When you think about your dream home, what do you think of? Does it have a contemporary design? Although it might seem counter-intuitive, distressed wood flooring can actually be a fantastic option for a modern home. Keep reading to find out why!

Defining Contemporary Design

Before we get to the floors, let's define what "contemporary design" actually is. As Houzz explains, "contemporary design is rooted in the moment…less is more: smooth profiles instead of ornamentation, solid or subtly patterned fabrics in lieu of colorful prints, minimal accessories rather than big collections." Known for neutral colors, open areas and natural lighting, contemporary homes have an expansive airiness.

What About the Floors?

As we've mentioned before, dark hardwood floors contrasted with furniture and accessories made from light colors is one option, but here's another one to try: distressed wood flooring. After all, one way to give your home a contemporary feel is to mix natural materials with other modern accessories and embellishments.

Do you need some inspiration? Here are a few modern homes that feature distressed wood flooring as part of their design:

• With dark distressed floors, this contemporary home features a lot of open space in addition to neutral furniture and accessories.
• With a few splashes of color, this Scandinavian home features white distressed wood flooring that goes all the way up the walls and covers the ceiling.
• Despite less space, this dining room uses white distressed floors and contrasting dark and light furniture to create a contemporary feel.
• With neutral colors and a lot of natural lighting, this kitchen's distressed wood flooring plays an important part in its contemporary design.

For more ideas, browse through Houzz or come visit our showroom and ask our experts about using distressed wood flooring in your home's contemporary design. Be sure to contact us for a free in-home estimate today, too!

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