Nothing beats the refreshing feeling of a clean and organized home. But over time, your home can be stressful due to the accumulation of clutter that creates chaos and feelings of being smothered. All of the things you treasure in your home may turn into objects that stress you out instead of comforting you.
For some, minimalism is a practical and cost-efficient solution to keep any form of disarray out of their homes. Likewise, the clean, simplistic lines, neutral hues, and “less is more” concept are appealing for modern homes. Consider these seven tips when turning your home into a minimalist abode.
Tidy up One Room at a Time
Start by decluttering your bedroom then gradually move to the other parts of your home. Doing so will not overwhelm you from all the mess that needs to be cleared out. You will also keep track of which rooms need deep-cleaning and which are ready for their minimalist transformation.
Maximize Storage
Minimalism may be about “less is more,” but that doesn’t mean you have to dispose of your belongings to achieve this simple and clean look. If you have a collection of trinkets or items that will clash with your minimalist goal, utilize wall storage to keep them.
Choose storage coverings that suit your preferred neutral hues to conveniently hide objects while maintaining your space’s aesthetic and cleanliness.
Use Neutral Base Hues
Minimalism is all about neutral base and hues, such as whites, creams, beiges, browns, grays, and blacks. These hues give off a crisp, clean, and refreshing feeling that makes your home more comfortable and inviting. Plus, neutral shades also give the illusion of more expansive spaces. This feature is perfect for making your studio unit look bigger.
If you have no idea which neutral hues look good together or suit your ideal aesthetic, take inspiration from the Internet or pictures of hotels and condos. For example, Discovery Primea in Makati City uses a lot of beiges and browns in their suites. You can recreate the same look in your house or condo.
Clear Out Furniture
Because you want to create the illusion of wider spaces, assess which furniture pieces are essential and which you can take out of your home. The key to minimalism is to have fewer functional furniture pieces without compromising your comfort. After stripping down to the basics, you can check which other components you can keep for added style.
Clear out the Floors
Your floors should be clear of clutter and storage. Keep items in your wall storage and shelves. Stick to one-color carpets or floor mats if you want to decorate your floor. If you have to keep something on your floors, stick to house plants, cabinets, and tall lamps.
Accessorize with Purpose
You can still decorate your minimalist home with accent pieces that are also handy. Use pendant lights to brighten your kitchen and living room. A desk lamp is perfect for brightening and adding a simple statement to your home office desk. Add a few potted plants to add bold statements of nature against the blank surfaces of your walls and floor. Plus, plants are perfect for cleaning the air you breathe and keeping you happy.
The key is to stick to sleek pieces that have less visual weight.
Let Natural Light in
Keep your windows clean and clear of any window decorations. If you must use shade, choose sheer drapes and curtains. This allows natural light to enter and illuminate your home. If you need help in brightening your home, add a mirror or two or some indoor plants as these bounce off the light to various parts of your home. Minimalism works better if your space is well lit. No one wants to live in a dark and gloomy house.
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to achieve the crisp, spotless, and calming ambiance of a minimalist home. By sticking to what is functional and keeping things clean, you’ll make your home easier to maintain and free from visual chaos.