Interior Remodeling Trends: More Clean Lines & Simplicity

It seems that every day you hear about another design style, and often it’s something bigger and brighter. Fortunately, a new trend has come along that will make life a little more relaxing for everyone. Its focus is on clean lines to make homes – and lives – simpler. The best way to achieve this look and feel is through the use of low-maintenance materials, neutral color palettes, and geometric shapes to create natural flow within your rooms.

Simplicity equals cleanliness. One way to make cleaning easier is to choose materials and colors that make it easier to spot dirt. Choose smooth materials such as wood, metal, glass, or stone for your hard surfaces. These will be a breeze to clean and will also give you the crisp, straight lines that you desire. Select solid, neutral colors over busy patterns to bring harmony to your space. Leather is another stylish option that meets these criteria.

Focus on function. Choose a few attractive pieces of furniture with clean lines and specific functions to complement your taste. Avoid big, bulky items such as entertainment centers or large multi-purpose sectionals. The use of flat-panel TVs will take up less space and give your room a more streamlined look. Lightweight furniture is easy to move and rearrange and takes up less visual space in a room.

Don’t go overboard. While it is important to minimize clutter by decreasing the amount of items in your space, there is no need to go overboard with downsizing. Comfort is important too. Whether you decide to start with one room or become a dedicated minimalist, go with what works for you and makes you feel comfortable.

Get Inspired with Callen

Would you like to open up your rooms to create cleaner lines and better flow? Call Callen, the leading remodeling company in Brookfield, for inspiration on how to get started with bathroom and kitchen remodeling in Milwaukee.