“Minimalism is binding the space, while making it breathable. It is barer; though by no means, less designed. Uncluttered spaces are the need of the hour. Minimalism seems like a natural fit.”, said Heny Savla, Interior Designer, Livspace.
The minimalist decorating style is an exercise in restraint, where space, lighting and objects play equally important roles. This style demands you to pare down your furnishings to the bare essentials so that you’re left with a set of curated objects that deliver maximum impact. Far from being boring, this style is bold, functional and highly memorable.
Take a look around your home. Look at all the furniture in each room carefully. Turn your head to the portraits hanging on the wall and the objects that sit on your tabletops. Does everything need to be there? Or can you do away with some of them? Minimalism is all about subtracting unnecessary frills and the things from your decor and keeping things simple. And a lot of homes are turning to minimalist decor as a refreshing way of neat, organized and clutter-free living.
Maybe you've long had visions of coming home from a busy day of work and relaxing in your minimalist home, but just don't know where to begin when it comes to achieving this goal. Perhaps you feel like it's simply too late to become a minimalist—after all, what will you do with all of your stuff?
Keep the following tried and true design tactics in mind, and you'll most definitely be able to live more like a minimalist. Cut the excess for good.
1. Focus on Function
Before you begin your minimalist design, it’s important to think about how you want your rooms to function. Do you have guests over often? You’ll want to make sure there’s plenty of seating. Planning to work from home? You’ll need to create a distraction-free area away from other living spaces. No matter the layout you choose, the key to a minimalist look is keeping your space open and airy.
2.Creat Clean Lines
Modern minimalist home designs are all about creating clean, visually-appealing lines. Furniture with straight edges, squared doorways instead arched ones, and geometric decor are just a few ways that you can design a room that’s easy on the eyes.
3. Opt for Neutral Walls
Neutral paint colors are a major component of cool, simple designs. White, blush, beige, tan, and earth tones are all fantastic wall color options for keeping your home bright, calm, and uncluttered. Can’t seem to let color go? Give one of the rooms in your home a monochromatic color scheme.
4.Tone Down Floors
Much like your walls, the floors in your home can also help brighten and open up your space. Flooring like light hardwood, polished concrete, and white tile will give your space a modern minimalist feel. If you enjoy the appearance of wood floors but don’t want to break the bank, install light-colored vinyl planks for an affordable alternative.
5.Let in Natural Light
Large windows that allow lots of natural light will make any minimalist room appear larger and warmer. Not to mention, windows are great for acting as a focal point in any room, especially if you have amazing views. Just add thin, floor-length curtains that go with your color theme for privacy.
