Maximalism, a trend that is gaining strength

The maximalist style is committed to excess, whimsically shaped objects and glamorous environments. Curved shapes in furniture, intense colors, powerful color combinations and walls full of accessories are some of the main characteristics of this trend that is gaining more strength every day.

 

Under the premise of “More is more and less is boring”, this trend is about an ostentatious style, with spaces full of prints, textures and shapes in which everything fits and more. It is about maintaining an aesthetic line seeking balance.

 

The ideal is to achieve coherence in the combination, that is, this style is not just about accumulating elements or decorative objects at random, but about choosing those that best fit in the room following a pattern.

 

Maximalist spaces combine materials with certain cultural influences and a strong presence of color. In general, for a maximalist decoration to look good, the rooms must be spacious and bright.

 

The best thing about maximalism is that it gives rise to the tastes of each person, it gives freedom to include any object without the need to break with a style. Anything goes as long as the details match, they can range from grandmother's furniture to masks and any type of crafts.

 

Adopting this trend and carrying it out is not an easy task. Below we give you some tips to help you adopt this trend that is gaining strength every day.

 

• While it is true, the style seeks to be an identity and a balance in the midst of so much “chaos”. Therefore, seek to combine pieces that you like, that identify you and that even though the pieces do not fully integrate, they combine due to their design. For example, to make a room look perfect, leave space between one object and another. “Full yes, but not crowded.”

• This style is based on the baroque and Versailles decoration, so it is advisable not to abuse gold. As for the most common color palette in this style, vibrant colors are predominant, purple and lime green. Maximalism is perfect with industrial, vintage, modern or classic style and they fit together as if there were no time jumps.

• For the walls there are two decoration options. The walls can be left plain and filled with large, colorful framed paintings or with wallpaper with an eclectic and eye-catching print.

According to experts, maximalism is a style that is trending. In large part, it is believed that it is because it breaks style norms and is based on freedom and personal tastes to decorate. A style that is extravagant and perfect for collectors.

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