Modern is a broad design term that typically refers to a home with clean, crisp lines, a simple color palette and the use of materials that can include metal, glass, wood and steel.  Modern Design employs a sense of simplicity in every element, including furniture.

In its simplest sense, Modern Design refers to the reflection of modern art movements in the interior space of a home.  With roots in Scandinavian and German architecture and design, modern style concepts are decidedly fuss-free and simple.  The furnishings and décor focus on the use of neutral materials and earthy colors while eliminating unnecessary detailing.

Modern design was meant to be the antithesis of the previous design styles which used heavy textures, carvings and wood tones throughout the home.  Therefore, most components of modern design, from the furniture to the shape of the rooms, include clean, straight lines with no additional detail.  The lines are crisper, sharper and very spare.  This means there are no superfluous details such as columns, moldings, cabinet trim or excessive use of color.