How to create an interior that flows smoothly

Moving into a new home is stressful enough, but when you add clutter and disorganisation into the mix, cortisol levels can soar. Mess is an unavoidable part of moving somewhere new, but the good news is that things don’t need to stay messy forever. With some time and dedicated effort, you can transform your space into a fluid and harmonious home that simply works. Here’s how to get started. Find out more here in How to create an interior that flows smoothly 

Minimalism

Minimalist interior design is the winner if you’re looking for a sense of fluidity in your home. That means only as much furniture as you genuinely need, and even then, only choosing furnishings that genuinely complement the space.

For example, that could mean one hessian rug underneath a feature oak coffee table in the living room. There should be no excessive soft furnishings: blankets, cushions and other accessories simply don’t reflect a true minimalist lifestyle.

Instead, the space should be defined by natural textures that are thoughtfully chosen for serenity and comfort. Pay attention to every detail to create lines and soft transitions.

Open-plan spaces

Traditional homes frequently incorporate the use of separate living and dining spaces, often with extra rooms for study or play. Increasingly, modern designers and architects favour bright, airy spaces to allow homes to feel more connected.

If you’re moving into a new build home, it’s highly likely that there will be some open-plan elements incorporated into your living space already. You can emphasise these by clearing entryways and adding feature artworks or carefully chosen houseplants.  

Whether it’s an open doorway from the kitchen to the living room or a seamless transition from the kitchen into the back garden, removing boundaries is an easy way to make everything flow a little bit more easily.

Use colour cleverly

Colour schemes make or break a space, especially if you’re looking for cohesion in design. To avoid any sense of overcrowding or sensory overwhelm, it’s very important to use soft neutral shades.

The right colours should naturally feed through from one room to the next. Jarring transitions, for example, bright colours to very dark ones, can feel clunky and unsightly, and they might feel unwelcoming for you and your guests.

Instead, pairing tones thoughtfully from one room to the next will make your interior all like a delicate conversation. You can work with wood-effect floors and furniture to create an even more tranquil environment.

Use vertical storage

Finally, don’t underestimate the impact of removing clunky furniture from your floors. Adding vertical storage like slimline cabinets and floating shelves will help you to open up your floor area and effortlessly create the illusion of more space.

This not only improves your home aesthetically but also gives it more practical value too. And when you install mirrors opposite windows, you’ll be able to bounce light around in a way that draws attention to your interior.

Just remember to use vertical storage carefully. Don’t put anything heavy or fragile on a high shelf if you have children and pets running around!

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.Cent Magazine London. Luxury Mindset