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Lets be honest:Minimalist designcan sometimes feel cold and scant.
The style has many benefits, focusing on the essentials and touting less is more.
Curious to see how?
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Check out these cozy minimalist living room ideas for inspiration, ahead.
Use Rounded Edges
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Soothe the senses with soft forms and edges.
Layer Rugs
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Layering always goes a long way.
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Here,Esther Schmidttops a faded gray rug with a fluffy faux sheepskin for major plushness.
It’s complemented by a simple marble coffee table and L-shaped couch.
More personality comes through withplants, poufs, and a pared-back gallery wall up top.
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The decor is all set in a palette of crisp white and warm neutrals.
Try a subtle approach like Erika ofHome and Spirit, for example.
She creates a snuggly sofa by throwing soothing striped pillows on top of it which also add visual interest.
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Minimalism clearly doesn’t equate to all-white-everything, as proven in Paula ofHome by Polly’s living area.
Though, note how she doesn’t stray far from neutrals.
She offsets the milky white space with only pops of brown and some grays.
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Textural ceramics contribute to anorganicfeel, balanced by the clean lines of the shelves, fireplace, and lighting.
Add in wood tones and natural elements for warmth.
Plus, opt for sculptural forms in unexpected places like the coffee table.
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Ground With Wood Tones
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Create depth by incorporating darker tones into your living area.
Opt For Natural Materials
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Keep things easy and breezy with natural elements.
Materials like wicker and rattan contribute to an airy yet warm feel in this living room byLeaf and Lolo.
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They come in so many unique designs from coffee tables to planters to even poufs.
A bohemian style rust-hued rug adds to the coziness along with some plush ivory seats and pillows.
Just be sure to inject some character into the space withartworkand decor.
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Further touches like soothing ceramics and a textured rug add to the coziness.
The walls are coated in a sandy hue, topped with simple wooden-framed photographs.
Dried plants always help create some warmth, too.
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Add Bohemian Design Flair
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This white-washed space balances out its minimalism with darkbohemiandesign touches.
Standouts include the woven basket artwork adorning the walls and rustic ceramics on the shelves.
A simple white couch is contrasted with amber throw pillows, which play off the pottery on the console.
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A lacy lantern tops the space off with an intimate glow.
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