Conventional coastal home interiors often fit the clich\u00e9 \u2013 a colour palette of white and blue, cane accessories, shell-adorned mirrors and a sprinkling of nautical props for good measure!<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re looking for a fresh and inspired interiors theme for your coastal home, it’s time to meditate on a more modern approach.<\/p>\n
Modernism, one of Metricon\u2019s many Lookbook themes, is perfect for the coastal home.<\/p>\n
Inspired by the European modernist movement from the 20th century, Modernism is a contemporary
\ninteriors scheme showcasing design
\nprinciples such as \u2018form follows
\nfunction\u2019 and \u2018truth to materials\u2019. In
\nlayman’s terms, this means clean
\nlines, simple form, the use of everyday
\nmaterials (timber, stone, wool,
\nsteel). The scheme also features
\na simple colour palette that plays
\non light and shade. The result is a
\nsophisticated interior that won’t date.<\/p>\n
Modernism has been woven
\nthrough the interiors at Metricon\u2019s
\nBotanica 32 display home at
\nFyansford on the western edge of
\nGeelong.<\/p>\n
Simon Taylor, Metricon\u2019s Manager,
\nRegional West says, \u201cSimple
\ncontemporary interiors are very
\nmuch in demand. The Modernism
\nLookbook theme at the Botanica 32
\nhas received very positive feedback as
\nit\u2019s timeless and is easy to replicate\u201d.<\/p>\n
What typifies the Modernism
\ntheme?
\n\u2022 Oak and walnut timbers.
\n\u2022 Raw concrete forms and black
\ndetailing.
\n\u2022 Muted earthy colours in olives,
\ngrey, navy, and rust.
\n\u2022 Furniture with a mid-20th century
\ndesign aesthetic<\/p>\n
How to recreate the Modernism
\nlook in your home When styling, opt for abstract,
\nbold and contrasting elements.<\/p>\n
Monochromatic, geometric prints
\nalongside a bold colour or feature
\nin a room work perfectly with this
\nscheme. Contemporary artwork and
\nindoor plants also help brighten this
\notherwise minimal theme, bringing
\ninterest and a pop of colour to each
\nroom.<\/p>\n
Metricon\u2019s interactive online
\nLookbook features design tips and
\ntricks for each room – bringing
\nthe Modernism style to life. Visit
\nmetricon.com.au\/get-inspired\/
\nlookbook for more info.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Conventional coastal home interiors often fit the clich\u00e9 \u2013 a colour palette of white and blue, cane accessories, shell-adorned mirrors and a sprinkling of nautical props for good measure! If you\u2019re looking for a fresh and inspired interiors theme for your coastal home, it’s time to meditate on a more modern approach. Modernism, one of […]<\/p>\n