Your Guide To Minimal Interiors For 2020

Posted on - 27th January 2020

Minimal interior design has never really gone out of fashion. In fact, it’s a lasting trend that goes the distance, mostly because the clean lines, simple colours and soft textures lend themselves to a calm space that’s perfect to unwind in after a busy day.

So, if you’re looking to revamp your home in 2020, the minimal interiors trend may be the one for you. As we enter a new decade, we’re all taking a long, hard look at how much stuff we have and making a concerted effort to reduce that and live more simply. So, read on for some serious design inspiration that will help you embrace the simpler things in life - without compromising on style.

Keep it simple

Minimalist interiors are easy to achieve because they are so simple. Don’t overthink it!

When it comes to a colour scheme, be consistent and keep it simple. A minimalist colour palette is usually made up of light, bright, clean-looking colours such as pale blues, fresh and light greens, faded or burnt oranges and soft greys.

The aim with colour is to create a palette that compliments your decor without taking the focus away from it. Of course, one of the easiest colours to choose for a minimalist look is white and cream, but if that doesn’t quite do it for you then don’t shy away from splashes of pastel colours or even natural greens, greys, blues - and even brown.

Go back to basics

Wooden floors are one of the easiest ways to achieve a minimalist look. They work effortlessly with clean lines and help draw the eye to statement pieces of furniture while providing a natural contrast to a fresh colour palette.

Of course, wooden floors can be warmed and dressed up with a few carefully placed rugs. This not only helps to keep your feet warm in winter but also helps to add a variety of softer textures to your interior that can easily be changed up or moved around through the seasons.

Don’t be afraid of contrast

Minimalist interiors don’t have to be boring, and you certainly don’t have to stick to one colour scheme. In fact, bright white throughout your home can leave it looking a little sterile and cold, so don’t be afraid to inject a splash of contrast here and there.

Feature walls, for example, can be utilised to great effect in a minimalist home so don’t shy away from blocking out colours or even a patterned feature wallpaper on a chimney breast.

Choose complementing furniture

When it comes to choosing furniture for a minimalist home, it’s important to keep in mind your quest for clean lines accented with a range of different textures.

For that reason, plump for wooden pieces (such as sideboards and bedframes) that can be dressed with textured throws, linens, houseplants, vases - even compliment by industrial looking light fixtures.

In the same way, either leather or fabric sofas work well in a minimalist home. You just need to choose what kind of vibe you’re going for. A white or cream leather sofa will look very modern, but the addition of a waffle-textured throw can warm it up, along with any other accents you desire. Similarly, a fabric sofa can look cosy and inviting, particularly when complemented with a rug on an exposed wooden floor.

Remember: less is more

The whole point of minimalist interiors is that less is more. So be discerning with your finishing touches, decorations and ornaments. That’s not to say you shouldn’t have any - it is your home after all and it should still reflect yours and your families personality.

But choosing finishing touches and soft furnishings that spark joy and highlight your chosen colour palette will create an effortless look that all at one honours the modern aesthetic and the natural world, which is exactly what you’re aiming for.

Is minimalism for you?

Well, there you have it. Our guide to minimalist interiors for 2020. If you would like to be inspired further, why not plan a trip to our showroom in Swadlincote, Derbyshire. We sell a wide range of branded furniture, lighting, soft furnishings and finishing touches all of which can be seen in situ at our superstore. Contact us today to find out more.