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Minimal style with maximum comfort

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Minimalism is getting maximum attention these days, since this style of design no longer needs to have hard edges or be uncomforta­ble. The new approach celebrates nature and serenity without sacrificin­g warmth and comfort. Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour marketing expert, shares her three tips on how to create a warm and inviting minimalist space in your home.

Build on your base colours: Like all good design, minimalism starts with the basics. The first step to beautiful design is selecting your colour palette of two to three colours that you will use throughout your space. Warm neutrals like creams, beiges and greys will help create a timeless and subtle starting point that lets your décor shine.

Add natural textures. The key to an inviting design is thoughtful­ly adding texture and layers. Natural materials and textures have a calming effect and add softness to minimal spaces. Complement your neutral base colours with woven rugs, wooden chairs, rattan furniture and plants to add depth and visual interest and create an inviting and serene look. Group accessorie­s in neutral shades together – think antique whites, sunbleache­d beiges and stormy greys to create a harmonious look that is easy on the eyes.

Do it yourself: Consistenc­y of colours, textures and tones are essential when creating a warm and inviting minimal space. One way to achieve a consistent look is to paint wooden furniture and cabinets to create a unified and complement­ary set of tones throughout your home. “Painting wooden furniture and cabinets is an approachab­le do-it-yourself project. There are two key elements to properly painting furniture: first, smooth out any uneven textures using sandpaper. Second, make sure you use a high-quality paint designed to minimize brushstrok­es.

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