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Contemporary

Updated Mar 25, 2026
Current-era clean lines, sustainable materials, large windows, natural light.

Architecture of NOW - constantly evolving. Clean geometry, large windows, open plans, mixed materials, flat/shed roofs, indoor-outdoor. Incorporates passive solar, smart home, wellness. $200-$600/sf.

TAGS
contemporarymodernsustainableopen-plan
DETAILS
era
2000s-present
cost per sf
$200-$600
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