Purity is now establishing itself as the new art of living. Far from being a simple style, minimalism focuses on functionality to free up space and the mind. Between graphic lines, neutral tones and invisible storage, everything converges towards a single mantra: flourish in sobriety. But how to subtract without losing cachet? Here are our avenues to explore.
Before taking over our interiors, minimalism shook up the art of the 60s. Born from a desire for clarity in the face of the abundance of pop art and the abstract, this movement imposed its radicalism to keep only the essential: pure form and raw emotion. If the Bauhaus movement adopted it very quickly, it was one of its major representatives, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who put the right words on this philosophy: less is more. Driven by the art of living slowwhich advocates a return to basics and a concentration on the essential, the minimalist style inspires interiors in search of well-being and serenity. The watchword to achieve this: sobriety.
Eliminate the unnecessary
One of the first steps to take, and not the least, to create a minimalist cocoon is declutteringso dear to Marie Kondo. Review what you really need, put aside the pieces that you sincerely love… the idea is simple: regain control over your environment. Sorting through everything that has been accumulated over the years also affects the state of mind in which you approach your refined decor. Prioritize quality over quantity then becomes the golden rule that accompanies you before each reasoned purchase.
Simple lines and noble materials
To create a minimalist space that works, it is necessary to juggle between simplicity and warmth. The furniture, modest and practical, is not burdened with frills. If the lines are undeniably simple, they must evoke comfort, refinement and a feeling of well-being in those who look at them. THE choice of materials therefore has an essential role to play in responding to these two aspects. Wood is king, the transparency of glass inspires delicacy, as for the textiles chosen for their beautiful manufacturing, they adorn with their lightness a staging placed under the sign of moderation.
Discreet storage for tidy spaces
Create a clear space in each space by eliminating unnecessary and, above all, bulky furniture. Their replacement: the sober and functional furniture which visually supports the desired minimalist spirit. Low, closed, neat… it allows you to elegantly store those everyday objects that you prefer to hide. Equipped with niches, drawers or even hidden systems that could not be more discreet, they become real allies at a time when practicality rhymes more than ever with a stripped-down interior.
