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8 Ways to Embrace Minimalist Interior Design at Home

Julian Porcino

Maybe you've long had visions of coming home from a busy day of work and relaxing in your minimalist home, but just don't know where to begin when it comes to achieving this goal. Perhaps you feel like it's simply too late to become a minimalist—after all, what will you do with all of your stuff?

Well, think again: designers prove that it is more than possible to slowly but surely embrace a minimalist design aesthetic, and lucky for us, provided eight actionable steps to incorporate a bit of simplicity into their homes.

Keep the following tried and true design tactics in mind, and you'll most definitely be able to live more like a minimalist. Cut the excess for good.

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Mary Patton

Minimalist homes certainly aren't packed with furniture, and pieces that do make the cut will therefore need to be ultra-utilitarian.

"Furniture pieces that have hidden storage and are multi-purpose are the key to a minimalist home," designer Lindye Galloway explains. "These types of pieces allow for less bulk to be in the space and properly hide any additional items or clutter."

Ottomans with lidded storage make for excellent seating options when guests stop by while also serving as side tables or footrests. Meanwhile, items such as throw blankets can easily be tossed inside for safekeeping. Galloway also appreciates console tables that can easily turn into desks.

Designer Joshua Smith is also a proponent of such furniture pieces. "Leaving negative space for the eyes to rest means the mind can rest as well," he says. "These are pieces such as baskets or wicker chests with lids, which add a touch of texture while concealing the clutter."

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Plants are more than welcome in minimalist spaces, so if you can't live without your green friends, don't worry—they will shine in your new, pared-down home.

"Plants are an easy way to accessorize a room without adding more décor or furniture that could take away from the minimalist impact," Galloway notes.

Smith expresses similar views. "Natural elements are always a must in my more minimalist designs that may involve natural woods or large crystals," he says. "They add beauty while raising the vibe of the space."

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Bespoke Only

Cutting the clutter is, of course, an essential step for those looking to embrace minimalist interior design. "It's time to let go of things you no longer need or want," Smith states.

This pertains to more than just home décor. Stay mindful about parting with clothing items, beauty supplies, and kitchenware that is simply taking up space. "For inspiration, take a look in your closet: if you have not worn something in a year, you probably won't wear it again," Smith says. "It's okay to start slow when letting go."

Plus, saying goodbye to excess belongings can result in major feelings of accomplishment. As Smith says, "Notice how you feel with the creation of more space and the good feeling you get from dropping items off at a donation site. " Doing good for others really does pay off.

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True Home

It's astonishing how much one person can acquire in a short span of time. The empty kitchen drawers, bedroom closet, and bathroom cupboards from when you first moved in are somehow full of nonessentials and unused products collecting dust. Even when you can't see it, this "stuff" is cluttering your headspace and taking up valuable room in your home–there is no better time to clear out that junk drawer.

You've likely heard your friends who are small space dwellers praise the "one in, one out" rule, and it's a key lesson to live by if you seek a more minimalist home. For example, every time you bring home a new pair of shoes, an older one has to be added to the donation pile (or tossed if it's truly seen better days).

"This can help create balance in the space and avoid things suddenly feeling cramped over time," Smith says. "Always leave space for everything to breathe energetically."

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On a related note, there's no need to display accent pieces just for the heck of it, and our designers agree—Smith advises that you shouldn't be afraid of empty walls. There are other ways to incorporate accent pieces into your home that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional.

"Trays on coffee tables or dressers add a decorative element and a splash of style while also corralling the items we need in daily life," Smith shares. Galloway agrees. "Less is more, and be thoughtful when curating," she notes.

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Julian Porcino

"In all spaces—and especially minimalist spaces—light is everything," Smith says. "Let the light shine in! From natural light to ambient softer light, you can create various moods with your lighting plan."

Don't plan to rely solely on overhead fixtures in your space; make sure to stock up on table lamps and task lamps as well. Keep drapery nice and airy; a minimalist home is not the place for ultra-thick, ornate, or bold colored curtains.

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When selecting pieces for a minimalist design, Galloway finds herself prioritizing simple shapes and neutral monochromatic colors. "Both are visually pleasing without being too busy, but add great interest and warmth into a space," she notes.

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Last but not least, remember that like all design projects, no minimalist space is going to come together immediately. "Creating a minimalist home doesn't have to be achieved overnight," Smith says. "Think of it as more of a process."

Working your way through each of the above steps one by one will most definitely pay off in the long run.

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Pared-down spaces that would make Marie Kondo proud.

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Trevor Tondro

Any top interior designer would confirm that practicing restraint can be a challenge. A smart selection of comfortable, understated furnishings, well-curated artwork, and simple decorative objects is key to a standout design scheme, but it's just as important to avoid a cluttered look. Curious about how to pull off a minimalist space? Click through these 30+ minimalist living rooms that get it right.

Douglas Friedman

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Bold Minimalism

For a Miami Beach escape, designer Lee F. Mindel settled on a seamless blend of modern touches and pop sensibilities—the perfect mix for a couple and their four children. The living room is outfitted with custom sofas in a Bergamo fabric, Marc Newson tables from Cappellini, and a 1980s side table by Vistosi. Mindel enhanced the design scheme with the eye-catching Face à Face bench by Pierre Paulin through Ralph Pucci, and a custom rug by V’Soske. The bookshelf, which is also custom, features a collection of vases and ceramics from Luminaire and Jalan Jalan.

Joshua McHugh

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City Living

This Alyssa Kapito-designed living room in a SoHo duplex adheres to a warm neutral palette. The space, which is owned by a family of six with young kids, features a comfortable love seat by Elias Svedberg from Galerie Half. Kapito also furnished the living room with a daybed by Pierre Chapo, a sofa by Dmitriy & Co., and a cocktail table by Jean Royère from Gallery BAC. The J.T. Kalmar floor lamp is from 1stdibs, and the rug is from F.J. Hakimian.

David Benjamin Sherry

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Hamptons Style

A mix of whites fill the living room in a cozy East Hampton home designed by architect Javier Robles. The homeowners—avid contemporary art collectors—enhanced the space with a piece by Egan Frantz. A sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, vintage chairs by Joe Colombo, and Roger Herman ceramic vases atop a custom Marmoreal cocktail table by Max Lamb complete the look.

Trevor Tondro

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Pared-Down Look

Interior designer Kathryn Ireland adopted a less-is-more approach for a Los Angeles property with picturesque views out out over the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Monica Mountains. In the minimalist living room, the sofas, cocktail table, and tie-dyed pillows are by Ireland for the Perfect Room. The 1950s armchairs are from Obsolete, the circa-1940 Swedish floor lamp is from Galerie Half, the curtains are of an Otis Textiles fabric, and the ceramic artwork over the fireplace is by Bruno Gambone.

Robyn Lea

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French Riviera Escape

A luxurious French Riviera retreat benefits from minimal furnishings, which complement the breathtaking views. The pop art-inspired home features sofas, chairs, and tables by Pierre Paulin. The 1970s floor lamps are from Galerie Harter, and the mantel was designed by the home’s architects, Francine and Pascal Goujon.

Tim Waltman

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A Study in White

Equal parts modern and inviting, this downtown Manhattan penthouse by fashion designer Jeffrey Dodd is a lesson in minimalism. White walls serve as the perfect backdrop to the design scheme, which includes artwork (above the fireplace) by Alexis Dahan and an internally lit coffee table designed by Dodd and his husband, Jonathan Reed.

Simon Upton

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City Views

Richie Jackson and Jordan Roth's apartment in Manhattan has a living room with a 1940s club chair by Jean-Michel Frank and a 1970s Maison Jansen circular banquette upholstered in shearling and leather by Edelman. The artwork is by Julian Opie.

Richard Powers

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Ocean Gray

In a contemporary home in Palm Beach, the living area is situated around a rug that mimics the ripple pattern a stone makes when dropped in water.

Nathalie Krag

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Wood Varietals

In the living area of a New Zealand house the sofa is a custom design, and the fireplace by Masport Heating is set in a custom-made steel cabinet; the pendant light is by Secto Design and the walls are sheathed in black-stained western red cedar.

William Abranowicz

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Japanese Influence

In the living room of Vivia Horn’s Japanese-style retreat in Hunter, New York, the leather-and-plastic Italian sofas, cocktail table, and wool shag rug were purchased in the 1980s at Bloomingdale’s. The Japanese-style fire pit and tin range hood are custom, the floor lamp is from the '70s, the sisal carpet is by Stark, the ceiling beams are Douglas fir, and a series of color lithographs from Japan are displayed along the pine wainscoting.

Alyssa Rosenheck

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Grey, White, Wood

Architect Piet Boon and designer Jennifer Schmidt transformed a Washington, D.C. loft with a palette of gray, white, and wood in light tones. Textured accents, including gray velvet chairs, add interest to the open space.

Rikki Snyder

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White Meets Gray

A gray marble hearth flanked by cut-outs stacked with logs is the centerpiece for this white and gray masterpiece. Iron details anchor the otherwise airy room.

Simon Upton

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Yellow Details

In a French-inspired Chicago penthouse living room,vibrant mustard yellow curtains in an Oscar de la Renta fabric for Lee Jofa pop against walls painted in Benjamin Moore’s Cement Gray. The custom sofa is upholstered in a Kravet fabric with pillows in a Jim Thompson silk. The 1970s chairs are from Revival, and the vintage cocktail table is from Martin La Brocante. A Crate & Barrel console and vintage chandelier by Hans-Agne Jakobsson complete the look.

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Timeless Appeal

In this room designed by Peter Som for The Inside, the minimal wall art isn't noticeable thanks to a bold striped club chair and a patterned room divider.

Ricardo Labougle

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Exotic Concrete

In the living room of this Uruguayan retreat, the custom daybed is from Lucila Del Campo, a shop in the nearby resort town of La Barra. The curtains are of a natural linen, and the walls and floor are hand-poured concrete.

Marco Ricca

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City Scape

In a Tribeca loft, Contrasting textures in the sofa (Montauk sofa), the rug (Merida Studio), and the shearling chairs (Kelly Wearstler) created a layered feel, while the sleek cocktail table (Apparatus) modernized the area. The custom millwork, as seen throughout the home, is by Nancy Nienberg and Joel Dean.

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Charming Abode

Christian Harder

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Perfect Restraint

In a renovated spec house, the console is from Restoration Hardware, and the overhead light fixture is from Lambert & Fils. The custom limestone mantle was designed in house, and the low vintage coffee table was repainted. A speckled gray sofa from CB2 pairs well with vintage lounge chairs reupholstered in fabric from Holly Hunt.

Max Zambelli

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Cozy Minimalist Seating

A sitting area in the library of a minimalist Tuscan home overlooks the Maremma parkland; the Le Corbusier chairs are from Cassina, and the rug is by Golran.

Stephen Kent Johnson

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Rustic Minimalism

In a Montana mountain lodge, steel-framed windows lend a modern edge to the wood-paneled living room, which overlooks the Rocky Mountains. The custom sofas are in a Studio Four NYC fabric, the custom settee is covered in a Hodsoll McKenzie fabric, and the custom swivel chairs and 1930s English wing chair are in fabrics from ALT for Living. The walnut cocktail table is custom, and the 1950s Austrian J.T. Kalmar floor lamps are from Bloomberry. A custom hooked rug by the New England Collection has a pattern based on a topographical map of the home’s site.

Richard Powers

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Minimalist Art Collection

In an NYC apartment owned by art collectors, a pair of 1960s chairs from John Salibello is in a Manuel Canovas fabric, the custom sofas are covered in Holland & Sherry fabrics, and the Karl Springer cocktail table (foreground) is from Mantiques Modern; the 1960s stainless steel chairs and cube are by Maria Pergay, the table lamps are by Andrea Koeppel, and the curtains are of a Manuel Canovas silk-cotton blend; the artworks on the wall are by (from left) Richard Prince, Rudolf Stingel, George Condo, and Elizabeth Peyton.

Cyrill Matter

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Understated Minimalist Lounge

Joshua McHugh

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Coastal Minimalism

The den of a minimalist beach house on Long Island has a vintage alpaca rug, an ottoman covered in a Kyle Bunting hair-on-hide leather and a photograph by Darren Almond. The walls and ceiling are painted in Benjamin Moore's Super White.

William Abranowicz

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Indoor-Outdoor Living

A contemporary farmhouse in the middle of L.A. is a little bit country and a lot modern. Inside the indoor-outdoor living area, custom concrete sofas are topped with Brenda Antin pillows, the 1990 Mats Theselius chair is Swedish, the 1953 Bigfoot cocktail table is by Paul Frank, and the wall is clad in reclaimed farmhouse boards.

Simon Upton

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Dark Minimalist Design

The den of a sleek West Village apartment features a custom sofa based on a 1960s Harvey Probber design and is covered in a Ralph Lauren silk velvet. The 1970 French cocktail table is by Michel Boyer, the nesting tables are based on a Poul Kjaerholm design, and the artwork is by Marilyn Minter.

Max Zambelli

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Eclectic Minimalism

In the living room of Kate and Rem Reynolds’s townhouse in Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn, the sofa from ABC Carpet & Home is upholstered in a fabric by Soraya Shah for Studio Four NYC, the design showroom Kate Reynolds co-owns. The chaise is by Timothy Oulton, the cocktail table is Danish, the Akari pendant light is by Noguchi, tand he shades are of a Rebecca Atwood fabric. The Moroccan rug is vintage.

Joshua McHugh

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Beach House Minimalism

In the living room of Meredith Melling and Zach Iscol's retreat on Martha's Vineyard, which was designed by Ariel Ashe and Reinaldo Leandro of Ashe + Leandro, the sofa by Restoration Hardware is covered in a Perennials linen, the Hans Wegner chairs are upholstered in a Brochier fabric, and the walnut cocktail table and stool are custom; the rug is a vintage Tuareg, the ceiling beams are Douglas fir, and the room is painted in Benjamin Moore's Super White.

Richard Labougle

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Memorable Artwork

Simple decor paired with memorable artwork can only result in the chicest of rooms. In the living area of Kris Ghesquière and Eva Claessens’s house in southeastern Uruguay, which they built on the remains of an 1810 roadside general store, the yellow lamb sculptures are by William Sweetlove and the paintings and feather sculpture are by Claessens.

Richard Powers

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Outdoorsy Chic

In a treehouse-style Mexican home, the family room's sofa and ottoman are by Ligne Roset, the Saarinen side table is by Knoll, and the chairs are by Hans Wegner. The Arco lamp is by Flos, the pillows and rug are custom designs, and the tapestry was created from a traditional Bhutanese man's robe.

Trevor Tondro

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Mid-Century Modern Minimalism

Mid-century modern design is a stylish take on minimalism, as shown in this Palm Springs living room. There are vintage Barcelona chairs, back-to-back sofas by William Haines, an Arco lamp by Achille Castiglioni and a floor lamp by Dragonette. The wall is sheathed in Venetian plaster, the ceiling is cedar and the floors are poured-in place terrazzo.

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New Year's interior decoration in the style of "minimalism"

At the end of each year, it's time to wait for everyone's favorite holiday. A family celebration involves additional financial expenses for the choice of products for the festive table, for the purchase of gifts, souvenirs for relatives and friends. New Year's interior decor of a living space is important, and has several solutions.

Most people use bright garlands, tinsel, toys in large quantities to decorate their homes. Often, cluttering a space with shiny objects makes the room look too pretentious. A sense of proportion must be present in everything.

Features of minimalist decor

Minimalism in interior design will suit those who appreciate simplicity, convenience and a sense of style. It is also suitable for rooms with a small area, where it is difficult to place a large Christmas tree. The peculiarity of this decor is to decorate the room with a minimal set of New Year's attributes.

Variants of interior decoration in the style of minimalism

You can create a great mood for the New Year if you correctly arrange or hang a small number of toys, Christmas tree branches and tinsel.

How to decorate your home with a minimalist approach will help create a cozy New Year's atmosphere.

  1. Christmas tree without toys, tinsel and garlands. The coniferous tree itself is an ornament. You need to choose a lush, neat tree. It is recommended to focus on the Christmas tree stand. To do this, you can use a regular waste paper basket or a wicker basket. Gifts should be wrapped in paper of modest light colors, and decorative rope or twine should be used as bows.

  1. Silver or white Christmas tree. The tree is decorated with a small number of Christmas toys in soft colors or limited to an electric garland. An interesting solution would be to hang toys on the wall next to the Christmas tree. You can create an original composition that will become a real decoration of the interior.

  1. Miniature coniferous forest. If the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe apartment or house allows, then you can try to install several Christmas trees. Such a composition does not need additional decorations. Only in order for the Christmas trees to be visible at night, you can install garlands on them.

  1. Bouquets of coniferous branches. In some city apartments it can be quite difficult to allocate space for a coniferous beauty. Then a good alternative would be composed compositions of spruce or fir twigs. You can decorate the branches with toys or cones.

With any New Year's interior decoration, one should not forget about important details, without which the holiday will be boring and monotonous. Multi-colored candles, sparklers, napkins with images of the symbols of the New Year will decorate every festive table, fill the evening with a fabulous atmosphere. The choice of suitable candlesticks made in the New Year theme matters. The style of "minimalism" in the design of the room will help create an atmosphere of family happiness.

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How to decorate your house for the New Year 2022: 93 original ideas

On the eve of the winter holidays, you want to create a fairy tale atmosphere in your house. The easiest way to do this is with themed decor. In the article we will tell you how to decorate any room for the New Year, what decorating techniques are now in trend and what decorations you can make with your own hands.

We decorate the house for the New Year holidays

Choice of style
– Scandi
— Eco
— Minimalism
– Vintage
— Country
Colors of 2022
Ideas for different rooms
– Living room
– Kitchen and dining room
– Living rooms
— Entrance hall
Exterior decoration
— Entrance group
– Windows
— Yard

When we decorate a house for the New Year with our own hands, it is important to choose a common style. So separate zones will not look scattered, and the interior will have a single mood. Usually the decor is styled according to the main style, so that all design elements look harmonious. Now there are several trends in the trend.

Scandi

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Scandinavian aesthetics and New Year's atmosphere are perfectly combined, and the style itself remains one of the most popular today. With it, you can create the atmosphere of a New Year's fairy tale and at the same time not spend a fortune on thematic design.

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  • Natural colors.
  • Articles of wood, clay, straw, rattan.
  • Laconic table setting.
  • Houses, lanterns, decorative candles.
  • Dry twigs and spruce paws.
  • Christmas star.

    • Eco

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    Ecostyle is especially suitable for the interior of a private house, because outside the city there is an opportunity to be literally closer to nature. This direction does not imply pretentiousness; you can easily decorate such a New Year's interior with your own hands. By the way, this process can be made an annual family tradition and gradually replenish the eco-handmade collection.

  • Natural fabrics. Linen tablecloth and woven napkins, cotton pillow covers, bed linen, warm woolen throw.
  • Decorations made from dried fruits and berries, cones, acorns, cinnamon sticks.
  • Crafts from environmentally friendly materials.
  • Recycled wrapping paper.
  • Ceramic and earthenware.

    • Minimalist

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    Minimalism is gradually moving beyond a specific style and becoming more of a way of life. Therefore, it can take on any form, from hi-tech to a cozy eco-style, which we talked about above. Choose the one that suits the overall style of the house.

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    Vintage

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    Retro motifs have dominated the New Year decor collections for the second year already, but it's even better not to buy new, but to use real vintage.

  • Shiny balls.
  • Figures of Father Frost and Snow Maiden.
  • Glass or ceramic figurines.

    • Get inspired by your own childhood memories or, if you like Western style, a photo of American or European vintage decor from the 60s and 70s is ready.

    Country

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    Rustic style is not so common in urban apartments, but if you are looking for ideas on how to decorate your house for the New Year 2022, then you should take a closer look at country. In this direction, lightness, the charm of village life and the warmth of a family hearth are combined.

  • Wooden ornaments.
  • Knitted textiles - blankets, pillows, socks for gifts.
  • Plant and animal prints and a classic plaid pattern.
  • Rough textures, raw materials such as wooden coasters.
  • Any handmade and items with history.

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    The symbol of the coming year is the Blue Water Tiger. He does not like bright, too aggressive colors, so it is better to give up rich shades of red, yellow, purple in the design of the house. What can be used instead?

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    So, for example, it is always hot above the stove, so it is better not to place live plants and plastic products that can melt there. And wooden elements, if they are not covered with a protective varnish, it is better to keep away from the wet area. Also, the decor should not interfere with cooking, so it is better to place it not on the work surface, but on cabinets, shelves, windowsills, etc.

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    Otherwise, standard decorations will do: garlands, streamers, figurines and figurines, candles in figured candlesticks. And, of course, beautiful Christmas tableware in plain sight. You can buy interior letters and make any word or phrases out of them.

    The decoration of the dining table consists of two elements.

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    Textiles (napkins, towels) with Christmas sprint will add a festive atmosphere.

    Living rooms

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    The interior of private rooms - bedroom, nursery, guest room - should be cozy and calm. It is best to arrange them in accordance with the style of the room, using discreet atmospheric details.

    Paper banners or shimmering garlands on the walls will help decorate the bedroom; composition of ordinary or aromatic candles; several thematic figurines; miniature Christmas tree in a pot; snowflakes and artificial snow on the windows; a beautiful bag for gifts - especially relevant in the nursery.

    The photo below has collected beautiful examples of how to decorate the wall behind the bed for the New Year, and other ideas for the bedroom.

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    Porch

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    The entrance group is the face of the whole house, the first impression of it, so it is very important to pay special attention to the design. The two main elements here are the porch and the door.

    If the porch has railings, you can hang a garland with light bulbs or a fluffy model “under the needles” on them. Arrange a simple composition of vases, figurines, lanterns on the steps.

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    Windows

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    If in an apartment we decorate windows for the New Year mainly from the inside, focusing on the window sill, then outside the city this is not only a part of the interior, but also a full-fledged element of external design.

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    The main task is to make the decor clearly visible from the outside, so we use bright elements and lighting as much as possible.

    Yard

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    The design of the local area depends on what you have in your yard. Usually, trees are decorated with clip-lights (special garlands) - this is already enough to create a fabulous atmosphere on the site in the evenings.

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