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Minimalist Decor: Get Back to Basics!

This article is also available in French: Décoration Epurée : Allez à l’Essentiel !

12/08/2024 · 1 min read · By the Designix team
Minimalist Decor: Get Back to Basics!

Breathe new life into your interior by decluttering. Keep only the essentials to adopt a clean and minimalist decor. The goal is to create a peaceful and elegant space without it appearing cold or impersonal.

Sobriety in colors

A clean decor relies on sober hues. Favor neutral and light tones. White, both simple and refined, will bring lightness and freshness to your space. To avoid a clinical atmosphere, play with shades of white, such as off-white, cream, or beige. The key is to maintain a simple, monochrome palette.

Sobriety in colors

 

A Personal Touch

To structure or add a personal touch, incorporate an accent color like black, mustard yellow, or burgundy. Add this color sparingly, without overloading the space, in order to preserve the clean look of the decor.

A Personal Touch

 

Noble and warm materials

The choice of materials is crucial for a clean and minimalist decor, as they bring warmth and character without cluttering the interior. Opt for natural materials like light wood for floors or furniture, and linen for textiles. 

Noble and warm materials

Wood, in addition to being noble, will add character to your decor. As for fabrics like linen or cotton, they will evoke the tranquility and lightness of a refined style. Therefore, favor light wood elements, marble, or white lacquered finishes, while focusing on transparency, shine, and the elegance of the materials.

 

Decluttering our decor: furniture and accessories

Unlike the baroque style, a minimalist decor relies on much simpler principles. Decluttering is therefore essential—only keep what is necessary!

Opt for functional furniture to maximize storage without cluttering the room with superfluous furniture. To maintain a sense of space and bring softness to your interior, favor clean lines and rounded shapes.

Decluttering our decor: furniture and accessories

Accessories must be chosen with care. Use elements with simple designs, favoring fine lines. Play with transparency, heights, and large formats, while avoiding multiple patterns and colors.

 

Lighting our spaces

Regardless of the size of the room, lighting is essential. It brings a sense of space and delicacy. Natural light is paramount in a clean decor. Choose thin and discreet window frames, as well as large interior glass partitions. For light fixtures, opt for a designer style. Whether suspended, table lamps, or floor lamps, designer lighting will structure and refine your space.

Lighting our spaces

 

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