How to furnish your home in a contemporary style

Living in the present is a personal and cultural attitude that is also reflected in our sense of aesthetics: a way of understanding beauty that embraces our whole life, including the choice of contemporary furniture for our home.

Simple and naturally elegant, contemporary design is one of the trends of recent years in interior design. Far from the opulence of the baroque and the aesthetic richness of vintage, it is based on three basic concepts: simplicity, comfort and technological integration. 

In order to furnish your home in a contemporary style, there are some general rules to follow, which concern both the choice of colour palettes and the functionality of each element.

Materials, colours and shapes

Contemporary design is one of the most appreciated styles of all: deeply linked to the concept of minimalism, it lends itself to furnishing space with versatility and functionality, based on a few simple rules. 

The materials preferred by contemporary interior designers tend to be pure, such as glass, wood, cement and resin, skilfully worked and mixed with cutting-edge technological solutions for an extremely functional home concept. The result must be essential but welcoming and warm, to avoid the sensation of asepticism which is the greatest risk for this type of project.

Colour palettes become fundamental in the design of a contemporary interior: to the classic black and white - always fascinating and widely used - we must add all the shades of neutral tones, brightened by coloured flashes and touches of bold character, which make the environment more lively and personalised.

Normally we follow the rules of colour sensations, adapting warm, energising tones in the day rooms, and using cool, relaxing nuances in the night area. But this principle should be taken as a general rule, to be played with imagination and freedom: you can in fact subvert the tones to make the approach to this style less rigid.

Shapes also play an important role in defining a contemporary furnishing style: clear geometries and pure lines are preferred, enhanced by minimal decoration. Cubes, rectangles, squares and right angles can be softened with circles, curves, ellipticals and ovals: the mix that can be obtained becomes scenographic and very modern.

Divano Blazer, Minotti

 Furnishing a contemporary living area

Spaciousness, airiness and cleanliness are the three pillars of a contemporary style living area: green light to bright tones with contrasting walls, wallpaper inserts for a defined setting, large windows and in general a wide distribution of furniture.

The choice of light sources is also fundamental: natural light is always preferable, combined with an integrated system of pendant lamps, spotlights, floor lamps and wall lights designed to create a welcoming and as natural as possible luminosity.

The living room can take shape around a soft, neutral carpet on which to build a relaxation area, for example with sofas and armchairs by Edra, an award-winning Italian company whose products range from classic to more creative shapes.

Or choose from the many opportunities offered by Living Divani, which signs its products with illustrious names such as Piero Lissoni or David Lopez Quincoces, undisputed protagonists of contemporary design.

Divano Pack, Edra

The living area also includes the kitchen, whether it is an open space or a separate space, or a fluid elaboration to be customised at will with minimalist sliding doors. Here too the choice falls on pure forms, as essential as possible, kitchens with islands, state-of-the-art appliances, tables and chairs with innovative design. There are so many possible solutions, and we love working with brands such as De Padova, an important name on the Italian scene for the quality of its offerings and the sophistication of its design. 

Art as a precious complement

The choice of accessories for contemporary furniture becomes the key to defining a style with a personal character. Precious objects, refined and pure in their lines, which fit harmoniously into the space without obscuring the forms of the furnishings, enhancing their character. One choice we strongly suggest is contemporary art: a few scenic pieces that by their presence enhance the quality and beauty of any room. 

Il Forte Arte is one of our main partners in this field, a gallery of international names and selected talents, already the choice for many homes of incomparable elegance. 

Composizione, Daniele Guidugli

Our style consultants and interior designers are at your disposal to guide you through the many possibilities of contemporary furniture: let us guide you through the discovery of the most prestigious international design, the incomparable quality of Italian brands, the selected craftsmanship we offer our customers. We provide support for both furnishing projects and international turnkey services, to make your home the place of your heart.