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10 Modern Living Rooms

Give your living space a modern look with inspiration from these fresh-faced rooms

Jane Wolkowicz Chertoff
1 /10 Thomas J. Story

Systematize your storage

A colorful, organized bookshelf can be as eye-catching as art. Using mismatched bookends and artifacts in a tidy way makes a modern room feel more personalized.

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Paint your place

A coat of white paint on the fireplace does wonders to harmonize a space filled with modern design elements. Lanterns offer an updated alternative to traditional lamps.

3 /10 Lisa Romerein

Bring the outdoors in

Floor to ceiling windows ensure plenty of light enters this contemporary setting amongst the trees. The brightly colored furniture helps warm up their cooler-toned fireplace.

4 /10 Thomas J. Story

Try a pattern

Bold polka dots, geometrics, and even stripes can fit into a modern design. Just place patterned pieces strategically near solids for balance.

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Be floored

A patterned rug goes seamlessly with a clean, cotemporary look. Small hints of color in throw pillows and a bright vase break up the color palette.

6 /10 Thomas J. Story

Be unique

Out-of-the-ordinary pieces work well in a sleek and minimal space. Wooden and green elements help give this modern room a natural feel.

7 /10 Thomas J. Story

Pick a palette

A single focal color in various shades really stands out against a white backdrop. To modernize an old fashioned fireplace, consider a cool concrete façade.

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Go bright

Modern rooms call for a bold accent wall. While complementary artwork can be tricky to find, an art collage made up of smaller prints becomes a focal point.

More: 15 fresh ways to display your art

9 /10 Jeffery Cross

Make a mod wall

A painted geometric wall pattern offers a contemporary contrast to simple furnishings. Adding a textured rug in a neutral color completes the look.

10 /10 Lisa Romerein

Light the way

Modern lamps and lighting help distinguish a living space with an open floor plan. Mixing wood with black and white looks sleek in this room.