How to Design a Contemporary Home

Contemporary homes incorporate modern elements, such as asymmetrical lines, odd shapes and over-sized windows, with traditional design. The interior is characterized by industrial type materials and plenty of lighting. With a few pointers, you can design your own contemporary home.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Study contemporary house plans to get ideas. Visit websites like Home Plans to find contemporary floor plans you can use for inspiration.

2. Keep in mind that contemporary homes typically have open floor plans. The kitchen normally opens into the great room and breakfast area.

3. Position the great room (family room) facing the backyard and include plenty of windows. This allows the family to enjoy their backyard.

4. Include spacious walk-in closets in your contemporary home design. Bathrooms are spacious and include a garden tub with a separate shower and double sink vanities.

5. Build an adjustable back wall that opens out into the patio. This is becoming common in modern design. Homeowners can bring the outdoors inside and obtain added living space by combining their living room with their patio.

6. Purchase a contemporary floor plan and customize it according to your lifestyle. Many online sites offer this service at affordable rates.

7. Plan on including a sky window. A sky window conserves energy, since you benefit more from natural light. It also allows you to benefit from the warmth of the sun in the winter.

Resources

• Contemporary home plans
• Contemporary style house plan collection