Decorating trends Transitional style blends traditional and contemporary

If you want to give your home an updated and timeless look, consider transitional style an interior designing trend that blends classic traditional and contemporary looks.

Whether you prefer simplicity or more ornate designs, the transitional style will allow you to combine the elegance of traditional and the simplicity of modern to create a more inviting and sophisticated feel to your home.

Transitional is mixing both beige and gray with geometrics instead of florals, and more straight lines and less curves, said Kim Lyons, an interior designer at Goedecke Decorating Center in Bedford, who prefers the transitional style in her home because of its clean, modern lines and warmth.

Transitional style also focuses on comfort and practicality. Lyons said everyone has a different criteria when redecorating their home, depending on which room theyre remodeling and their familys needs. However, in todays busy world, rooms are often used for many things and activities.

Every room is for multi-tasking. Computers are so wireless any room can be an office or a place for family time or games, Lyons said. The rooms in my home are always for multi-tasking.

She also said wallpaper is becoming a popular choice for many people because of its versatility.

Wallpaper is on its way back in with layered prints, bolder colors and textures, she said.

As you begin to redecorate, view your rooms as a blank canvas and let your imagination help you design a look that incorporates your preferences of color, textures, furniture and accessories.

Also, take your current furniture and accessories into consideration. With transitional decorating, theres no need to discard your heirloom dresser or sofa because your antiques can be displayed alongside todays home fashions.

For wall covering, start with neutral colors and choose from the many different shades on paint swatches that are available at home and decorating centers. Whites, pale blues and greens tend to soften a room for a calming feel. Reds stimulate an area, while grays create drama and moodiness.

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Decorating trends Transitional style blends traditional and contemporary