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Is there a difference between a “modern” and a “contemporary” home?  Do these architectural styles have anything in common? Let’s have a look.

Contemporary design tends to refer to architecture of today and, as such, it is constantly evolving. It could contain a mix of aesthetics, including ideas from traditional and even modern architecture. Contemporary homes are often characterized by asymmetrical shapes; mixed materials; open spaces; energy efficiency; curves or sweeping lines; abundant natural light; and a combination of indoor-outdoor spaces where those spaces get neatly blurred.

Modern, on the other hand, tends to center on straight lines and limited details. That’s a big difference from contemporary styles, which use curves and sweeping lines. Modern uses sharper, very sparse lines.  Modern design is a more honest look at what a building is—load-bearing columns, beams that transfer the weight, rather than striking decoration. It’s still beautiful, but there’s kind of a level of in the design.

Modern design is marked by rectangular exteriors with flat roofs; clean, straight lines with limited detail; open floor plans; changes in elevation, like split-level spaces; monochromatic color palettes; and spaces that have minimal decoration.

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