Minimalism: How to Master the Trend

In today’s design trends, the minimalist approach is becoming very popular. This style of interior design incorporates simplicity and purity into your home and gives it a clean cut, but comfortable atmosphere. Here are some tips on how to master the trend of minimalism.

1. Eliminate the Unessentials

The basic principle of minimalism is to only have the essential items for each room, and to incorporate them into the decor. There is a common misconception that this means hiding your non-essential items throughout your home, when in fact, it means getting rid of them. In order to successfully achieve minimalism, make a plan for each room, and decide what items you are going to keep, and what items can be given away. This eliminates unnecessary clutter, and will assist you in mastering minimalism.

2. Choose Simple objects and furnishings

One of the defining characteristics of the minimalist approach is the simplicity and purity of the furniture and decor. When selecting furniture, choose items that are basic colours, with simple but functional designs. Using dark colours like black, or dark brown creates silhouettes and give your furnishings an austere look and makes them stand out. For decorative accents, choose complimentary colours, while remembering the less is more principle.

3. Appreciate Open Space

For the minimalist approach, empty spaces are complementary to the style. When furnishing rooms, keep the amount of furniture per room on the smaller scale, and leave ample space between furnishings. Adding in one or two accents within the room compliments the  layout, and creates a central focal point that is aesthetically pleasing to the human eye.

4. Use minimal colours

Due to the pure and simple nature of the minimalist decor style, vibrant colours are not conducive to the theme. Using shades like black and white are very common, sometimes accented with a bamboo or untreated wooden finish. Using too much colour in your decor will distract from the overall details and style that the minimalist approach is defined by.

5. Make Use of the Light

Making use windows is an important aspect of the minimalist approach. Not only does this let in natural light, but it adds to the decor, and creates a pure atmosphere. Keep the windows of your apartment unadorned, and allow the light to pour in. If this is not an option, use a sheer fabric for curtains so the light can still come through.

6. Use Textured Fabrics

If not properly laid out, with careful attention to small details, the minimalist approach can make your place feel monotonous. Adding textured fabrics in each room will prevent the lack of colour from feeling tedious, and will add an extra personal touch to the style.

With these tips about minimal colour, focal points, natural light, and textured fabric, the minimalist approach can make your place tidy, and make it radiate purity and simplicity For more ideas about achieving the minimalist approach, visit the Medallion Blog.