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Is Minimalist Home Design A Trend Or A Lifestyle?

5/25/2018

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Is Minimalist Home Design A Trend Or A Lifestyle?
The Minimalists are a pair of young guys who have made it their mission to spread the good news of minimalism. It’s a lifestyle that encourages people to live with less as a way to find the freedom to live the life you love. It’s a movement that has gained in popularity and while it isn't for everyone, there are some advantages to trying it.
But minimalism isn’t just a movement, it’s also a very popular home design aesthetic. Here are a few tips for achieving it:

Memories Are More Valuable Than Things
Often we collect items that we got on that last trip to Europe or from our first date with our spouse and it can be hard to discern whether we love an item or are just inclined to keep in because it reminds us of the happy time in our lives. It’s important to say that there is no intrinsic value to keeping or giving away these items, but there is value to creating a home life that is calm and comfortable for your family. If the remnants of your past life don’t fit into your new home design, remember that no item can represent (and the loss of no item can delete) the wonderful memories you made.

If You Don't Love It Or Use It, You Don’t Need It
Is your closet bursting because you have kept all the clothing you’ve ever owned? Does every member of your family pass on their used household items because they know you’ll take them? If so, you’re a collector. Again, collecting is fine so long as your collection doesn’t take over your life. Stop for a moment and ask yourself, “Do I love this? Do I use this?” If the answer to these things is no, it may be time to say goodbye.

Bigger Is Not Always Better
In the luxury custom home building world, there is often a misconception that bigger is always better. Frankly, that just isn't true. If you’re a retired couple with grown adult children, you probably don’t need a 6 bedroom house. Each bedroom is another space screaming to be filled with more things you don’t need. As you contemplate your minimalist home design, think about the way you intend to use the space and build a home that fits your life. The ultimate luxury home design focuses on providing you things that enhance your luxury lifestyle, turn those catch-all bedrooms into a unique room you've always wanted.

Stay Organized So You Can See What You Have
Whether you have too much stuff, or just enough, you simply need to get organized. When your house is in a state of disorganization, you tend to forget what you have and buy things you don’t need. Then by the time spring cleaning comes along you realize you have 2 label makers, 8 boxes of pens, and enough dog treats to last a lifetime. As the saying goes, “a place for everything, and everything in its place.” Find a place for all your belongings and bring peace to your home.

Do you want to include a minimalist home design into your new custom build? If so, contact us today. Our team of builders is experienced in designing a home to fit your needs and we’d love to collaborate with you.
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