Understanding A Transitional Interior Design Approach

If your interior styling tastes sit somewhere comfortably between a traditional and modern aesthetic, a transitional approach may be the ideal compromise. This versatile look perfectly blends classic and contemporary elements for a timeless redesign that will be liveable and beloved for years to come. 

At Stella Ludwig Interiors, we specialize in creating distinctive interiors that exude elegance and style with a splendid mix of old and new decorative elements. If you reside in the Greater Philadelphia Area, contact us today for all your high-end spatial design needs, and read on to learn more about a transitional interior design approach.

 

It’s Personal

Carefully curated furnishings, designer fabrics and other decorative elements help to create a customized and refined space. With that said, there are certain rules to follow when designing a strictly traditional or modern home. With a transitional approach, there is greater room for creative expression and incorporating unique pieces within your spatial design — whether it’s showcasing an antique heirloom in a chic city apartment, or a sleek leather sofa and track lighting in a historic home, as seen in this Rittenhouse Square home office. On a personal level, a transitional approach means striking that perfect balance on the style spectrum to suit your unique preferences, without having to adhere to preexisting interior design expectations.

 

It’s Flexible

With a transitional approach to design, your interior spaces can lean more toward the past or the present. This unique flexibility allows for greater collaboration with a designer and compromise within a family. When merging multiple tastes and styles within the home, it’s best to thoughtfully select a cohesive mix of old and new elements to complement your overall spatial design. But be judicious in your choices. For a successful marriage of decorative styles, a neutral color palette and minimalist methodology can help to keep your home refined and well-appointed without seeming cluttered.

 

It’s Right on Point

Thanks to its flexibility, and the unique ability it offers to personalize your space, a transitional approach is fast becoming a popular option in high-end spatial design. Take this colorful Pine Street home, for example, as featured in Philadelphia & Suburban Life Magazine. This award-winning redesign is right on point, creating a timeless yet chic living space that is tailored to the homeowners’ vision and lifestyle. Neutral walls set the foundation for vibrant designer fabrics, and custom furnishings feature both cleanly contemporary and classically curved lines, making it a lovely example of the transitional design approach.

 

Stella Ludwig Interiors is an award-winning boutique design firm specializing in high-end residential design. Located in the historic Rittenhouse Square area, we service discerning professional clients, empty nesters, and busy executives, as well as international families living in the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond. We are known for creating distinctive interiors that exude elegance with style and panache, and feel privileged to work in an ever-changing creative industry that allows us to use our experience and talents to bring joy to those we serve. Stella Ludwig Interiors projects and ideas have been featured in Architectural Digest, Philly+Home Design Magazine, Philadelphia Style, Philadelphia & Suburban Life Magazine, Bucks House & Home, Kravet Design Share, and Real Estate and Design Industry Blogs.

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