The Japanese, known for their scrupulousness and pedantry, laid the basis of minimalism. Since the 60s of the XX century, this style is widely used in the design of European interiors. Minimalism, as follows from the name of this style, is characterized by simple, correct geometric figures, lines, an abundance of light, color contrasts (but applicable no more than two colors, usually choose white, black or gray, but bright, rich inclusions are acceptable). In the interior – conciseness, only functionally necessary objects. But there should not be saving on materials. Generally use trivial building materials – concrete, and wooden, and even brick. The decoration already uses expensive high -quality materials, giving smoothness and gloss, a lot of mirrors, glass, and a white predominance – it helps to create an atmosphere of lightness, flight, infinity in the interior. Minimalism is not characterized by excesses in the decoration of the premises – the walls are either painted or covered with plain wallpaper, the floor is covered with parquet, furniture is geometrically simple (with aluminum, chrome, steel decor elements, the use of mattressed glass, plastic or natural wood, stone), the presence is important large empty surfaces. Minimalism does not accept decorative elements in the interior. Although there is one exception – these are works of art. It is important to place paintings (or sculptures) so that no other elements of the interior prevent the study of the masterpiece so that they can be considered from anywhere in the room. So, the interior, resolved in the style of minimalism, is suitable for people with a special worldview, way of life, people who appreciate lightness, peace and tranquility around themselves, people whom psychologists call introverts. These creative people do not notice such “trifles” around them as interior design, furniture, decor. After all, all this is vanity ..