The idea of minimalism is to take a “less is more” approach to decorating. The main character of a minimalist home is the simple interior. But what exactly is minimalism in design?
Lean planning is based on the principle of removing clutter from your home. It's about harnessing the power of a “clean” space that's not only easy on the eyes, but also soothing, contemporary, and easy on the wallet.
This is what we like to call the “Monastic” principle that Emmy Award-winning actor, writer, and producer Ray Romano and his wife, Anna, have implemented in their La Quinta, California, oasis. This entryway, designed by Nate Berkus, perfectly embodies the gentle fortitude that Romanos wanted to capture in his family's home.
In a conversation with Architectural Digest, Nate Berkus said he wanted to recreate the boxy, no-frills aesthetic of Italian country homes.
A minimalist décor like a monastery can be difficult to get right. Creating a space that exudes luxurious comfort while minimizing waste is a difficult balance, but one that can be achieved with careful consideration and the right materials.
Invest in raw materials inspired by nature. A minimalist look can easily slip into a sterile look. To balance your space, invest in materials that add warmth but don't distract from the eye. Wood is a good starting point. Old or new, pale or dark, the warm and tactile qualities of wood complement any home.
As open plan living remains popular, timber planks are in high demand. “Not only does it create the illusion of depth and space, it also more effectively shows off the beauty of wood grain and knots,” says Josh Burbidge, flooring director at Atkinson & Kirby. It is also highly durable, making it ideal for heavy furniture.
Another basic element of “monastic” style living is the idea of the color of the room and the palette that you choose. If in doubt, choose calm white.
Evoking purity and cleanliness along with confidence and sophistication, white is a highly versatile color choice perfect for simple, minimalist living room schemes.
This versatile neutral is one of the most popular paint trends in interiors, and it's easy to see why. Decorating in white provides a blank canvas to illuminate dark entry spaces, making even a small room feel spacious and light-filled.
One of the important things to consider when decorating with a white color palette is to incorporate lots of textural elements to create layers of interest. This is an important factor when strong colors are not present.
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