Less-is-more doesn’t apply to these stunning rooms.
Not everyone canlive as a minimalist does, with pared-down walls, sleek furnishings, and uncluttered bookshelves.
These design ideas prove that less may be good, but more can be a whole lot better.
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Unique Design Style
Maximalist decor is all aboutshowing off your personality and decorating with what you love.
Feel free to mix styles, eras, colors, and patterns to create your own unique mix.
Breaking traditional design “rules” is part of what makes maximalism fun.
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The artwork ties the vibrant hues together.
A patterned area rug and sofa piled with pillows break up the blue with additional colors and textures.
Vintage furniture and framed artwork contribute to the eclectic yetmonochromatic mix.
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A simple pale blue sofa provides a spot for the eye to rest in an otherwise busy room.
Colorful Living Room
Peacockblue paint launches the color schemefor this maximalist living room.
Lime and coral are warm complements, while gold accents provide shine.
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White adds crispness to the color scheme on the ceiling, in matching ottomans, and through several patterns.
Maximalist Living Room
Layers of colors and textures are key to maximalist decor.
Plum armchairs and a dark teal sofa capture colors plucked straight from the compositions.
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A throw orpillow is placed atop furnitureat every turn for an additional splash of interest.
Even rugs can be layered!
By repeating various elements, you ensure that your design choices appear purposeful.
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Maximalist Paint Colors
Bold paint colors can easily add maximalist style to a room.
Here, pink walls and abrilliant red ceilingdeliver a striking impact.
Graphic blue-and-white patterns andgold accentsadd another layer of interest.
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Fun shapes, intriguing animal prints, and multiple textures that play with light distinguish this style.
Just a few square feet of color make thistiny bathroomextra special.
A black desk, white chair, and zebra rug are graphic counterpoints that complement rather than compete.
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Here,chocolaty brown wallsanchor a maximalist bedroombursting with orange, yellow, blue, and green.
Maximalist Bathroom Wallpaper
Opt for fun, outside-the-box choices in amaximalist bathroom, like this ostrich wallpaper.
The classic black-and-white color combo makes it especially livable.
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As the finishing touch, a few gold accents act like jewelry for thepowder room.
Orange Maximalist Decor
Unexpected and exciting,orange is a go-to accent colorfor maximalist decor.
Here, dark gray allows a cluster of white-framed posters to pop off the walls.
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It also mingles with almost any accent color, fromchalky pastelsto saturated jewel tones.
Maximalist Pattern Combinations
Three daring patterns create a bold statement in thisbreakfast nook.
White and gray, two versatile neutrals, repeat in all three prints, tying them together.
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Glamorous Maximalist Decor
This loft-style spacedelicately balances glam andindustrial aesthetics.
Exposed brick, chrome chairs, and gold accents create a stylish foundation for layering bold patterns and colors.
The walls are simple and neutral to let the other elements shine.
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Maximalist Artwork
Shelves lined with framed artworkcan add maximalist style to a small nook.
Combining family photos, kids' drawings, and professional paintings or prints creates an upbeat, energizing display.
Nature-Inspired Maximalism
This sophisticated teenage bedroom showcases earthy and brightleaf-green.
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Decorating Styles You Should Know
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