Contemporary styles offer understated elegance and simplicity, but it is far from boring. Clever uses of texture, shapes and clean lines lend to showcasing an exquisitely designed interior rather than the things in a room. There is actually quite a variety for contemporary designs while dressing up your home in modern elements — you can choose from dark, chic finishes for a bold aesthetic to bright, naturally-lit open spaces for a calmer, less-dramatic ambience.