The maximalist style is favored because of its bold colors and the combination of various elements that make it so unique. This is indeed a style of room that not everyone can enjoy. But if this style can be carried and presented properly in the room, the results will actually make the room look eclectic and elegant. Even so, the maximalist style can also make the room look too crowded so that it is crowded and uncomfortable. The best of the room if it makes you feel uncomfortable then it is not the best room for you. Then how to get a maximalist style look at home but still feel comfortable?

Decorating your home means filling a room with things you enjoy. The more things you enjoy, the more comfortable you should be in the room. That is the essence of the maximalist style. This is not a messy or haphazard style. You can’t get maximalist style look just by filling your room with lots of decorations. You don’t have to make 100% overhaul of the look into maximalist style, but you can only partially apply it to the room that you want to transform into maximalist style.

Then what are the characteristics of the maximalist style?

Play a lot with colors
It’s not maximalist if you don’t play with bold colors. There are thousands of color palettes out there. Don’t you want to get creative with these colors? Use bright, bold colors. Natural and pale colors are usually not often used for a maximalist room. Use some deep, contrasting colors to balance out the pale colors. Don’t forget to also match it with dark brown wood floors and the paintings on the walls. Colorful paintings even more give a lively and lively impression

Create an art gallery on the wall
Photo galleries or paintings on the walls are one of the main characteristics of the maximalist style. The maximalist style is the style for art lovers. The secret to creating a wall art gallery for maximalist style is to set aside the rules about how to coordinate size, color, and shape. Your main goal in decorating is to fill the walls with things you love. The only thing you need to pay attention to is to make sure the walls are in good condition and ready to use. Determine the size of the distance between each frame, and use that as a guideline. Your maximalist gallery can consist of various shapes, but the spacing between the frames should be the same.

Decorate with what you love
We love our home more when we are surrounded by the things we love. Maximalism means more in any case, which means the more colors you like, the more fabrics you like, the more motifs, and accessories, the better. To avoid crowded decorations look, pick a few same colors or patterns.

Books are a must item
If you love books, then you will love the maximalist style. Not just books either. People who like to collect anything will tend to like the maximalist style. Especially for books, it will be suitable as decorations that support the maximalist style because the books will fit perfectly on the shelves. In addition, various book motifs or patterns will enrich the colors of the maximalist style decoration. Your book collection will look great on a high shelf or next to a desk.

Boho/Ethnic style is the perfect mix
Boho or bohemian style houses have almost the same characteristics as the maximalist style, with variety of colors and patterns. Boho style lovers will fall in love with the maximalist style. Add your home with boho or ethnic patterned fabrics such as tribal on sofas, carpets, and blankets, instantly you will get a maximalist and bohemian style.

Add vintage accent
Vintage furniture and accessories can easily used in maximalist style space. Although vintage decor, which is usually made up of wood, tends to be minimalist, bold colors and expressive artwork can create maximalist feel.

A maximalist style room doesn’t have to be perfect
Perfection is a myth. Instead of looking for perfection, take your time decorating to come up with a look that’s comfortable and tailored to your taste. Maximal style will be even better applied imperfectly. Although most people try to create a uniform pattern, there’s really no need for us to stress too much about matching furniture or colors. Maximalism is the style for every beautiful irregularity.

–sh