I personally love a tidy home. In fact, I always feel very calm in a room that’s clear and clutter-free.
I think that’s because a neat space means there are no tasks to do, so I can fully relax. If there’s mess everywhere (or even just too many objects around) my brain zooms in on it and adds ‘tidying up’ to my mental to-do list, preventing me from just enjoying my home.
That’s why I prefer a minimalistic aesthetic with clean lines and stealth storage. Even though you wouldn’t think I had any minimalistic tendencies if you visited my home – it’s still perfectly comfy and full of things I love – you might notice that my interior is pretty well organised and is subtly decorated with unfussy decor.
Living in a clutter-free space helps me to feel less on-edge during my downtime and is one of the benefits of a minimalist lifestyle that I wouldn’t want to be without. I wonder if getting organised or redesigning your decor in a more minimalist style will help you feel the same?
If so, here are some tips to help you achieve just that…
Clever cabinetry
I’ve found that the key to having a clutter-free home isn’t necessarily having less stuff. Of course, it will be easier to keep your home looking neat if you have fewer possessions in the first place. BUT, if you don’t want to declutter, simply organising what you have can help.
That’s where clever cabinetry comes in. Try to avoid multiple storage boxes filled with your belongings, because then you’re just storing storage haha! Instead, choose furniture that has storage options built-in so that the look becomes a seamless part of your interior, not just lots of boxes piled up.
There are a few benefits of choosing top-quality wholesale cabinets and built-in storage options when you’re planning your interior:
Firstly, everything you own will ‘have a home’. That means, if you get something out of the cupboard to use it, there will be a space available to tidy it away afterwards. So, there’s no chance that clutter will accumulate on your surfaces or under furniture because it can be put straight back in its designated cupboard or drawer.
Secondly, you’ll always know where everything is so you’ll save time whenever you want to find something. You’ll never need to rummage under the bed or shuffle piles of papers wondering where an item has gone. You’ll just be able to go straight to the shelf and find it immediately.
Thirdly, if you have the correct amount of storage for the items you already have, that means you won’t be able to add more to your home. Therefore, you’ll naturally end up with a one-in, one-out policy. For example, if you have a full wardrobe, you’ll have to donate a t-shirt to free up a hanger and make space in your closet before you can buy a new top. Which might end up being another money-saving bonus of having clever storage solutions!
Seamless style
Another benefit of a clutter-free life is the seamless aesthetic you’ll achieve by having built-in storage and clear surfaces. Not only will you feel calmer without an endless ‘to-do’ list of tidying up, but you’ll also be able to relax when your senses aren’t bombarded with clutter.
The trouble with a room being visually ‘too much’ is that it can raise anxiety levels without you realising it. In fact, our brains are all programmed to scan our environment for danger – a throwback to the cave days when humans needed to be on the lookout for predators.
When we are overloaded with visual inputs, it can be stressful for our modern brains, which is why I like to make my interior peaceful – with as few items attracting attention as possible.
This doesn’t just apply to clutter, the way you decorate can also be relaxing or distracting. Although I love the look of a maximalist home – and I know that some people are very comfortable in an exciting interior – I personally prefer a less-is-more vibe.
So, that’s where clever interior design solutions come into play. You don’t have to live in an all-white home to help it appear clutter-free, but some minimalist decor details such as frameless doors, seamless built-in storage and recessed blinds can all help to keep the lines of your room clean and simple.
Painting the doors the same colour as your walls can help to conceal them. Likewise, I love a colour-drenched room that uses the same paint palette from ceiling to floor, including skirting and woodwork.
This doesn’t have to be a bland colour – you can go dark for a cocooning feel or choose a colour from nature to keep the space calm. The key is that it looks seamless to minimise visual clutter and therefore reduce stress.
I hope today’s article has given you some inspiration if you want to make your home feel more calm or live a more organised life. If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of minimalism I’ve previously written about the ways that living a minimalist lifestyle can help you save money so be sure to check out that article too.
Let me know in the comments below if you too get stressed out by clutter and if you’ve got any interesting ideas for decorating in a calming way please share them in the comments below, along with practical storage hacks – I can always use more tips for keeping my belongings organised!
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