The minimalist versus maximalist debate in interior design is an age-old one. Some designers prefer to create spaces that are clean and functional, with sparse decoration and a simple, neutral palette. Others want it all – décor, color, texture, and more – and they want it now. But which style is better?
That’s a tricky question, since minimalism and maximalism can both be perfect for different people – or even the same person at different points in their life. To help you decide which décor style is right for you, we’ll walk you through the principles of both and show you how our talented designers can work with minimalists, maximalists, and everyone who falls in between.
The Basics of Minimalism
Minimalist interior design is all about clean lines and neutral color palettes. Its guiding principle is that less clutter makes for a better life. The style is inspired by the Japanese value of living as simply as possible and was first developed during the 1920s by German architect Mies Van Der Rohe, to whom the phrase “less is more” was first attributed.
The Extravagance of Maximalism
The basic premise of maximalism is that “more is more.” It’s all about flamboyance and expression. Maximalists like to make use of every single square inch of space in their homes and commercial properties. And many of them prefer bright colors and lots of them.
While maximalism has been getting extra press recently, this movement is far from a recent invention. Examples of it crop up in different eras throughout history, like the Baroque style that dominated 17th-century Europe. Aristocrats and royalty liked to show their riches off with gilt ceilings, hand-painted murals, and ostentatiously carved furniture. These days, maximalism is more about showing off your personal style preferences and your love of celebration than your wealth, but the style’s exuberance remains.
While minimalism and maximalism have waxed and waned in popularity throughout the years, both styles have their devotees to this day. No matter which you prefer, Davis & Reed Homes can help you build your home to match that style! We serve Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas City, Missouri.
How We Can Assist Minimalists
One of the major reasons minimalists prefer the style is the versatility it allows with space. Open spaces with fewer things in them are far easier to tweak and modernize should you need to accommodate visitors or changing family needs. To help you embrace the minimalist way of life, Davis & Reed Homes can construct a custom storage closet for items that currently aren’t being used. We can also help you safely knock down walls and combine rooms to create wide-open multipurpose spaces. And of course, we can help you choose the perfect no-frills finishes and fixtures to complete the look. Just let us know what your wishes are, and we’ll get right to designing and constructing the perfect setup!
How We Can Help Maximalists
If you want to express your maximalist style through bright, bold colors, we can help you paint a space to match your vision. We’ll take care of mixing, protecting, cleanup, and every other stage of the process – you won’t have to worry about a thing!
Does your vision of maximalism involve using every portion of the walls in your home to display photos, mirrors, and keepsakes? Of course, you’ll want to be sure the walls can support the weight of all those things. Our team of design experts would be happy to make sure of that for you. If you’d like, we can even help you hang everything so it’s perfectly level! And if you’re looking for innovative built-in displays to show off your knick-knacks and unique items from your travels, Davis & Reed Homes can design and construct custom cabinetry to protect and store your treasures.
What If I Like Both?
Being able to appreciate both minimalism and maximalism is perfectly fine. In fact, you’re in good company, as most people have both minimalist and maximalist tendencies. If you prefer a spacious, uncluttered kitchen for practical purposes but want to design a bedroom with a maximalist punch, we can still help you!
The Full-Service Home Building Team Minimalists & Maximalists Can Agree On: Davis & Reed Homes
Whether you’re a minimalist, a maximalist, or somewhere in between, we’re always more than happy to sit down with you and discuss your design and style preferences in detail. Not sure what you’re looking for? We’re here to give advice and recommendations if you need them. We work directly with residential clients to meet their design-build needs, providing services such as custom home builds, semi-custom homes, barndominiums, and tiny homes.
Whether you’re trying to keep your spaces clean and multifunctional or you prefer busy but perfectly organized rooms, Davis & Reed Homes is the home-build company to choose. We use only the finest brands, such as LP, Schrock, CK Steel and Cambria, to provide durable, long-lasting results. We get to know each of our customers personally so we can deliver the absolute best results. Licensed and certified, we carry ourselves with professionalism no matter what the project involves. Best of all, our team can handle the electrical work, the plumbing work, and every other aspect of any project, so you’ll only have one point of contact. And if you need help financing, don’t worry. We have plenty of options available.
Contact us today by phone or by filling out the form provided on our website and tell us whether you’re going for more of a minimalist or maximalist look for your property. We look forward to serving you!