If you’re looking to make your home look more minimal, follow these tips: Create space, declutter, add texture, and store utility items in attractive bins and baskets. Minimalism emphasizes that not everything should be on display. You can use attractive baskets and bins for these items, or consider building in an attractive storage unit to keep the rest of your home looking minimalist. And don’t forget about art!
Creating space
Creating space for a minimalistic home begins with reducing clutter. Start by decluttering by category. Clothing goes first, followed by books, papers, and miscellaneous items. Last are sentimental items. When starting to clean out your home, prioritize the things you need to keep and eliminate the rest. Minimalists tend to place more importance on quality over quantity, so it’s important to keep storage space.
Decluttering
To be successful at decluttering for a minimalistic home, you must first determine exactly what minimalism means to you. The term carries a lot of assumptions that can turn off some people. However, once you know exactly what minimalism means to you, it will be easier for you to achieve your goal. Also, setting a plan beforehand will help you prioritize your tasks.
Artwork
When selecting art for a pared-down space, quality is more important than quantity. Too many pieces can create an art museum look, while one oversized piece can be a focal point. Similarly, a room with large windows should be adorned with timeless pieces that can be enjoyed over time. While choosing minimalistic art, consider quality and the way it will blend into the room. If you have a limited budget, consider DIY honeycomb shelves, which are both functional and decorative.
Texture
Although minimalism emphasizes neutral colors and a clean look, it doesn’t mean you should completely avoid texture in your minimalist home. By adding small amounts of color through artwork, textiles, and plants, you can create a more welcoming atmosphere without overpowering the room. Textured materials, like natural woods and handwoven textiles, can also add warmth and enrichment to a minimalistic space.
Color palette
There is a wide variety of colour schemes that work for a minimalistic home, and they all incorporate light tones. The main goal of a minimalistic colour scheme is not to make your space appear overly busy, but instead to create a feeling of openness. Light shades are soft and compliment the essential design pieces while darker colours create contrast and elevate the look of your space. A good colour scheme includes neutral tones such as white, and other shades that are close to white.
Furniture
If your home is on the modern minimalist side, then your furniture should follow suit. You should choose furniture that serves a practical purpose and features simple and clean lines. A five-tier bookshelf by Coaster Furniture is a great example of minimalist furnishings. Its simple silhouette is made from poplar and MDF.