Minimalist apartment design is definitely all in for 2021. If you’ve ever had to move then, you know how much of a pain it is to pack your furniture and trinkets. Minimalist designs allow for less clutter all around and better organization. These design elements are also ideal if you’re trying to save yourself from buying extra furniture. Why not go for the minimalist design to save money on “stuff”?
Apartments are usually limited on space. By taking away big bulky furniture and crazy patterns, you’re opening up the space. Simple tricks like adding a large mirror can make a room feel that much bigger. Try small patterns and simpler color schemes for a minimalist apartment.
Nothing you decorate with needs to be expensive, either! A lot of home decor can be purchased at an affordable price from Etsy and Amazon.
Minimalist Apartment Ideas:
1. Bright Whites
When designing a small space, bright whites and light colors are the way to go. They make your apartment appear larger and less busy overall. Darker colors will shrink the space in an instant. Stay away from crazy busy patterns, as they will make a room feel smaller instantly.
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2. Natural Light
Take advantage of where the windows are positioned in your house. Try to keep your big furniture on the opposite wall. This will allow the sun to shine in on you and brighten up the whole space. Natural light is also good for mental health folks! If you’re apartment hunting, make sure finding a place with natural light is at the top of your must-have list!
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3. Earth Tones
Ground yourself in an earth-toned home. These tones bring out feelings of warmth and calmness. Earth tones are also light and natural-looking, so your home won’t feel crowded or overwhelming. Earth-tones can create a minimalist apartment within a bohemian theme. Don’t be afraid to mix and match design elements to create a space you love.
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4. Platform Bed Frame
The geometry of a platform bed frame is sleek and modern. Adding geometric shapes like these gives your place an immaculate and minimalist design feel. Minimalism is all about shapes and dimensions. With what limited furniture you do have, hard geometric shapes can really add a unique element to your home.
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5. Low Sitting Couch
Adding a low-sitting, geometric couch makes your home look minimalist. The less bulky your furniture is, the cleaner and more minimal the look will be. Pick out a couch with a very neutral tone. The key to being minimalist is to create a seamless flow from piece to piece.
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6. Hidden Storage
The biggest key to having a minimalist design is to hide your clutter. Clutter is the last thing you want to be in your minimally designed place. You don’t want to see your storage either, so find places to keep it hidden, such as under the bed.
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7. Wall Art
Home minimalism doesn’t have to mean stark white walls. Hang some artwork around your place. I like to go for large geometric pieces with blocks of colors. You can add pops of color to a minimalist home, but you should be careful about how you do so. Make sure your colors match the flow of the rest of the house. Here is some great boho wall decor to go in your minimalist space.
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8. Pop of Color
When going for a minimalist design, don’t be afraid to add pops of color. Stay on the brighter side. With your minimal furniture and already bright space, you will be able to pull off bright funky colors. Don’t be afraid to make it kind of weird.
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9. Modernize It
Minimalist designs typically go hand in hand with modern designs. The clean-cut appearance, along with the stark geometry, brings a minimal feel to the space. Modern designs are typically sleek, and pieces flow from one to another, giving the space a minimalist feeling.
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10. Textures
Prevent your apartment from looking bare and boring by adding textures—workaround existing textures such as molding, fireplaces, etc. You can add a textured wood sofa table or textured rugs. Throw in a blanket or large pillows to add texture to the living room in your minimalist apartment.
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11. Plants
Add plants to your minimalist home to brighten the space and literally add life to it. Plants are a clean-looking way to add to the space without overcrowding it. Plants are a very natural way to add a pop of color to a minimalist space.
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12. Consistency
When going for a minimalist design, make sure you stay consistent. If you are doing all whites and creams, then do only that. Adding different themes and styles will crowd and clutter the space, making it confusing. Remember, this is for a minimalist apartment, not an eclectic one!
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13. Monochrome Minimal
Sticking to only blacks and whites will give you a monochrome minimalist design home. This style is definitely much more modern and clean-looking. It’s not for everyone, but your house will look very sophisticated if you design it well!
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14. Abstract Art
If you’re looking to add that pop of color to the space, but maybe don’t want to buy a crazy colored couch, try abstract art. It’s super easy to find abstract, colorful, and minimal art pieces to hang in your home.
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15. Focal Points
If you’re lucky enough to have a fireplace in your home, bring attention to it. Make use of those focal points that bring some character into your home. You don’t need to clutter the mantle, but include a few simple pieces to bring attention to it.
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16. Hidden TV
A great way to make your space appear more minimal is to hide the TV. TVs can have cables and wires sticking out making the area appear more cluttered. By hiding your TV you can easily clean up the space. Plus, it might be good for you to hide the TV from yourself!
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17. Floor Cushions
Do away with tons of big bulky furniture. If you’re someone who moves frequently, or simply doesn’t want to buy a ton of furniture, try floor cushions. These not only take away bulk and clutter, but can be a more intimate way to spend time with guests and friends.
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18. Patterns
If you’re not a huge fan of all stark white walls, think about adding an accent wall with a pattern. A simple pattern will keep with the minimalist design, but add some contrast to the space. Try picking out neutral colors, so it doesn’t become overwhelming.
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19. Mirrors
The easiest way to make the illusion of a larger space is to add a mirror to it. Mirrors keep with the sleek minimalist design while adding “space” to the home. Try experimenting with different shaped mirrors such as arched or oblong. This will create a sense of uniqueness in your home design.
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20. Theme
However you decide to style your minimalist design space, pick a theme. Either do all monochrome minimal, earth-tone minimal, boho minimal, etc. This goes hand in hand with consistency. When you mix and match, you can turn the place into a more eclectic apartment rather than minimalist.
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21. Floating Shelves
Floating shelves eliminate all the extra bulkiness that comes with regular shelves. They create a spotless look while adding a rustic element. Be careful about what you put on them, though! They can easily become cluttered!
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22. Blanket Ladder
Blanket ladders help to eliminate the messy blanket basket that can be found in the living room. Hey, there’s nothing wrong with having a blanket basket, but it’s not the most minimalistic. A blanket ladder is a cute way to take up wall space while organizing your things.
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23. Pastels
If you want to add color to your apartment, go with light pastels. These colors are very calming and won’t clutter or overtake the room. Light pastel pinks and millennial pink are some of my favorite colors! Don’t be afraid to make it feel feminine.
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24. Neutral Tone Rug
Throw down a neutral-tone rug to pull the room together. Pick out something light in color like beige or taupe. I really love those beigy, woven rugs! A large sweeping rug will make the room feel open and large while also pulling everything together.
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25. End of Bed Bench
Add a simple bench at the end of your bed to add a little extra oomph and sitting room. This won’t look overbearing if you pick a neutral color or match it to your bed set. Throw a textured blanket over it to create a “messier” minimalist look.
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26. All Beige
Try all beige to lighten up your home and add to the minimalist theme. All beige really opens things up and is a very easy theme to accomplish.
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27. Beachy Minimal
If you live somewhere coastal or want to feel like you do, go for a beachy minimalist theme. The surfboard, in this example, is a great way to add a little bit of color. The pendant light is a brilliant way to save space, too! Sometimes a big chandelier can be a little too flashy for a minimalist apartment.
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28. Metallics
Adding metallic accents is a sure way to add something different to your home. Metallics bring in a pop of color and are eye-catching while also being sleek and modern. Try fun colors and complimenting them with metallic accents.
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29. Geometry
Play with shapes and funky-looking furniture. Geometric shapes add flair to your home. Minimalist apartments don’t need to be boring! They should be unique!
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30. Rustic Minimalist
Rustic doesn’t need to mean mom farmhouse decor. We all know how cheesy “live laugh love” signs are! If you like the organic, raw, distressed wood, consider trying out a rustic minimalist theme. Rustic design naturally has very neutral colors, making it a perfect design theme to take inspiration from.
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31. Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century modern is full of sleep-looking shapes and styles. The low-profile furniture is perfect for a minimalist home. Mid-century modern definitely looks like modern-day modern! If that makes sense! This design style is definitely coming back into style, and we are all about it.
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