Colleen Bennett, a designer from North Carolina, highlights the trend of minimalism leading to homes feeling like "sterile museums" after clients purged excess belongings. Clients found that eliminating possessions led to a sense of emptiness rather than fulfillment. As minimalism gained traction since 2015, many adopted a sleek aesthetic that lacked warmth. Recent movements like 'de-influencing' emphasize conscious consumption, suggesting that a joyful home doesnât have to be clutter-free but instead needs character, which could include treasured items and visual interest.
Without layers of texture and pattern, a room becomes silent. For interior design, silence can be almost as oppressive as clutter.
Some clients quickly realized that the aesthetic of minimalism wasn't a guarantee of happiness and sought to bring personality back into their homes.
Today's trends like 'de-influencing' and 'underconsumption core' highlight a shift back towards more personalized living spaces, moving away from the sterile feel of minimalism.
Living with less and consuming more consciously can be positive, but it needn't mean embracing an empty space devoid of personality.
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