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but with a contemporary angle. Tatjana von Stein mixed new and vintage furniture in the flat The designer also sourced a number of vintage pieces from different eras to decorate the home.

One of the fun things about visiting someone’s home is getting to see what they’ve done with the place. Sneaking a peek at their design choices — the harmony of patterns, the contrast of colors, ...

McGlone suggests a high-gloss lacquer for shades like burgundy and espresso, which will create a sleek, shiny look that reflects light beautifully. For a softer, more modern feel, a satin finish ...

Cerminara-Kelly especially likes to use black trim to add contrast to modern-style homes ... in rooms that contain white walls and boldly colored or shaped furniture, Wedemeyer comments.

Despite the traditional touches, the property feels sleekly modern and incredibly romantic ... pottery and glass by mending cracks with urushi lacquer mixed with powdered gold.