<p dir="ltr">The biggest challenge with modern home design is that modern sensibilities &mdash; or the things we value &mdash; are always changing. They don&rsquo;t change all at once, but little by little, they shift.</p>
<p dir="ltr">And because modern values show up in our interior design (as well as our modern art, literature, fashion, and so much more), design trends also change. So modern interior design is always evolving.</p>
<p dir="ltr">This can make it hard for homeowners to create a contemporary space that feels fresh but also ages well. But with these seven modern house design interior decorating ideas, you can curate a version of modern style that represents you. So you&rsquo;ll love your space for years to come.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">7 modern house design ideas to update your space</h2>
<p dir="ltr">These ideas go beyond design trends to create spaces that are both beautiful and functional. Yes, we&rsquo;re still highlighting what&rsquo;s new and now in modern home decor, but these design ideas are good in any era.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">1. Make yourself comfortable</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Sectionals/Octavia-Sectional-Sofa/509961"><img src="https://pictures.coastercenter.com/items/509965/509965_01xHD.jpg" width="624" height="457"></a></p>
<p dir="ltr">As a society, we&rsquo;ve started prioritizing mental health more. And this value is inspiring us to create more nurturing spaces.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Our focus on self-care is coming into our living spaces in the form of ultra-comfortable furniture&mdash;the kind that feels like a hug. So in a modern living room, you&rsquo;ll see seating with rounded lines, soft upholstery, and over-stuffed cushions, like on the <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Sectionals/Octavia-Sectional-Sofa/509961">Octavia Sectional Sofa</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Now, we&rsquo;re not saying that a comfy sectional is a substitute for a weekly therapy session. But the first priority for any interior design style should be creating a home that feels comfortable and inviting. So modern home design has definitely gotten this one right.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">2. Embrace a brighter color palette</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Chairs-%26-Seating/Acton-Accent-Chair/511163"><img src="https://pictures.coastercenter.com/items/511163/511163_01xHD.jpg" width="624" height="624"></a></p>
<p dir="ltr">For years, Scandinavian minimalism reigned supreme, and neutral color schemes were the on-trend way to paint your home. Everywhere you looked, people were decorating with white, cream, and beige.</p>
<p dir="ltr">While <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/scandinavian-interior-design">Scandinavian interior design</a> can feel cozy and inviting, eventually the minimalist trend went too far and spaces started to feel cold and impersonal. So the pendulum swung back.</p>
<p dir="ltr">For a couple of years, interior design magazines embraced extreme<a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/maximalism-home-decor"> maximalism</a>, which incorporates tons of colors and patterns. But this was a bit of an over-correction, so now design trends have settled into a more understated version of maximalism (which feels like an oxymoron, and yet, it&rsquo;s a very popular trend). The result is a space that feels fun and personal without looking too busy.</p>
<p dir="ltr">With this new version of maximalism, color has come back into our homes. To create a version of this trend you won&rsquo;t get tired of in a few years, choose one to five colors you love. Brights and pastels are on trend right now. But if you&rsquo;re not sure which color scheme you want to decorate with, look at your wardrobe. The colors you love to wear are typically colors you&rsquo;ll love in your home.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Incorporate your chosen colors in a few pieces throughout your room. For example, if you choose teal, you might add a couple of teal accent pillows, a piece of wall art with teal, and a teal accent chair, like the <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Chairs-%26-Seating/Acton-Accent-Chair/511163">Acton Upholstered Flared Arm Accent Chair</a>.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">3. Choose warmer neutrals</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Sectionals/Camacho-Sectional-Sofa/503975"><img src="https://pictures.coastercenter.com/items/503975/503975_01xHD.jpg" width="624" height="391"></a></p>
<p dir="ltr">If you&rsquo;re willing to give color a chance, but you&rsquo;re not ready for neon brights, try getting a little bolder with your neutral color palette instead. Neutral colors go way beyond white and beige, and modern interior design is starting to embrace a wider array of earth tones.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Warm tones, like terracotta or chocolate brown, add depth to your space. And <a href="https://www.homesandgardens.com/interior-design/forest-green-trend">foresty greens</a> create a calm, nature-inspired environment. Stone-inspired hues, like slate black, can also add contrast. All of these colors are ideal for <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/organic-modern">organic modern house design</a>.</p>
<p dir="ltr">To get the look, try a terracotta sectional like the <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Sectionals/Camacho-Sectional-Sofa/503975">Camacho Chaise Sectional Sofa</a>. It&rsquo;s a beautiful and practical alternative to a neutral white couch.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">4. Incorporate natural materials</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Living-Room/Bowdoin-Side-Table/930053"><img src="https://pictures.coastercenter.com/items/930053/930053_01xHD.jpg" width="624" height="624"></a></p>
<p dir="ltr">Two trends are bringing natural materials to the forefront of modern home design. The first is organic modern design, which takes its inspiration from nature and aims to bring the outside in. The second is the resurgence of the <a href="https://www.homesandgardens.com/interior-design/arts-and-crafts-revival-trend">Arts &amp; Crafts interior design style</a>, which emphasizes pieces made by skilled craftsmen, especially wood pieces.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Wood wall paneling and wainscotting are beautiful ways to incorporate natural wood. You can add them to your home with a weekend DIY project, and they can serve as a focal point in any room. Natural wood cabinets and stone countertops add beauty and functionality to a modern kitchen, and they're a great alternative to the <a href="https://www.thekitchn.com/top-kitchen-colors-2025-23702436">all-white kitchen</a> trend that&rsquo;s slowly falling out of favor.</p>
<p dir="ltr">While decorating with all-natural materials can be more expensive, this trend doesn&rsquo;t have to be reserved for luxury homes. It&rsquo;s a practical trend because natural materials are often sturdy and long-lasting, so they're a good investment. And small pieces &mdash; like the <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Living-Room/Bowdoin-Side-Table/930053">Bowdoin marble side table</a> &mdash; allow you to incorporate this luxury look without breaking the bank.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">5. Match your wood tones</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Dining-Room/Crestmore-Rectangular-Dining-Set/108571-S7"><img src="https://pictures.coastercenter.com/items/108571-S7/108571-S7_01xHD.jpg" width="624" height="445"></a></p>
<p dir="ltr">Matching wood tones are slowly replacing the mismatched, reclaimed wood trend. When you match your wood tones, it creates cohesion throughout your space.</p>
<p dir="ltr">This is especially helpful in an open floor plan because it can tie your kitchen, dining room, and living room design together. You can even choose one wood tone for your whole house &mdash; not just the open spaces &mdash; to tie your entire home design together. Matching wood tones also make it easier to rearrange your furniture if you move houses or simply want a change.</p>
<p dir="ltr">To get this look, choose a single wood tone, like light oak or dark walnut. Then only buy furniture in that wood tone. For example, let&rsquo;s say you chose a walnut dining table, like the <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Dining-Room/Crestmore-Rectangular-Dining-Set/108571-S7">Crestmore table</a>. You would then add a walnut coffee table, like the <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Living-Room/Westerly-Coffee-Table/707798">Westerly Coffee Table</a>, to pull together your open-concept design.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">6. Pair organic curves with mid-century modern decor</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Coffee-Tables-/Perth%2020%22%20Side%20Table/930616"><img src="https://pictures.coastercenter.com/items/930616/930616_01xHD.jpg" width="624" height="624"></a></p>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/mid-century-modern-decor">Mid-century modern decor</a> has been one of the most popular interior design styles for over a decade now. But even that is evolving. Rather than sticking strictly to mid-century pieces, we&rsquo;re now pairing the clean lines of mid-century style with more organic shapes, like curved silhouettes and live-edged furniture.</p>
<p dir="ltr">This pairing is especially prominent in organic modern spaces. But you&rsquo;ll also see it in spaces that combine mid-century and <a href="https://millerinteriordesign.com/postmodern-design-vogue/">post-modern style</a>, which features more playful squiggles rather than organic curves.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Combining mid-century style with other styles is nothing new. <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/classic-meets-contemporary-guide-to-transitional-style">Transitional interior design</a> is all about combining mid-century pieces with <a href="https://www.coasterfurniture.com/neoclassical-interior-design">neoclassical pieces</a>. But that is a combination of a traditional and modern style. This new trend is all about combining a modern style with an even more modern style.</p>
<p dir="ltr">To do it, you might choose a rounded, overstuffed sofa, pair it with the <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Coffee-Tables-/Perth%2020%22%20Side%20Table/930616">Perth Cloud Shaped Side Table</a>, and then add a simple rectangular coffee table to complete the look. The contrast of curves and clean lines adds visual interest to your space.</p>
<h3 dir="ltr">7. Pick pieces that make you happy</h3>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Mirrors/Brixey-LED-Standing-Mirror/961473"><img src="https://pictures.coastercenter.com/items/961473/961473_02xHD.jpg" width="556" height="897"></a></p>
<p dir="ltr">One of our favorite modern interior design trends is <a href="https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/dopamine-decor-is-the-feel-good-interior-trend-we-need">dopamine decorating</a>. This trend is all about choosing pieces that make you happy. And frankly, that&rsquo;s the best interior design advice that we could ever give anyone.</p>
<p dir="ltr">The pieces you see in social media posts of dopamine decor are often bright, fun, and playful &mdash; like a <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/furniture/category/Mirrors/Brixey-LED-Standing-Mirror/961473">wavy-framed LED mirror</a>. The idea is that you&rsquo;ll wake up every day, see your decor, and instantly feel a little lighter and happier.&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr">But as we mentioned before, if bright colors aren&rsquo;t for you, then your dopamine decor shouldn&rsquo;t feature them. It should feature the colors, shapes, and textures that make you happy. So when you shop for modern home decor, shop with your heart. Choose pieces that bring you joy.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Modern house design for today and tomorrow</h2>
<p dir="ltr">Design trends come and go. So designing a modern house interior that won&rsquo;t feel dated in a few years is all about choosing trends based on good ideas.</p>
<p dir="ltr">One of the good ideas that defines modern style is that it puts function first. Good interior design should add functionality, versatility, and yes, style to your home. So as you decorate, ask yourself: What purpose does this piece serve? Maybe it makes you comfortable. Maybe it ties your room together. Or maybe it simply makes you happy.&nbsp;</p>
<p dir="ltr">You can find pieces to help you pull off the modern house design interior decorating ideas above &mdash; plus so many more reasons to feel happy &mdash; at a <a href="https://coasterfurniture.com/DealerLocator/DealerLocation">Coaster Furniture Retailer near you</a>.</p>
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