The modern decor encompasses combinations of shapes, colors, and textures that merge for a comfortable and friendly space, in which we feel relaxed, in good spirits, and inspired. Here are some ideas for decorating modern salons.
In 2021 there will be an explosion of vibrant and vital color, so one thing is certain: the decoration of the salons will not be boring at all.
1# Styles
A. Mid-century inspiration
Inspiration in mid-century furniture pieces is seen in almost every collection of the most renowned brands. The use of new materials, new technologies, and aesthetics are inspired by designs that remain over time. This makes the interior design much richer and more fun.
These new designs take as reference to different eras, taking ideas, prints, and solutions from the forties, fifty or seventies, bringing great variety and exuberance of forms.
However, this rethinking and reincarnation of furniture design show their unique contemporary direction: the sofas expand and extend, the seats are large and fluffy.
Inviting comfort and leisure, the new trend in armchairs indicates that they are large, swollen, and fluffy. They adapt to modern life, where people return home after a busy day and want to rest and feel comfortable. The atmosphere should be luxurious and elegant.
You can handle the contrast between the old and the modern. For example, some rustic or period touches can add great aesthetic interest in the living room.
B. Scandinavian
The combination of modern Scandinavian style and a certain vintage touch can give a very beautiful feeling of luxury, especially when composed with a pinch of gold.
The environments are composed of the white color as predominant, and some touches of neutral (such as gray or beige), black details, and touches of striking color.
C. Boho chic
The boho-chic style is probably one of the most growing decorative models in recent years, driven by its warmth, good taste, and above all, by the exoticism it transmits, giving a clear image of finesse mixed with a search for more natural decorative trends.
The combination of this style with the modern one results in a spectacular space.
Many people are not encouraged to perform ethnic decorations, as expensive as they can be. But in this boho style, you can use only a few ethnic or artisanal pieces, which has made it very economical.
Emphasis can be placed on the colors and typical textures representative of the East, Southeast Asia, and Africa adding just one representative decorative element.
As you can see, the result is fantastic, as the combinations of earth colors for African styles, as well as red with black and gray for oriental models, or the intense colors used by Native Americans, achieve generate fantastic spaces, dominated by furniture rich in textures, but loaded with a clean modern accent.
D. Minimalist
The modern living room is characterized by simplicity and minimalism. The furniture has clean lines and there are no unnecessary details or ornaments.
Inspiration is based on practicality, functionality, and the ability to save space, creating a well-ventilated and spacious decor.
A modern room doesn’t have to have many elements. Only with stylish sofas, a plasma TV, and maintaining neutral colors will you achieve a very modern space.
You see a baroque influence on richness in textures. We should turn our attention to the use of rich materials such as velvet, different shiny metal surfaces, and the addition of dark wood. Satin gold or brushed brass can also contribute to this type of decoration.
While the use of bronze has been highlighted in recent years, we are now seeing more shades of gold and brass. That puts a strong emphasis on the splendor of the interior in our house.
Cement walls are a widely used element today.
Cement and wood can be fused surprisingly, to recreate an elegant space and not at all cold, as is often thought.
The chocolate leather upholstery and dark grey walls create an elegant, refined, and very sophisticated lounge.
This luxurious lounge combines the glamour of the mirror and the large windows with modern, simple furniture and a carpet with geometric print.
Glass is a widely used material in modern interiors. Its transparency makes it very versatile and can be easily coordinated with minimalist decorations. A glossy finish on the furniture would help make the room look elegant.
For a pleasant life and a vital interior composition, we need contrast and dynamism, and the textiles we use can help achieve this. If the walls are monochrome and colorless, vitality can be added using upholstery, carpets, or furniture with yellow, green, pink, or blue accents.
All small and not-so-small details in the rest of the living room composition, such as art objects, wallpaper, ceramics, or lamps, are composed of fashionable materials: steel, marble or wood, glossy brass or satin gold. How to combine them and create a chic blend? Take a look at some of these examples.
2# Furniture
Concerning the shelves, when they are located in the living room, they can cover an entire wall without being too overwhelming and offer at the same time functionalism and style. In this case, the shelf installation can also be mobile, airy, and elegant, and can also serve as an environment separator.
There are very versatile modular systems, which is a minimalist language, can accommodate all entertainment pieces.
Coffee tables, display cases, and sideboards also offer a world of originality and versatility. Marble, wood, and metal, geometric and linear, with unexpected rounded curves, can provide their grain of sand to form a spectacular room like the ones we see in these images.
Another very important element in modern living rooms is modular furniture. They allow us to have a flexible interior and a configuration according to personal tastes and preferences. They are very practical and versatile, as they allow you to reorganize the decoration with ease.
3# Lighting
A well-lit room is a perfect example of modernity. Very large windows, high ceilings, and low furniture are a summary of modern design.
Another element that characterizes this type of modern space is the large windows, which let in lots of natural light and also allow beautiful views of the outdoors.
4# Colors
A. Striking color accents
The color will be seen on chairs, armchairs, sofas, and accessories, as well as tables and luminaires. And modern classic models, whether Cassina, Ligne Roset, or Thonet, are again protagonists thanks to the updated colors, which become one of the most distinctive trends this year.
A single piece of furniture in a distinctive color can be enough to revitalize the entire aesthetics of any space. Also notable is the strong and playful presence of pastel colors. We can see sunny yellow or lemon yellow, red-orange or green in all its varieties.
Another intriguing and deep trend is a combination of pine green, mustard, royal blue, or burgundy red, which form an interior style inspired by the Vienna salons of the twentieth century. A very good way to achieve a contemporary room is to bet on original furniture, vibrantly colored accessories, and modern textures like velvet.
Using brightly colored colors only in furniture is a way to add color to a monochrome environment and add modernity to a room. Accessories such as contemporary art and leather furniture are perfect for generating a modern atmosphere.
Inspired by nature, using green accessories and organic shapes is always fashionable. Using original furniture too.
The combination of white, red, and black also guarantees a modern atmosphere. To make it sophisticated too, keep the walls white and add illustrations that help a modern setting.
Color is a way to generate a modern atmosphere. Combined bright furniture and a neutral carpet so as not to overload the room.
Using black upholstery is synonymous with modernity. Combined with vibrant colors, original patterns, and storage shelves, you’ll achieve a very modern retro space.
B. White
We’ll show you some of the many ways to use white as the predominant one in a room. Some designs have color accents, others are quite purist, others use a minimalist style of modern design and others are rather eclectic.
A blank room doesn’t necessarily mean you have to remove all colors. You can paint the wooden floor or the walls white and buy a white sofa. It can be complemented with a brightly colored chair or coffee table. It is recommended not to choose a white carpet as it is very difficult to maintain it. For a carpet, it is better to use neutral colors or a colorful carpet.
White salons also look spectacular when combined with neutral colors. In this way, you can create an environment where the clearings form interesting reliefs and dimensions. These colors also help highlight the textures that make up the room.
Because interior design should be simple and clean, many designers use contrasts to create focal points, for example, a modern space with industrial touches, or by color, for example, a room where white predominates, with a few touches of black.
C. Neutral tones
The color palette is usually based on soft, warm tones such as beige and brown. You can enter the color using some accent pieces. They can take the form of furniture or decorative elements, such as cushions or carpets.
Many who enjoy monochrome decor can take it to their lounges to achieve the purest modern style.
D. Neutral with splashes of color
It is perfect to maintain a monochrome room and add interest, for example, with art on the wall.
This other proposal is perfect to create a climate of calm and relaxation, where a strong commitment to white and wood is made and takes advantage of the blue and green notes of the cushions and the painting.
Any living room can be a statement of style if you have good taste in the furniture and add a lot of white and some pinch of color in decoration elements.
5# Small modern salons
In small rooms, it is advisable to use white or another luminous color as predominant, to visually expand the space.
Corner sofas are also an excellent solution.
You can also consider enlarging a window. This will give the feeling of spaciousness.
6. Elongated modern living rooms
In this type of living room, it is advisable to use shallow sofas, and place it against the wall.
To break the length a little, it is advisable to place two small armchairs on both sides and a central table, accompanied by decorative objects.
7. Large modern living rooms
A large space offers us the possibility to assemble a room with very different configurations since we have no limitations. Let’s take a look at these examples.
8. Modern living rooms with fireplace
The living room is a very special space, and it is very important to achieve maximum comfort. A modern fireplace provides warmth and comfort. It is characterized by its simplicity and contemporary appearance, and its glass panel offers a beautiful view of the fire.
During the night, the lounge fireplace transforms into a central place in the home. They do not take up much space and allow them to save on heating bills. Even if you have a small lounge, you can have a fireplace to enjoy its pleasant warmth.
A fireplace creates a special atmosphere and provides a better quality of life. Next to it, you can add the furniture to sit and read your favorite books or just relax quietly.
9. Celebrity lounges
We are all curious to know what celebrities’ homes are like, whether they have good taste or not, whether they are simple or not. Here are the living rooms of some of the most famous personalities of the moment, such as Reese Witherspoon (A Very Legal Blonde), Rachel Bilson (Jumper), and Brazilian model Gisele Bundchen, among others. In all the examples you can see a normal environment, where most of us would have no problem adapting.
A. Rachel Bilson
Rachel’s house has everything we can expect. Located in the hills of Los Angeles, the living room combines the bohemian with the elegance of a discreet style.
B. Reese Witherspoon
Also in the State of California is the Witherspoon Ranch. It features beautiful architecture and an impressive setting. You can even notice a Renaissance Spanish touch, such as plaster walls and vaulted ceilings.
C. Nate Berkus
Always in the same area, we see the living room of Nate Berkus, with a healthy mix of vintage and new, very modern and fresh.
D. Vincent Kartheiser
While most Hollywood stars prefer to live big, Vincent Kartheiser is one of the few exceptions. Your house has “only” 580 square meters, but it’s his room that takes all the looks. Fully decorated to give you an elegant atmosphere from the middle of the last century.
E. Gisele Bundchen
Even though Gisele’s whole house leaves us open-mouthed, it’s the living room that surprises us. Comfortable seats, antique fireplace, and giant glass doors. Without a doubt, it is a space where we can be all day.