If you think about modern houses, you usually picture a house that is built in a minimalist style.
This style became very popular at the beginning of the 21st century and is still one of the most popular designs when it comes to houses, interior, or exterior design.
Celebrating simplicity, the ‘less is more’ attitude, and practicality, it has gained a lot of popularity as it represents the style of the future.
Simple designs, no unnecessary details, and large windows for extra light characterize a minimalist approach to house building and interior design.
Let us explore some of the most popular minimalist house designs and what makes them so special.
Clean Lines And Geometrical Shapes
Minimalist houses are built in a way that makes them appear clean, sharp, and light.
They use clean lines, no decoration, and a lot of geometrical shapes.
This way, they almost look otherworldly!
Blended With Nature
Minimalist houses look majestic when surrounded by natural scenery as they balance out natural shapes and colors with geometrical and simple characteristics.
Their interiors also tend to be spacious and they love to include big windows so nature can be appreciated from every corner.
Black And White
Minimalist style usually sticks to neutrals. It does not like a lot of color.
However, mixing neutrals can be a great option if you want to add balance.
In this instance, the minimalist white house stands out beautifully surrounded by a black patio.
Minimalist Villas
Minimalist style has been practiced on every possible house type, so villas are no exception.
They are enormous by nature, so a minimalist approach balances out the size by providing simple shapes and basic colors.
Interior is also built to accentuate grandiosity, open space, and a lot of natural light.
Simple Design
As already mentioned, minimalism loves simplicity, so true minimalist houses are usually very simple in shape and color.
Here, windows and the interior serve as the only decoration of the house’s facade.
Minimalism On The Rocks
Beach houses that are surrounded by rocky terrain are redecorated and rebuilt to fit the minimalist style.
This trend makes them look more modern and elegant, and the surrounding nature is more accentuated by the simplicity of the houses.
Minimalist Cabins
When we think about a cabin in the woods, we usually imagine a wooden cottage with a cozy fireplace.
Minimalist style has started integrating even these types of houses, so many people who own a house in the mountains choose the simple and modern approach.
Black Cubicles
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The black cubicle style is another popular minimalist house design that offers practicality, simplicity, and elegance.
Purity And Cleanliness
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Those who enjoy extreme forms of minimalism often choose no decoration, no color, and no unnecessary furniture.
Airy And Spacious
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Most minimalist homes tend to be airy and love using glass.
This way, it accentuates the clean and uncluttered look while remaining practical and well-lit.
Seamless Connection
Minimalist houses love to keep everything connected and practical.
There are many instances of a seamless connection between house parts using glass and a spacious approach.
Sometimes you will wonder whether you are sitting in a living room or on a patio.
Wooden Castle
Wood is another natural element that minimalists love!
It matches neutrals and it can look very elegant and chic.
Big windows ensure that the unity between wood and glass remains both practical and aesthetically pleasing.
All White
All-white minimalist houses are perfect for those who love clean and calm spaces.
They can be transformed into a perfectly peaceful sanctuary that remains modern and elegant.
White And Glass
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What defines minimalism better than big glass windows and clean aesthetics?
What matches that description better than white minimalist houses with large glass windows built in clean geometrical shapes?
Shape Play
Many minimalist architects love to play with shapes, so you will sometimes see similar ones mixed together to create depth and character, without introducing new colors or textures.
Dark Frames
Using dark frames around huge glass windows creates a great sense of taste and leaves every visitor astonished by the design.