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Is there a difference between modern and contemporary home?

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Real Estate Sales Representative with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Toronto Realty

Coming from an architecture background, there is often a debate on the terms "modern" versus "contemporary". "Modern", as I would interpret it, is an innovative design concept which marks a period relevant of our time.

 

You may or may not agree that:

  • Classic modern design will be associated with the period in the mid-20th century.
  • Progressive modern will be associated with a home which embodies the future.
  • A contemporary home could mean a decor which is newer and not traditional.
  • A modern floor plan would appeal to modern living with simple uncomplicated forms, clean lines, open plan and natural light.
  • Traditional styled homes can have comtemporary floor plan.

I have had occasions when working with buyers, where the terms contemporary and modern were often thrown around. It's important to pin down how each buyer define these terms when purchasing a home.

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Lori Bowers
La Quinta, CA
The Lori Bowers Group

I am still confused. What is a contemporary floor plan?

Feb 27, 2011 03:41 AM
Anne Lok
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Toronto Realty - Toronto, ON
Toronto Modern Real Estate

I would interpret  a contemporary floor plan as a home either modified in an exisiting traditional structure or rebuilt from new materials mimicking traditional forms.

Feb 27, 2011 03:51 AM