Joey King's living room is a master class in minimalist style. This simple style has grown in popularity over the past few years, and King's space is a perfect example of how to make it look warm and purposeful. Her simple built-in shelves are one of the most striking aspects of creating a minimalist look.
The Family Affair actress' living room idea embraces a white and brown color scheme, from the light hardwood floors to the bright white-painted walls. Chocolate-colored furniture and a dark wood fireplace with antique carved marble insets and a mirror above give the space a sense of history. A built-in shelf topped with a potted plant creates a lived-in feel without any clutter.
“Minimalist living room ideas work really well in a historic space like Joey King's,” says Jennifer Ebert, digital editor at Homes & Gardens. “By leaving the shelving plain and simple, King's designers are able to highlight the antique beauty of the fireplace and high-quality hardwood floors. These materials really shine in a way that a more maximalist design can't.”
She continues, “I love her choice to decorate the living room shelves with just two plants – one on the top shelf and one on the bottom shelf, with books and other essential items stored in the built-in lower cupboard. The plants blend perfectly with the decorative statues on the mantelpiece, creating a minimalist, but not austere, design.”
To recreate Joey King's neutral living room idea, first think carefully about your decor and choose a few of your favorites. In this case, she displays objects in sets of two, allocating separate zones for plants and sculptures. Then, think about how you'll display these objects while still allowing for ample space. King's space prioritizes one item per shelf, but you could add a few more to create a minimalist look.
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Introducing simple shelves with potted plants and ceramics can make a space feel luxurious without making it look cluttered. These simple examples are effective at adding subtle colors and work particularly well with natural wood shelves.
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While there's a time and place for more maximalist decor ideas, minimalist shelving styling can look just as beautiful when it comes to taking a slower, more deliberate approach. King's living room shows that the fewer decorative items on display, the more each item can shine.