9 ways to furnish your modern house like a minimalist

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You don't have to spend a fortune on decorating your house to make it beautiful. If you've always thought that creating a slick modern home was too expensive for your budget, then think again. 

Your home can be contemporary, bold and beautiful without costing the earth! Want to know how? Minimalism! This trend has its roots in design cultures from across the globe. From Japanese wabi sabi principles to Scandinavian chic, the coolest design fashionistas know that less is definitely more. Check out their work and follow their lead – these designers know their stuff…

1. A touch of colour

A pop of brightness can completely rejuvenate a room. The easiest way to introduce colour to your space is through textiles – an electric blue rug and matching pouffe add personality and style to this otherwise plain living room.

2. Low-cost materials

Adopting a minimalist theme is the perfect way to get thrifty with interior design. These designers used simple materials such as cardboard and MDF to create stunning seats and tables for this spacious room.

3. Clean lines

Clean and elegant lines make a room look modern and polished. Stick to furniture that is structured and rectangular in shape, and make sure that clutter is kept to a minimum. There's no need to go mad with detail here – a couple of hanging Edison bulbs will do the trick nicely.

4. Inspired by cartoons

This cheery retro room looks like it's come straight out of the pages of a comic book! Sturdy cardboard furnishings and bright colours are a cheap and fun way to add playful touches to your home.

5. Like the sky

Minimalism doesn't have to mean all-white everything. Keep furniture to a minimum and add character by painting one wall a bold, inspiring colour. This sky blue shade stands out more than ten knick-knacks ever could.

6. DIY chic

Pallets are the gift that just keeps on giving. You can build almost anything from these unassuming wooden crates. Sofas, beds, shelves and tables can be knocked up in an afternoon, and give any room an industrial minimalist vibe.

7. Plasterboard magic

The designers at MOB architects used plasterboard to fashion small, shallow alcoves in this wall. This allows the TV and small, elegant statues to be neatly displayed without impacting the low-key design of the rest of the room. As a finishing touch, recessed lighting has been built in to illuminate the displays.

8. Recycled vintage

Vintage style has a place within the minimalist movement! Simply search out mid-century furniture and antique vases from a nearby second hand shop – or, if you're lucky, find them in grandma's attic. The trick is not to go overboard – a little bit of retro can go a long, long way.

9. The importance of accessories

Though minimalism is about keeping clutter to a minimum, the right accessories can elevate a home from bland to brilliant. Clever use of blankets, cushions and rugs prevent this room from looking too sterile, and shows that the owners are adept at staying up to date with rapidly changing trends.

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