It is common for Singaporeans to live in small apartments. It is not a problem for me since I live by myself--a strong, independent, single woman. Yes, my apartment is indeed tiny, but I found a way to make my home spacious and comfortable to stay in. It is through a minimalist interior design.
Along the process, I learned that minimalist interior design is not just about having a limited set of clothes or cutlery but having ergonomic and functional wooden dining chairs and other furniture. So here's my story on how I pulled off a minimalist interior design in my tiny apartment.
Decluttering Time
Before moving out of my parent's home, I started decluttering my stuff. I got rid of the least important things, from the clothes I only use once a year to the wooden bed frame in Singapore my dad got me when I turned 18.
I also sold my university books online for college and had a garage sale for my anime figurine. As they say, a part of minimalist living is letting go of unimportant things. Yes, these things may have sentimental values for me, but they don't perform a function now.
After decluttering, all that was left apart from a few clothes were three books I have yet to read, my guitar, camera, and my laptop.
Choosing The Colour Palette
One of the most vital parts of achieving a minimalist interior design was choosing the perfect colour scheme for my home. I chose a monochromatic palette which was white, grey, and black.
The white colour bounces natural and artificial light well, providing extensive illumination inside.
On the other hand, you will never go wrong with black. Any furniture, including wooden dining chairs and the wooden bed frame in Singapore, can complement the black palette.
Choosing My Furniture
I was scrupulous when choosing my furniture. I didn't want to go over the line by purchasing a humongous wooden bed frame in Singapore.
I made sure to buy the furniture that I need. I found an online furniture store called Star Living.
Star Living has a vast furniture collection to choose from, from dining furniture to study room furniture. I ordered my ergonomic study table from Star Living in Singapore for my home office. Their extensive collection of study tables are all well-designed and perfect for minimalist living.
Apart from the study table in Singapore, I also purchased a small closet for my clothes. I also ordered wooden dining chairs, enough for four people.
I also installed a wall mirror facing the lone window in my sala to give an illusion of open space. At the same time, the mirror will also reflect the natural light entering from the window around the room.
All the furniture I bought complemented the colour and met my standards in a minimalist style. The designs were simple and neat yet very functional. The quality of woodwork and craftsmanship of the closet, wooden dining table and chairs, and study table in Singapore guaranteed high-quality.
Indoor Plants
The location of my apartment is simply a concrete jungle. I had to walk a few metres to get a view of nature at the botanical park. So, to bring my home closer to nature, I ask for a few of my mother's indoor and ornamental plants.
I placed my small cactus plant on my study table in Singapore to give me a touch of nature while working. People said that plants and flowers help spark creativity as well. I also placed a variegated cast iron plant in my dining area near my wooden dining chairs.
The plants gave a touch of life to the monochromatic minimalist interior design of my apartment in Singapore. It also creates a focal point and accent to the space.
Let There Be Light
I thought that natural light would complement my wooden bed frame in Singapore, so I made sure to utilise sunlight as much as possible. Since I only have two windows, one in the living room and a small one in the bedroom, I opt for sheer curtains instead of thick drapery.
The thin fabric of sheer curtains lets an ample amount of sunlight enter the room. At the same time, it provides me privacy inside.
A brightly illuminated room gives an illusion of open space. So even if I had a small apartment, I never felt confined, even while working on my tiny study table in Singapore.
Takeaway
Achieving a minimalist home interior design is never easy. The transition to minimalism, especially if you are a hoarder like me, is much difficult, too. But if you have persistence and enthusiasm towards achieving your goals, you can do it like me.
Star Living
If you have no idea where to begin, I recommend starting with Star Living. The vast furniture collection of Star Living will provide you with countless options, from luxury furniture to minimalist ones. Visit Star Living today.
