Minimalist bedroom how to#

Its calming benefits mean that minimalist style is perfect for modern bedroom design. It’s also great for mental health, removing distractions and helping you to embrace the ‘tidy house, tidy mind philosophy’. Minimalism is good for the environment as it prioritises the essentials and discourages excess purchases. This look might not be for you if you love an abundance of knick-knacks, ornaments and wall art! While the new approach to minimalism embraces more warmth, minimalist bedroom design still centres around uncluttered spaces and clean lines, with just a few pieces of furniture and your bed as the focal point.

This concept was soon reflected in architecture, fashion and interiors and the ‘less is more’ mantra of minimalist design gained in popularity in the decades that followed. The Minimalism movement started in 1950s New York and was a label first given to artists like Donald Judd, Frank Stella and Sol Lewitt, who preferred simple geometric shapes and lines, only a few colours, and careful placement of those lines and colours. It emerged in the 20th century as a reaction to and rejection of the highly decorative styles of the past, from frilly Victorian architecture to Abstract Expressionist art. Minimalism is defined as a design or style in which the simplest and fewest elements are used to create the maximum effect. “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” – Leonardo Da Vinci

Minimalist bedroom how to#

We explain the history of minimalism and how to make modern minimalism work in your bedroom. It’s about keeping the backdrop to your space neutral, while introducing textured and even plush furniture, with an injection of subtle colour to avoid a cold or harsh look. Minimalism is back but in a new, slightly softer and warmer way.