Architekt radí, jak na minimalismus. Praktické rady a nápady

The architect advises on minimalism. Practical advice and ideas

Purity of style and simplicity are the domains of many contemporary interiors that we admire so much. That's why we've focused on minimalism in the next part of our series on living styles. Getting a grip on it is not easy.

IT'S NOT JUST WHITE WALLS

Space, furniture and lighting play an equally important role in minimalist design. This design is bold rather than boring, as it might seem at first glance. It is functional and memorable. Minimalist design has never been inspired by strictness or austerity; instead, it is considered a luxurious and elegant style. It is simple in form and function, as it avoids unnecessary accessories and decorations. Less is more. This is doubly true with minimalist interiors, even though it may sound like a cliché to you. Such an apartment is characterised by a predominantly monochromatic colour palette, a limited number of furniture and accessories and a certain "tidiness".

However, arranging such an interior is not as easy as it might seem at first glance.

It's not just about putting a few pieces of furniture against white walls. This could make the interior feel more like a cold "holodeck" than a place you'd love to come back to and spend time in. The beauty of this design is in the details.

Architects from Tempus design will guide us through the minimalist interior and advise us on how to furnish it. "Be sure to concentrate on colours in neutral tones, if you want to change an existing home, only choose furniture that you really use, the rest can go. Minimalism is definitely all about functionality and airy space," advises architect Monika Drbalová.

TIPS FOR MINIMALIST INTERIOR DESIGN:

Choosing furniture with clean lines and simple shapes, such as a plain square coffee table or an uncomplicated lamp, will keep your apartment tidy.
Respect the rule of three colours and choose them in muted tones.
The lighting is really not spared in this case. Use large floor lamps and the type of lights that don't take away from the space.
Make use of multifunctional furniture, for example a folding table with drawers, etc.
As the name suggests, less is more. Keep things tidy, ideally behind the 'doors' of the cupboards.
As for accessories, we recommend choosing one large format painting or other larger accent. Choose carpets in muted colours, and the same goes for decorative cushions. A few such pieces will brighten up the interior so it doesn't feel like a hotel room.
Make sure you choose the right materials - wood, glass, metal, leather, these are the ones. All of the best quality, after all, you are only choosing "a few" pieces of furniture.