When Scott Wells moved across the street from the classic Ritz-Carlton Residences to the decidedly more modern 22 West building in Northwest Washington, he decided his furniture could also do with a modern update.

“This place is so new and sleek and modern and the way I decorated the [Ritz Carlton condo] was very traditional,” said Wells. “There are very few things here [from my old home]. You can count them on one hand.”