Walking in a room that balances the attraction of the old world with a splash of modern nature just feels right. It likes to listen to the remix of a classic song - you recognise the roots, but there is something new and unexpectedly layered on top. And the same idea works for design. Whether you are updating a comfortable living room, planning a wedding, or even styling with helium balloons in Pittsburgh for a celebration, mixing traditional with contemporary holds a place from getting stuck in a time area. Why Mixing Styles Works (and Feels So Good) There is a history of traditional decorations that are written on it - poled woods, ornate frames, grandmother's dining tables that somehow survived five tricks. The modern style, however, is about clean lines, the breathing space is open, and not overcomplicating things. When you put them together, you don’t just get “a room.” You get character. Too much traditional and you risk looking like a museum. Too modern, and it starts to f...