Quality over quantity is the motto of new minimalism—here are some ideas on how to apply this concept of meaningful reduction to your bedroom
Through their 2018 book New Minimalism, professional decluttering and design duo Cary Telander Fortin and Kyle Louise Quilici paved the way for interior designers to help owners reassess their emotional relationship to things and turn their homes into beautiful spaces that are neat but not austere. Moving away from the threadbare aesthetics and neutral palette of minimalism, this philosophy isn’t so much about streamlining as it is about making room for the things that really matter.
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“New minimalism is more of a concept than a design style,” says Terence Neo, design director at Eightytwo. “It’s not just about keeping clutter to a minimum; it’s also about incorporating useful, sustainable and meaningful objects into your home.” When applying this concept to your bedroom, Neo suggests choosing furniture that’s durable and functional, integrating built-in cabinetry, and bringing in as much natural light as possible.
Here, we share expert advice on how to incorporate this philosophy into your interior scheme.