1.   Their warm colours are easily matched with contemporary furnishings.

2.   Accessories can serve as a sort of middle ground to unite the disparate looks of antiques and contemporary furnishings, Archer said.

3.   Decor varies, but all rooms feature cool marine colors and contemporary furnishings.

4.   Europeans in general avoid the decorated look in homes, preferring an eclectic mix of antiques and contemporary furnishings.

5.   In a crisp, contemporary space, sparsely appointed with equally contemporary furnishings and art, with everything on view, tidiness is a virtue.

6.   The rooms are big, with contemporary furnishings, and amenities include a pool and a fitness center.