Our homes are the places where we find peace and serenity, to take a deep breath and escape from the hectic and stressful life. Therefore, we should not underestimate the importance of our homes as places of relaxation.
A minimalist approach offers a great opportunity to rid yourself and your surroundings of excess. Let us introduce you to the simple and spacious world of minimalism that will help you create that space!
What can you expect in this context?
1. what is minimalism and why should we be minimalists?
3. do not neglect sustainability
4. choose natural and neutral colors
5. do not ignore complementary decorations
Before we begin: What is minimalism and why should we be minimalists?
Minimalism is based on the philosophy of "less is more" as you can see in the title.
Minimalism, which we first discovered in works of art, over time began to enter every corner of our lives. This way of thinking focuses on simplicity and functionality, like decorating living spaces with as few items as possible. By ridding ourselves of the superfluous in our possessions and in our thoughts, we can clearly see what we really have. Focusing only on the important and necessary aspects of life allows us to discover new experiences and enhance what we already have.
But minimalism doesn't mean settling for less. It says that we should take only what we need and not look for more.
Where should minimalism start?
Think about all the resolutions you made in the New Year: Start exercising, eat healthier, cut down on cell phone use, read more books.... Sounds familiar, doesn't it? Unfortunately, it's very difficult to completely change our habits from one moment to the next. And if you can't implement any of them (which is quite normal!), it can be demotivating.
For this reason, you should give yourself time to implement your decisions and proceed gradually. You can experience the peace and simplicity of minimalism with this mindset, which you can apply not only to your home organization, but to your entire life.
If you want Normod to accompany you on your minimalist journey, you can start there, request free fabric samples request or real user reviews (almost all with photos!).
2. decide on your needs
Let's get started! The first step is to organize your possessions and part with things you don't need. You can donate items that are in good condition and still usable or sell them at thrift stores. Cleaning out can also be a fun way to relieve stress.
Look around your living space and consider which of your possessions you use often and which you haven't touched in a long time. These questions can help you decide what you really need and what you don't. You can also identify items that need to be renewed while moving away from things you don't need.
When organizing your possessions, you should also think about what benefits you can get from this measure. What are the benefits of keeping a particular item? What are you aiming for at the end of this process?
Notice. While you strive for a simpler life, remember that you also need the things you love.
3. do not neglect sustainability
Excessive and rapid consumption wears us down, even though we may not realize it.
It is extremely important to have products in your life that can stay in shape and with you for years. Fragile and short-lived products will not only cause financial difficulties, but will also be constant problems that you have to deal with. For this reason, you should choose your products by paying attention to the quality of the materials and their suitability for your lifestyle. Besides contributing to nature, sustainability can shape and adapt to your life over time.
Normod's modular system is a good example of sustainability! If you need a new decoration or move, Normod easily adapts to you. You can add or remove new modules, create new sofas with additional armrests and change the design.
4. choose natural and neutral colors
A minimalist approach creates rooms with a simple look, so your color choices should be in harmony. You can create a calming effect with bright and natural colors. A tone-on-tone approach allows you to create a minimalist color palette. You can complement these colors with materials like light shades of wood, finely crafted metals and glass.
When it comes to creating a minimal and relaxing space, this is one of the first images that comes to mind! Klem Sofa 3 seater and Klem Armchair, which we prefer in velvet - ecru, provides both the needed seating area in your room and a spacious feeling.
However, we're not just talking about white and gray here: Light tones accurately reflect minimalism, but our color choices don't end there! Our goal is to create a simple and harmonious space. That's why you can also add pastel shades and soft colors to your room, opting for light shades of green and blue.
You can also make your walls an eye-catching part of the minimalist living style. We have created a combination of the Klem Sofa with couch 280 x 171 and the Modsy accent chair and achieved a harmonious look by using a wall color in a darker tone than the sofas.
5. do not ignore complementary decorations
Minimalism does not mean a completely empty space.
You can adopt a minimalist approach by updating your decor and choosing more functional products. For example, instead of excessive lighting in your room, you can choose thinner curtains to let the sunlight in. The important point here is to achieve more results with fewer elements.
Do not forget to add something of yourself! A minimalist lifestyle does not mean creating a completely empty space. You should always keep your preferences in your living space and stick to what makes you happy.
6. relax your mind
Stress relieving activities to clear your mind will help you transition to a minimalist life. You should remember that the most important thing in your life is yourself and your thoughts. Since your mind is made up of thoughts that are constantly with you, you should organize them in such a way that they relax you.
In the spacious room you have created, 10 minutes will be enough for yourself before bedtime! During this time you can do exercises to relax, read a book or listen to your favorite songs.
If you are looking for a comfortable place to lie down while doing these activities, our Klem corner sofa 210 x 290 with Klem Ottoman an ideal option! With 35 DNS foam in the cushions you can enjoy your comfort! You are also in good hands with our beech plywood frame with 5-year warranty.
You have already started your journey to minimalism by reading this article! If you want to give your space a fresh vibe but don't know where to start, we're ready to help! You can contact us for all your questions contact, come to come to our showroom and get to know Normod products with our sales team!
