Many homeowners find it hard to decide upon an exact style or type of design when renovating their home, even with plenty of input from an experienced renovation company. From modern and minimalist, to boho or functional, if you simply can’t decide how to renovate your home, why not go for a transitional style?
What is transitional style?
If you’re stuck between traditional and modern design elements when renovating your home, a transitional design gives you the freedom to have a bit of both. When carried out effectively (and this is usually with the help of an experienced renovation company who have their own designer), your home can feature elements from both traditional and modern designs, harmoniously fused to give you comfort, class and style.
If you’re new to the concept of transitional design, here are some helpful hints about the different style elements you can combine:
Traditional – this is based around the classic styles of old Europe, and typically uses elements such as crown molding, wainscot, chair rail and coffered ceilings, with natural materials often used in its designs, such as wood and stone.
Modern – clean and sleek lines are involved in modern design, with crisp angles that are designed to create an open and airy feel. Manmade materials such as metal and glass are more commonly used.
Transitional – a combination of the two styles above, transitional design invites the soft lines and comfortable furnishings of the traditional style, while opting for sleek modern styling and vibrant colors.
If you’re considering a transitional style when renovating your home, here are some factors to consider:
- Try to choose a neutral color scheme that follows the more traditional style, such as greys and beige, but add some bold accents to create contrast and make the space mor eye catching.
- In keeping with the modern influence, avoid having a lot of fancy and ornate woodwork, as this will instantly give the renovation an outdated feel.
- Opt for contemporary lighting that can really transform a space and make it look cosier or more inviting. Think carefully about how each space is used, and what kind of lighting would best complement it. nowadays, there are many modern lighting options to choose from that include contemporary chandeliers and molecular lights.
- Choose metallic elements such as gold, bronze or copper to incorporate into faucets, lighting, side tables and accessories for a seamless transitional design that works wonderfully well with any design.
- Carpets and rugs are a big part of transitional designs, and by adding some texture, color and pattern to a room, you can highlight furniture and complement the neutral colors throughout the home.
- For the perfect transitional design, consider adding some minimalist modern art to your home, which can help elevate a traditional design while providing a space with a striking focal point.
You can be as creative as you like when renovating your home using transitional design, but be careful to try and achieve the right balance, or your home will become either traditional or modern, and not a blend of both!