Contemporary homes often feel cold and sterile. Interior designer Kathy Anderson uses color and texture to create a warm, comfortable feeling in a contemporary home. The main living area of this home is one big room with lots of windows. Painting the walls a velvety white kept the wall color from interfering with the views of the landscape and provided a neutral backdrop for colorful furnishings and artwork. Classic contemporary furnishings in bright colors -- a chaise longue in blue mohair fabric with black-leather welting, a purple-gold chenille sofa and a red-leather chair with black trim -- bring the right mix of warm color and contemporary styling to the room. Warm stone on the floor and surrounding the fireplace give the inglenook a cozy, intimate feel (figure A). Tips for Creating a Warm Contemporary Look: - Use neutral color on the walls to create a backdrop for furnishings and artwork.
- Punch up the room by using furnishings with warm colors and textured fabrics.
- Add favorite antique pieces for design interest.
- Experiment with different types of materials such as wood and stone.
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Kathy Anderson
Interior Designer
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