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5 POPULAR CONTEMPORARY LIVING ROOM FURNITURE

By Steven Bertoni | December 28, 2021


The floral skirted couch and sponge-painted walls are tell-tale signs that your
living room is in dire need of a makeover. You long for something more en vogue,
but shopping for furniture feels less than inspiring when you get overwhelmed by
just how much is out there. 

A home filled with intentional, beautiful pieces inspires an intentional and
beautiful life; at least that’s what the team of designers and architects at
Modloft believes. We make luxury accessible to all (especially those with
skirted sofas). 

Creating a living room that is contemporary in design can be effortless if you
understand basic concepts of style and design. We’ll discover the basics of
contemporary furniture design, suggest five pieces of popular contemporary
living room furniture, and give you some helpful tips to begin creating a serene
and inviting living space. 


WHAT IS CONTEMPORARY STYLE FURNITURE?

Contemporary style furniture takes its cues from basic contemporary interior
design. Contemporary style builds on the popularity of particular styles and
finishes of the current time. As such, contemporary style is ever-changing and
evolving.

Contemporary style furniture is usually highly functional, easily cared for, and
features simplistic beauty. 

When shopping for contemporary style furniture, look for the following hallmarks
that are most notable in contemporary pieces.

 * Minimalistic. Contemporary style furniture is minimal. You won’t find ornate
   designs, carved images or flourishes, ruffles, or disorganized patterns.
   Contemporary furniture features sleek designs and clean lines that promote
   open space and encourage a natural flow of energy from one piece to the next.
   Less is more; however, contemporary furniture never lends the feeling of
   emptiness to a space. Instead, it offers a serene sense of order and
   structure.
   What Is Not Minimalistic
   Furniture that has ruffles, skirts, ornate trims, or is heavily patterned is
   not considered minimalistic. Structure and architectural design trump kitsch
   and trend.  
 * Functional. With contemporary style furniture, form follows function. Pieces
   are crafted for usability, sustainability, and functionality. They are
   intentional and purposeful. Sectional sofas allow for individuality and
   accommodation of space. Couches are sleek and inviting at the same time.
   Furniture performs and has been crafted to function first.
   What Is Not Functional
   Sofas covered with accent pillows, coffee and accent tables that don’t
   accommodate the surrounding room, and media consoles that don’t allow for
   storage can all be examples of furniture that isn’t functional. 
 * Polished and clean. Contemporary furniture features finishes in multiple wood
   and metal tones ranging from light to dark. Traditional materials like wood
   and leather can be used along with non-traditional materials like galvanized
   steel and copper. 
   The look of contemporary furniture creates bold statements that are
   aesthetically appealing yet never overstated. Many textiles are used and
   often combined, and new concepts and materials are explored.
   What Is Not Polished and Clean
   Cluttered, decorative, overly patterned, and the use of older styled finishes
   (like polished maple and/or oak) are not considered polished and clean in a
   contemporary design style. 
 * Use of Color. Contemporary color pallets are usually neutral (black, white,
   taupe, etc.), with calculated pops of fully saturated color used sparsely. An
   upholstered piece of furniture will often expose natural wood or steel legs
   and will offer seating on natural fibers (cotton, silk, wool, and leather).
   What Color Palettes Are Not Contemporary
   Highly intricate patterns and prints, pastels, use of multiple highlight
   colors, and floral patterns are not considered contemporary style. 


5 CONTEMPORARY LIVING ROOM FURNITURE PIECES

You know what to look for in terms of contemporary style, so now it will be
helpful to determine what pieces of furniture you need to build a living room
that is functional and creates a feeling of serenity and calm sophistication. 

If your room will feature media of any type, like a television, projection
monitor, or the like, you’ll want to use that as the focal point around which
you’ll build the remainder of the room. You can also use a fireplace or other
dominant built-in as the reference point.

Here are five contemporary living room furniture pieces that can help you create
a living room that encourages gathering.


1. THE SOFA

The sofa is the first item to place in your room. The sofa is likely the largest
and most used piece you’ll place, so it’s important to get it right. 

Look for styles that are elegant, modern, and comfortable. Remember that form
follows function. Your sofa should be comfortable, a place that invites you to
open a bottle of wine and escape for an evening in plush comfort. 

 * One to try: The Essex Sofa combines low profile design and premium leather
   atop exposed stainless steel legs. This sofa makes a statement while offering
   you the cushiony comfort you expect from a luxury sofa, but without a luxury
   sofa price tag.  


2. THE COFFEE TABLE

The second item to place in your living room should be your coffee table. When
designing a room with contemporary pieces, you never have to sacrifice
functionality for aesthetics or vice versa. Your coffee table should accommodate
your room by offering a space to sit a stack of favorite reading material, your
famous charcuterie tray, or your first cup of coffee in the morning. 

 * One to try: The Leyton Coffee Table defines the marriage of beauty and
   function. The glass top doesn’t disrupt the flow of light and energy in the
   room, creating space even where it sits. This geometrically designed table is
   even buildable with the Leyton Coffee Table II, which creates a multi-level
   table that operates as both an artistic centerpiece and much-needed surface
   space.  


3. ENTERTAINMENT AND MEDIA STORAGE

Even if you are using a projection screen, you’ll likely still want something
under the projection area to anchor the room and store other items, gaming
systems, and devices, or just add decorative style to the space. 

A media console is a great way to store media items without sacrificing the
contemporary feel of your space.

 * One to try: The Gramercy Media Console offers an alternative to standard
   media storage and consoles. Featuring a wooden base and steel leg, the
   pull-out drawer offers enough space for storage and looks stunning and
   contemporary with its chrome handles and simplistic, elegant design. 


4. THE LOUNGE CHAIR

Lounge chairs not only add design and style to a space, but they are also
functional in that they offer additional seating for guests. 

Contemporary loungers offer angles and edges that can be asymmetrical and
eye-catching. Using a lounger is a great way to add artistic design to a room
without sacrificing the space needed for seating. 

 * One to try: The Kent Lounge Chair is compact and comfortable, allowing for
   additional seating in any area and giving minimalist design cues to your
   space.  The comfortability of this chair is provided by plush tweed and
   leather set against a solid wood frame.


5. THE SIDE TABLE

Look to the side table once again for the combination of form and function with
elegance and style. The side table offers a place for you to rest your book, or
aged whisky, within comfortable reach. 

 * One to try: The Adelphi round nesting occasional side tables adds visual
   impact to your living room. These tables offer a beautiful design and add
   depth to your room by creating depth. Crafted from steel and glass, these
   tables are the ultimate in contemporary design.  


HELPFUL HINTS

Redesigning and redecorating can be intimidating and overwhelming. Don’t get
caught up in the details and allow yourself to be drawn into placing pieces in
your space that don’t elicit the feelings you want to create in your room. 

Whether you’ve just moved into a new space or are thinking of redesigning your
room, it can be hard to get started and figure out how to navigate creating a
space that feels inviting and serene at the same time. Here are some hints to
help you get started.

 * Determine your color palette. If your style is contemporary, look for wood
   and metal finishes that mix pops of intentional color. In terms of furniture,
   elegance and clean lines are a must. Pieces should be functional,
   uncomplicated, sturdy, and aesthetic.
   You need not avoid bright color, but use it wisely and sparingly. Adding too
   many bold colors can overpower a room and make it feel more intimidating than
   inviting. 
 * Decide what the room will provide. Is this a room you’ll use for conversation
   or for viewing media? Is this a formal living room or the place where you
   relax and sink into a comfortable sofa with a glass of wine after a long day?
   The usage of the room can help you determine what stylistic touches you’ll
   need and what furniture items are most important. 
 * Keep furniture unencumbered by using wall space for art and additional decor.
   Allowing furniture to remain clean slates allows them to be used as art
   themselves. 


FINAL THOUGHTS

Contemporary furniture design is minimalistic, structured, and tailored to meet
the needs of a space and add beauty and sophistication. The pieces you select
should help your living room feel inviting and unencumbered.

 

Sources:

Basics of Decorating in Contemporary Style | The Spruce

10 Living Room Design Tips | Better Homes & Gardens

Characteristics of Contemporary Furniture | Hunker

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