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Maximalism has been hailed as the excessive and opulent antithesis to minimalism. Where minimalism embraces cool neutrals, clean lines and limited clutter, maximalism calls for bold patterns, bright hues and mismatching furniture. It\u2019s hard to see how these two concepts could ever work together. However, as a self-confessed clutter-loathing minimalist I believe it\u2019s entirely possible to enjoy the best of both worlds. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n
Swap Neutrals for Jewel Tones<\/strong><\/p>\n Neutral colours are often considered the building blocks of minimalism but if, like me, you have a penchant for vivid colour, that doesn\u2019t have to be case. In fact, bright colour can add visual interest to a room with limited furniture and pared-back accessories. Rich jewel tones like emerald green and inky blue, for example, create a deeply inviting and atmospheric space. Choose two or three colours to repeat throughout the space and anchor with a neutral such as white or grey.<\/p>\n Add Warmth with Texture<\/strong><\/p>\n Maximalism is all about layers. Layers of texture, colour, furniture and accessories. When you peel away one layer of stuff, <\/em>there\u2019s another, and another, and so on…<\/p>\n This is no bad thing. Layering creates warm, intriguing spaces. And you can layer without resorting to hoarding. I recommend layering with textiles \u2013 that way it\u2019s very easy to remove something if the space becomes too busy. Pile cushions and throws on sofas, have two rugs instead of just one and layer sheer voiles under your curtains. To keep things from becoming too complicated, choose neutral colours and natural materials. And avoid too much pattern.<\/p>\n Decorate Just One Wall<\/strong><\/p>\n One wall, decorated floor to ceiling with whatever you want; art, books, accessories, a huge wall mural, wild wallpaper or just a really big, ornate mirror. Keep the rest of the room sparse. Choose modern furniture with clean lines, a very simple colour palette and lots of natural light. Containing the drama to one area will appease your minimalist side, whilst creating a surprising and striking visual treat for you and your guests. The best of both worlds indeed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Image: Clair Strong Interior Design Maximalism has been hailed as the excessive and opulent antithesis to minimalism. Where minimalism embraces cool neutrals, clean lines and limited clutter, maximalism calls for bold patterns, bright hues and mismatching furniture. It\u2019s hard to see how these two concepts could ever work together. However, as a self-confessed clutter-loathing minimalist…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2526,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1877","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-interior-design-trends"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t