Urban & luxe · Style guide
Contemporary European interiors. Lasting character. A modern ease.
Classic proportions meet softer, modern furniture. Gentle architectural details, a little contrast and a collected feel that doesn’t date quickly.
The palette
Colours that feel elegant, collected, easy.
Soft ivory walls, with brass, mauve and burgundy saved for the pieces you’ll notice. A reading for mood, not a paint specification.
- Ivory#f2ebdf
- Mauve#c7a8b4
- Brass#c8a86c
- Burgundy#7f3342
Materials & details
What makes it Contemporary European.
The sample board
- Stone and marble-look surfaces
- Brass details
- Herringbone wood floors
- Wall mouldings
Classic mouldings, softer shapes
Panelled walls behind curved, comfortable furniture.
An arch somewhere
An arched mirror, niche or doorway softens straight lines.
A touch of brass
Taps, lamps and handles in warm metal, used sparingly.
Room by room
Ideas worth borrowing.
Best in living, kitchen, bedroom and entryway spaces.
Living
Character, gently reimagined.
A curved sofa and one deep-coloured armchair give classic walls a modern ease.
Kitchen
A considered classic.
Panelled cabinets, a stone island and a brass tap keep the kitchen timeless.
Bedroom
Soft lines. Lasting character.
A rounded headboard against moulded walls feels restful and refined.
Entryway
A considered first hello.
A slim console, an arched mirror and a warm lamp make a small entry feel generous.
Photos are illustrative design studies.
Pairs well with
Styles that get along.
Most homes mix two or three. These share a mood, a material or a palette with Contemporary European.
- TransitionalClassic comfort, modern calm.
- Modern LuxeQuiet, polished, indulgent.
- Art DecoGeometry, glamour and glow.
Want old-world character with an easy, modern feel? Let’s plan it. We design whole homes, kitchens and wardrobes around the way you live.
Good questions
Contemporary European answered.
Can I add mouldings to a modern apartment?
Yes. Simple applied panel mouldings can add character to plain walls. Keep the profiles slim so they suit the ceiling height.
Is marble necessary for this look?
No. Natural stone is lovely, but quartz, porcelain and good marble-look finishes can give a similar feel with different care needs.
How do I stop it feeling formal?
Mix in soft, curved seating, relaxed fabrics and a few personal pieces, so the room feels lived in rather than staged.