Modernism Evolves into Futurism | Meet the Faucets of the Future
No doubt you are quite familiar with modern design. It’s everywhere and its popularity is unmatched. But when does modernism become futurism? The great designers of today are quick to point out that these styles are definitely not one and the same. In fact, knowing the difference will put you ahead of your peers, no matter in which professional capacity you work, from project specifier to amateur interior designer. We’ve compiled an easy guide, suitable for all interests and knowledge levels. In short, modern designs make rooms look sleek and clean, a great start to achieving futurism. The simple lines and colors in the overarching theme of modernism lay a foundation for futuristic designs. Futurism goes beyond this, however. Futuristic designs take modernism to a new plane.
What is Modern Style?
Sleek and new is the picture painted in most people’s minds when they think of a modern style. Think bright colors or a monochromatic palette without fussy extraneous details. Curves play their part, but you’ll see more sharp angles and edges in modernism. Black and white in sharp contrast is another textbook modern look because this oozes sophistication while maintaining strict minimalism. The black-and-white look is often paired with gorgeous chrome faucets and fixtures. For example, the Pioneer Single Handle Kitchen Faucet (pioneerind.com) in chrome is perfect in a modern kitchen.
Minimalism is the most important element to either a modern bathroom or kitchen. Neutral color tones and right angles limit distraction and bring a feeling of cleanliness, orderliness and peace to the room. Modern styles are absolutely clutter-free, in color and in content. But white and black, or bold color in huge swatches is not the only way to modern perfection. Modern design also uses earth tones like beige, muted green or brown, which lend a natural, yet still pristine, biophilic touch. However, don’t forget to keep it s-i-m-p-l-e.
What is Futurism?
Futurism is the next tier up from modern styles. Modernism is used in all aspects of futurism as a bold foundation, but futurism is a level above. This can be done via design or via technology. Bringing your room to life with technology gives your room that futuristic feel. For example, choosing a faucet with sensitive sensor technology instantly boosts the tech tone of a room. So can using floating appliances, like a floating bathtub, cabinet or sink. Minimalism is generally taken to the max in futurism. If a piece is not adding to the feel, it’s detracting from it. Less is more. Much more. Much about futurism is inspired by science fiction. While modernism is generally not nature-inspired, futurism can be. For example, imagine a luxurious bathroom with a pod-like bathtub, soft cork floors and very rounded faucets with impressive reach over an oversized sink. The best part of futuristic design may be that it allows a designer free imaginative reign.
How to Get the Look in the Kitchen
Lighting is often the first step owners take to amp up a kitchen’s futuristic aesthetic. Motion-controlled or voice-activated lighting is an easy way to incorporate technology into the kitchen. Think lower than normal light level that brightens when a person walks in. Color-changing LED lights immediately change the tone of the room at the tap of a button or with a simple voice command. These can be controlled on either your smartphone, remote or other device. For appliances and faucets, consider moving from chrome to matte black. Contrast the velvety black look and feel with a very light or white countertop and sink. Choose faucets with an arch and in varying sizes. For example, the main sink faucet could be very large, nearly commercial-sized, and the butler’s sink could be in a similar style, but much smaller. Finally, you can’t go wrong with a sensor-activated faucet, as long as it works immediately, every time.
How to Get the Look in the Bathroom
Using smart technology in the bathroom will make for a more convenient experience and give the room that starship feel. Smart showers have built-in thermostats that regulate water temperature before you even step foot in the shower. The shower-singer can also choose showerheads with Bluetooth-enabled speakers to play audio from their smart devices. Smart toilets have built-in bidets and can self-clean as well as automatically open and close the lid. Pair all this with smart lights with every color possibility and faucets that scream Star Trek. How about a waterfall faucet with nice, tight angles?
Touchless faucets and soap dispensers, like the Central Brass Single Hole Deck Mount Electronic Sensor Soap Dispenser (pioneerind.com), are not only high-tech, but they are also extra hygienic, nearly bullet-proof and look amazing. Consider purchasing the Central Brass Single Hole Deck Mount Electronic Sensor Drinking Faucet (pioneerind.com) for its contactless technology and easy one-hole installation.
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