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What Is Transitional Style?
Transitional style aims to balance this blend to the point that it cant be dated or pinpointed exactly.
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History of Transitional Style
Transitional style got its start in the 1950s.
Transitional style aims to blend traditional elements with contemporary ones to create a timeless aesthetic.
Learn more about the elements of transitional style below.
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Think art deco plus midcentury modern plus minimalism and Victorian.
Everything goes so long as they look complementary.
Bennett believes that transitional style often works with antiques and one-of-a-kinds as these can help blend period designs.
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This makes for a much more fun space.
Typically, the fixture leans more modern or contemporary in style.
Mix and Match Colors
Mismatch colors or finishes ever so slightly.
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Get Personal
Add your personal touchwhether an heirloom, antique, or artworkas you see fit.
Play with your space, Heron says.
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What’s the Difference Between Transitional and Contemporary Styles?
These styles are often mistaken for one other as they bear aesthetic similarities.
In other words, contemporary is inclusive only of post-midcentury trends and styles.
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The brass statement lighting and cabinetry reads traditional while the leather bar seating is modern.
Bedroom
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This transitional bedroom is truly timeless.
The navy accent with with board and batten anchors the room perfectly.
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Yes, transitional style is popular in interior design today.
People gravitate this towards this style due to its seamless ability to combine traditional with contemporary.
you’re free to absolutely mix transitional and farmhouse styles.
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This makes the two interior design styles easy to mix.
Benefits of transitional style include a timeless aesthetic and versatility.
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