Minimalism and “quiet luxury” are two interior design trends that go hand in hand, so it's no surprise that actor and entrepreneur Eva Longoria has incorporated them into her home.
This combination of minimalist decor and luxury, or “warm minimalism” as we like to call it, can be difficult to get right. Designing and creating a space that exudes luxurious comfort while minimizing waste can be a difficult balance to strike, but with careful consideration, it can be achieved.
Minimalist rooms are often decorated in white by default, but it can make a space feel cold, especially if the white is bright white or cool white. Choosing warm, neutral color schemes such as stone tones, beiges, and creams will help the room feel relaxing and inviting. This is important when it comes to living rooms.
Instead, embrace natural materials and curvaceous design, as Eva Longoria and the design team at ARCA Studio, a firm specializing in stone, porcelain, and wood, have masterfully done in this contemporary home.
When designing a warm, minimalist entryway, it's important to remember that materials matter. Using structural materials to add warmth to a room is a smart idea. This can be done with wooden floors, wooden paneled walls or wooden ceilings. Wood not only provides the structural skeleton of many homes, but it also brings special qualities that keep spaces timeless and sophisticated.
For us, natural wood brings character and luxury to an entrance, but its greatest benefit is its versatility. Can be used for walls, floors, storage, and furniture. For a modern look, choose a textured finish that clearly shows the rough marks of the bandsaw. Lighter colored treatments such as bleached oak, lime washed wood and gray tone wood are also in demand.
Another great choice in Eva Longoria's home is her use of curvaceous designs. In the past, minimalists favored sharp lines and minimal colors, but these days, curved designs combined with traditional minimalist designs have become mainstream.
Organic lines will be big news in our homes in 2023, softening our sanctuaries into more luxurious spaces.
Louisa Morgan, creative director at Mandarin Stone, says: “This interior design trend is about creating a relaxing environment that is relaxing both physically and mentally.” Curves are abundant in nature, so a biophilic relationship is at play.
“On a simpler level, curves serve as a welcome softener of the straight lines and hard edges often found in modern homes.”