Contemporary interior design is known for sleek surfaces, crisp furnishings, and cutting-edge art. While the style has gotten a bad wrap in the past for being cold and impersonal, more and more modern spaces balance warmth and minimalism for a fresh and dazzling effect. To prove that contemporary decor can be inviting and eye-catching, we’ve gathered gorgeous spaces from the AD archives that show the many sides of the style. From country homes to beach houses, these ultramodern spaces are filled with rugged materials, bold lighting, streamlined furnishings, and yes, even some color, creating rooms that are dramatic, livable, and very of-the-moment. See how top contemporary designers and architects such as Leroy Street Studio, Toshiko Mori, and Lake|Flato give their clients polished and modern spaces.