What defines the modern interior style?

Modern style is about clean lines, calm shapes and a neutral palette of white, grey and beige. Slender bases, few ornaments and deliberate empty space create visual calm. The starting point is: less is more.

Which colours suit modern?

Work with a base of white, light grey, beige and soft sand, complemented by light wood tones. Add at most one accent colour per room, for example a muted green or ochre. Metal is best kept matt black or brushed.

Which furniture suits a modern interior?

Think of a sofa with straight lines and a slender base, a sleek coffee table, a thin cabinet and a sculptural armchair. Architectural lamps complete the picture. Keep the number of pieces limited for a calm overall look.

What is the difference between modern and hotel chic?

Modern is more restrained and minimalist, with a neutral palette and little decoration. Hotel chic is richer and more opulent, with premium materials such as marble, velvet and polished metal and a few striking statement pieces.

Does modern work in a small apartment?

Very well indeed. Modern works best with a limited number of pieces and plenty of calm, empty surfaces. By avoiding visual clutter, a smaller space actually looks larger and clearer.

Which wood tones suit modern?

Light wood tones fit the modern style best and keep the picture light and calm. A smooth, sleek finish works well with the clear lines. Dark, heavy woods suit a warmer, country or wabi-sabi mood better.

How do I keep a modern room warm?

Add texture with a wool throw, a soft rug or a few cushions in natural materials. A single plant and warm, dimmable light bring life into the room without disturbing the sleek look.

Does Mokana deliver modern furniture in Twente and Germany?

Yes. Our own delivery team delivers throughout Twente and the German border region. The showroom in Enschede is a short drive from Hengelo, Oldenzaal, Borne and Losser, with free parking right outside.

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The modern interior style is about clean lines, calm shapes and a neutral palette, inspired by Scandinavian and Japanese minimalism. Where many styles thrive on ornament, here calm comes from deliberately leaving things out: the beauty lies in the proportions. In our showroom at Hogelandsingel 49 in Enschede you can see how clearly designed sofas, tables with a slender base and sculptural armchairs together form a calm, timeless whole. That way you experience the style in real life first, before you choose.

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What defines the modern style

Modern is essentially minimalist: straight shapes without curls or ornaments, slender legs in matt black or brushed metal, and a deliberate amount of empty space. The starting point is that less is more. Every piece is allowed to show itself without filling the room, which keeps the picture clear and light. That restraint also makes the style very versatile: modern does not date quickly and suits new-build just as well as a renovated town house.

Which furniture and materials fit

Think of a sofa with a clean, straight line and a thin base, a dining table with a slender top, a low cabinet and an armchair with a sculptural silhouette. Keep materials clean and honest: smoothly finished wood in a light tone, powder coated or brushed metal, and plain fabrics without busy patterns.

Seating area: a sofa with straight lines, complemented by a single side table or pouffe.
Dining area: a table with a slender base and chairs with a clear, minimal profile.
Storage: a low cabinet or sideboard that creates visual calm instead of filling a wall.

Colours, textures and atmosphere

Work with a base of white, light grey, beige and soft sand, complemented by light wood tones. Limit yourself to at most one accent colour per room, for example a muted green or ochre, so the whole stays coherent. Bring in texture subtly through a bouclé fabric, a woven cushion or a fine rug. Metal is best kept matt black or brushed: that gives a calm, high quality look without shine.

Combining modern in your interior

In the living room, modern comes into its own best with plenty of daylight, neutral walls and an open layout. Choose a sofa as a calm anchor and leave air around it: a few well chosen pieces beat many loose ones. In the dining room a table with a slender base keeps the picture light, combined with chairs that follow the same clear line. Keep the styling understated, a single plant or vase is enough to add life.

Timeless and practical

One of the strengths of modern is its timelessness: thanks to the calm shapes and neutral tones the base stays beautiful for years and you can easily change the mood with a new cushion or rug. The style also combines well with what you already have. If you have warmer or natural elements at home, they keep the sleek picture comfortable. Plain, smooth surfaces are also easy to keep clean and show little clutter, which keeps daily care light.

Shopping modern at Mokana

In our showroom in Enschede the modern pieces are set up as complete arrangements, so you can calmly compare materials, colours and proportions side by side. Our advisers will help you choose a coherent, calm arrangement that suits your space, with no obligation. We deliver throughout the Netherlands and also to Belgium and Germany, and payment in instalments is available. Want to talk through the layout first? Feel free to request personal advice or plan a visit to our showroom.

Frequently asked questions

What defines the modern interior style?: Modern style is about clean lines, calm shapes and a neutral palette of white, grey and beige. Slender bases, few ornaments and deliberate empty space create visual calm. The starting point is: less is more.
Which colours suit modern?: Work with a base of white, light grey, beige and soft sand, complemented by light wood tones. Add at most one accent colour per room, for example a muted green or ochre. Metal is best kept matt black or brushed.
Which furniture suits a modern interior?: Think of a sofa with straight lines and a slender base, a sleek coffee table, a thin cabinet and a sculptural armchair. Architectural lamps complete the picture. Keep the number of pieces limited for a calm overall look.
What is the difference between modern and hotel chic?: Modern is more restrained and minimalist, with a neutral palette and little decoration. Hotel chic is richer and more opulent, with premium materials such as marble, velvet and polished metal and a few striking statement pieces.
Does modern work in a small apartment?: Very well indeed. Modern works best with a limited number of pieces and plenty of calm, empty surfaces. By avoiding visual clutter, a smaller space actually looks larger and clearer.
Which wood tones suit modern?: Light wood tones fit the modern style best and keep the picture light and calm. A smooth, sleek finish works well with the clear lines. Dark, heavy woods suit a warmer, country or wabi-sabi mood better.
How do I keep a modern room warm?: Add texture with a wool throw, a soft rug or a few cushions in natural materials. A single plant and warm, dimmable light bring life into the room without disturbing the sleek look.
Does Mokana deliver modern furniture in Twente and Germany?: Yes. Our own delivery team delivers throughout Twente and the German border region. The showroom in Enschede is a short drive from Hengelo, Oldenzaal, Borne and Losser, with free parking right outside.