Transitional design is all about creating a look that is both classic and current. It’s about getting the right balance of traditional and modern finishes to achieve a harmonious home. It’s something I am passionate about and it’s an underlying style I’ve been incorporating into my homes for years. If your home feels modern and fresh but you can’t tell which era your home was designed in, you’ve nailed it. If you feel like it’s a little disjointed, hopefully I can give you some insights to help fine tune it. Whatever, the case, you’re in the right place.

*The Hamptons on Hampden lounge showcases a balanced timeless and trendy look*

So, how can you achieve this look???

1. Use a neutral colour scheme made up of whites, creams and greiges as your foundation – but add a bolder colour as an accent. For example, with the majority of your furnishings and wall colours in a neutral beige, introduce a bold hue as your accent colour.

*Introducing Pantones colour of the year “mocha” into a neutral scheme*

2. Add texture – Add wainscotting or Venetian plaster to your walls to add some depth to your aesthetic. You can also add texture with your décor by including some boucle furniture or velvet cushions to your scheme.

*Floor to ceiling wainscotting adds some dimension to this foyer*

3. Minimise accessories – create a more curated look so your space is not overdone and more polished

*Less is more with only a few of your favourite pieces on show*

4. Introduce Impactful art – with a neutral, minimal base, add some bold art in your space to make a statement.

*Mixing this playful art into a classic home adds interest*

5. Combine formal more ornate elements with relaxed organic elements - for example, you may have a formal crystal pendant in your living room but pair it with a relaxed linen sofa.

6. Repeat elements through the home - have common threads between spaces, whether they be colour, texture or shape. This makes the home feel cohesive even though the details may be different.

*Arches are repeated many times in this home from the joinery through to the windows and internal arch feature entryways*

All these factors help create a transitional style.

Of course, everything in design is open to interpretation, but whatever your take on this aesthetic is, lean in on this set of guidelines, to ensure you are creating a timeless look that is both classic and current.

Follow along to learn more about this style and how to emulate it in your home and life, no matter what the aesthetic is.

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