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Minimalist decor is a concept that practises aesthetic restraint, is simple, straightforward and only includes items which are absolutely essential for the home. The main aim of minimalist design is to achieve the best design solution through simplicity of forms and details, creating serenity and uncluttered beauty. Here are the strengths and shortcomings of this decor style to decide whether this style is right for you.

Pro: Efficient design

• A minimalist home decor is efficient because it includes functional furniture.
• The decor is based on the principle of less is more and form follows function so there is a lot of clarity in the design strategy.
• Pro: Looks spacious
• Minimalist homes contain less furniture, which results in a sense of openness and adequate circulation space around the home.
• The design gives a lot of importance to natural light, it offers views of the outdoors to create a palpable indoor–outdoor connect.
• Additionally, these homes are designed with as few walls as possible in order to impart a bright and airy look, and create the illusion of lots of space.

Pro: Soothing decor

• The use of a soothing colour scheme and neutral tones such as beige, white and grey create a calm and restful space.
• Bold colours and designs can be introduced in the accessories in a limited dose. In this example, a bold coloured rug forms an accent feature and makes the space stand out.

Pro: Easy to clean

• With large spans of open space and most of the storage items in closed storage, the decor results in a dust-free home.
• Since the furniture is designed in simple geometric shapes, it gathers less dust and is easier to clean.

Pro: Creates a clutter-free space

• Minimalist homes are clutter-free and well-organised, as everything is in its right place – and there is not much to start with.
• The use of limited furniture and accessories gives the home the space to breathe and it creates an aesthetically pleasing look.

Pro: Includes premium-quality furniture

• Who says that a minimalist home decor is cheap? It is the other way around because a minimalist home focuses on quality instead of quantity.
• Minimalist homes try to include good-quality furniture, fixtures, accessories and furnishings, as the decor focuses on a few objects of the home.

Con: Might look bland

• Many homeowners feel that a minimalist home decor imparts a cold and bland look.

Con: Need to let go

• In order to achieve a minimalist style, the homeowners have to master the art of letting go and only keep furniture which is necessary and select a few items which spark an element of joy.

Verdict:
Minimalism is a great style but it might not be practical for homeowners who find it challenging to get rid of possessions which have been collected over a period of time. Also, it is not suitable for homeowners who like to collect and display souvenirs from their travels or like to periodically add new items to the decor of their home.