Minimalism in the kitchen
When less really is more
This article provides you with inspiration to help you create your own minimalist kitchen and highlights the benefits of a kitchen scaled down to the essentials.
Minimalism
Minimalism is a style and art form, a design concept and even a way of life. It characterises a focus on the essentials true to the motto ‘less is more’. Clean lines and linear but subtle design language are core features of minimalism.
Minimalist ideas can be perfectly implemented in the kitchen too.
Minimalism starts small.
Sophisticated storage
Anyone looking to create a kitchen with a minimalist look should ask themselves the following question: what do I really need in my kitchen? Here, it is a case of keeping the many appliances and utensils out of sight but at the same time close at hand and easily accessible.
After all, seldom-used appliances and utensils take up valuable storage space – space that could be used more effectively or even saved.
However, sophisticated storage solutions help to create a bit more space. This means that the worktop doesn’t become an additional storage area; instead everything can be tidied away, resulting in a cleaner, more harmonious look.
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The organisation system
Primus
With the Primus organisation system for drawers and pull-outs, rummaging around for kitchen aids is a thing of the past. It organises all utensils intelligently.
Flex-Boxes
The variable Flex-Box system brings order into next125 kitchen cabinets and keeps all your kitchen utensils tidy. The interstices between the Flex-Boxes also provide space for pots and pans.
Storage systems
Storage systems specially developed for next125 kitchens allow you to keep clear lines and a minimalist exterior whilst making the most of your storage space.
The tall larder unit with its tiered pull-out provides room for everything you need for your next dinner party. From smaller glasses to large containers: everything has its place. The contents of the pull-out come out of the unit in rank and file as soon as the door is opened – ready and at your service!
Doing away with tall units and wall units also gives the impression of minimalism.
An adjoining larder provide further storage space.
Pocket System
The pocket system from next125 can help to achieve the minimalist look. Closed it looks like household furniture, open it reveals its true range of functionality.
More than black and white
Although black and white spring to mind when we think about minimalist interior design, it is possible to be more creative.
As well as calming grey tones, on-trend earth tones ooze minimalism and tranquillity. They can be perfectly combined with light wood or stone features.
nx660 – This front combines clear lines with the natural aura of wood. The result is an inviting, Nordic inspired front with a restrained aesthetic that is reminiscent of classic kitchen design.
A few subtle, lightly contrasting decorative features emphasise the linear appearance. This turns the onlooker’s attention to the subtle interplay of materials and colours while creating a slight distinction that demurely recedes into the background of the overall look.
However, bolder colours can also have a minimalist effect when used consistently to cover surfaces. For instance, colourful lacquered fronts such as these in stylish azure blue.
High wall units – placed next to each other and with a uniform, full-surface design – also have a minimalist look.
Authentic materials as the star feature
As the minimalist kitchen does not have excessive decor, accessories or ornaments, the focus is on premium, elegant materials. These should be carefully selected and well coordinated because they will stand out more in a minimalist kitchen.
Natural wood fronts are just as suited to a minimalist concept as worktops or fronts in a stone finish, be it natural stone, ceramic or quartz.
A handleless design makes the top-quality materials even more prominent, whilst well-thought-out lighting in the kitchen emphasises the design and sets subtle accents.
