LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. From the street, Avenue Interior Design’s new studio in West Hollywood could pass for another polished creative office. But ...

Modern homes are distinguished by clean lines, geometric shapes, wide open floor plans, and thoughtful, intentional décor that says a lot with a little. These houses are masterpieces of contemporary ...

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Humans are psychologically wired to prefer curved, soft forms, which our brains associate with safety, calm, and nature. In contrast, sharp, angular (or rectilinear) designs can trigger a mild, ...

Carpeting doesn’t line up well with contemporary styles, and while rugs are used, they’re often used as accent patterns or colors. (iStock / Getty Images Plus) Wanting a home that looks stylish and ...

Modern and contemporary design have been popular interior design trends in recent years. However, it’s not uncommon that the two are intertwined or confused for one another. When it comes to creating ...