Modern architectural styles deal on simplicity and form by focusing on abstraction. Among trendy interior styles, it is created by basic shapes, forms and clean lines. It involves plain or simple geometrical patterns, linear elements and rectangular shapes that are the true characteristics of modern architecture. One particular example is the Bauhaus style of German architecture. New Arch studio can incorporate modernistic styles in any structure, be it a residential home or workplace. Modernistic styles suit all cultures and industry as it enhances functionality and can also be enhanced by minimalism. The modern look symbolizes a modernized mindset and reflects clean structure, minimal ornamentation and a diversion away from the old and traditional world. It reflects new thought and the suits industry wanting to contribute change.

A modern style of architecture can make use of all new building elements and material suited for reflecting such a style. It can be made strong and sturdy and is best suited for budgeted projects.

Among interior styles, contemporary design is characterized by intricate details but without any element of looking cold and bereft of substance. New Arch Studio creates contemporary design styles by blending elements of comfort, living, and sophistication to create and fresh feel and look. Contemporary style also combines the key elements of color, metal accents, texture, wood, lighting and tone. A typical contemporary style is characterized by also neutral colors because when one paints a wall, the typical choices should be taupe, brown, pure white or cream. A room can be spiced up by accent colors on one wall, a bold colored sofa, small decorative accessories such as rugs and pillows, lighting fixtures and artworks. However, the space should never be cluttered because contemporary style is also characterized by simplicity.

A good contemporary style will also consist of natural and inviting setting made possible by the use of fabrics like crushed velvet. One can also use accent treatments such as furniture upholstery, linen wallpaper and others to ensure clean smooth lines.

Transitional designs are in most cases a fusion of contemporary and traditional styles. It is the best of both worlds and is created to acquire a smooth balance of sophisticated spaces that are in tune with your needs, requirements, taste and lifestyle. Transitional style is all about the classic silhouettes of traditional styles and minimalism of contemporary concepts.

Transitional interior styles have neutral colors like ivory, beige, tan, and grey to make a home feel comfortable and peaceful. Walls are usually neutral in color to serve as the perfect backdrop for furniture, accents, and pieces like artworks that make a statement in your home. Transitional styles also use a touch of natural elements to make any space warmer and welcoming so that there is a balance created between masculine and feminine design elements. Transitional spaces may feature heavy paneling in both walls and ceiling and incorporates stone, granite and marble as materials for accentuating designs. These materials work well with contemporary and traditional features. Thus transitional styles are all about serenity.

The mid century interior styles portray the development of 20th century design and development. The terminology itself has been used to describe graphic designs in interior decoration styles of the mid fifties and created by people who felt that futuristic design styles could also reflect social change. Typical characteristics of the mid century design styles has flat roofs, flat ceilings or asymmetric appearances.

Mid century styles use a lot of big glass doors and windows with large open rooms that may feature large sliding doors for healthier open living. It also serves as a connection to the outer world by making the outdoors more welcoming because of the large entrances. While several parts of the house may be asymmetric, the main feature is the flat roof and straight line in ceilings. Such a style makes use of real wood elements like oak, plywood, walnut and rosewood for that perfect lining or to crate straight lines in ceilings or roof.

Among interior styles, the shabby chic style of furniture is also referred to as the cottage or farmhouse style of furniture and decoration that is similar to French countryside. This is typically characterized by its appearance of ageing and signs of wear and tear or when the new décor is modified to look like an antique. It is a very warm and friendly type of décor with rustic elements. Many people are simply drawn to such a style because of its charm simply because they are not turned off by imperfection.

Shabby chic style includes floral and pastel colors; it could be country chic or vintage chic with a soft and dreamy character and atmosphere. Shabby chic is beautiful home décor that is inexpensive to create and can be likened to a rustic modern or antique look according to personal preferences. Decorators consider shabby chic a very soothing and relaxed almost romantic style of décor that looks inviting and is very comforting to the senses. It is often regarded as a feminine feature. The alternate would be masculine shabby chic which would be more rustic in nature and use accessories like denim burlap, homespun materials and unfinished wood.

The industrial style of interior decoration is all about exposing what is concealed to acquire a raw and edgy finish. What the other styles take great pains to hide; the industrial style boldly reveals such features and puts them on display. The industrial style makes structural elements into show pieces by also making them appear unfinished at the same time chic and cohesive to reflect the basic features of an industrial look. The industrial style is used for styling loft apartments, modern homes, commercial spaces and even industrial centers. This is one modern style that is fast becoming popular round the world.

As widely used among interior styles, its origins were born out of necessity, to convert broken down warehouses and industrial areas into functional urban spaces. The industrial styles celebrate modern interior styles and architectural design with mechanical ingenuinity. The industrial style takes designing to a whole new level where art makes use of the mechanical. You can have a lot of high gloss finishes with rustic cabinets, countertops and furniture too. The main thing to remember is form and function where the industrial style is concerned.