Sometimes the name “modern” and “contemporary” are used interchangeably. So, let’s clear the confusion about modern and contemporary style and understand what each design includes.
The modern style of design started around the early 1900s during the time when the German Bauhaus design style started and lasted through the middle of the 20th century. Modern style transformed into mid-century modern during the 1950s and 60s which then transitioned into post-modernism around the 1970s and 80s. Here is a gallery of modern design spaces.
By definition, contemporary means “occurring in the present moment”. This means that contemporary style reflects the design style that is popular in the current times. Our contemporary design has elements that are borrowed from times of modern, post-modern, art-deco, de-constructivism and more. This style is constantly evolving.
Keeping these descriptions of modern and contemporary in mind, we can see the differences and similarities in both styles.
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