Minimalism was first popularized in the mid-20th century, a backlash of sorts against what was commonly seen as post-war consumerism and excessiveness. It was heavily inspired by Buddhist beliefs, which focus primarily on peace, serenity, and simplicity. Today, it’s the most popular design choice for home decor and relies heavily on creating a peaceful and quiet retreat from the clutter of modern life.
The foundation of any minimalist style is a sense of openness and space made for clear, clutter-free living. Its basic principles can be described as clean lines, simplicity, and harmony. In a world where we’re increasingly facing a flood of overwhelming visual information and sensory stimuli, minimalism makes it easy to create a calm, rejuvenating space without compromising on function or aesthetics. In everything, quality is emphasized over quantity.
Clean Lines
Minimalism might be known for its uncluttered, clean lines, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Think of Bauhaus design with its simple, sweeping lines and playful use of clutter. The epitome of minimalist style, form follows function with Bauhaus design and creates the perfect backdrop not just for style but for living.
Creating a monochromatic palette with appealing accent colors, simple geometric forms, unadorned elements, and natural materials is easy when you incorporate wood into the space. Our White Birch FC is a great choice for minimalist spaces. A beautifully pale, cream-colored wood, it offers up the faintest hint of pink with a deeper heartwood, a fine grain, and a smooth and uniform texture. Whether used as a wallcovering, molding, or reception area, our White Birch FC veneer supports monochromatic color schemes with a luxurious look and feel and a simple, uncluttered appearance.
Simple Function
Every architectural or design element should recall simplicity and functionality in minimalist design schemes. Boho minimalism, for example, marries bohemian styles with minimalism, using simple, clean lines and classic boho materials, textures, and colors. Combining these styles creates beautifully cohesive results with the calming effect so highly prized by minimalist designers.
You can create your own simple yet functional space by incorporating clean geometric forms with natural materials and bringing in ample natural light. Each design element should support the basic function of the space while cutting through the clutter. Anything that fails to support the function of the space or detracts from the appearance of the space should be ruthlessly cut. Wood wallcoverings can make this easier: With our SanFoot wood veneer, you can create the perfect backdrop for your boho minimalist space without creating unnecessary visual clutter.
Harmonious Designs
Biophilic design elements work especially well in eco-minimalist spaces. Here the goal is sustainability or creating a sense of harmony with the natural world without sacrificing function. By embracing open spaces, sunny windows, and natural materials, you can create a seamless, visually appealing place, and you don’t have to sacrifice sustainability when you choose SanFoot.
Natural materials are naturally soothing. Incorporate stone features, sunlight, wool, rattan, and our Maple FC veneer to create a cohesive feeling. Also known as white maple, flat-cut maple has a smooth, creamy color and sleek, straight grain. Although it readily accepts stains and dyes, it doesn’t necessarily need them, and a clear poly finish is enough to bring out the wood’s natural beauty and warmth
At Jacaranda, Inc., all of our fine wood veneers are made to exact specifications. Sheets are numbered for easy installation while the Class A fire rating makes for a safer product. We use real wood to craft our veneers and patented techniques that allow us to get significantly more wood from each log than previously possible and take our role as environmental stewards seriously. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule a consultation with our design team.
