Minimalist design is clean, calm, and purposeful.

Use these tips to decorate in the simplistic style without sacrificing personality.

Learn more about its key characteristics and discover tricks to achieving a clean, minimalist look without sacrificing personality.

Light wood minimalist kitchen

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Minimalism creates a tranquil atmosphere in living rooms or bedrooms and gives kitchens andbathrooms a clean, modern look.

This minimalist design style stems from and takes inspiration from the art movement of the same name.

On furniture and accessories, clean lines and simple shapes help maintain a streamlined look.

minimalist living room with gray sofa and wood floors

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Amy Pigliacampo

Minimalist color schemes often startwith a neutral foundation, but they’re not limited toshades of white.

Neutrals including gray, taupe, black, and wood tones are commonly used in minimalist designs.

bedroom with gray headboard green curtains

Credit:Amy Pigliacampo

arched doorway white bedroom

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