Eclectic Minimalism

My personal aesthetic lives in eclectic minimalism with undertones of light academia. It’s a space where carefully curated minimalism meets the joy of abundant collections—my rapidly filling bookshelf standing as testament to this duality. Throughout my apartment, storage spaces burst with craft supplies and project materials, revealing my creator’s spirit while maintaining an intentional approach to design.

Color plays a pivotal role in my aesthetic universe. I gravitate toward vibrant, solid or color-blocked hues that energize spaces without overwhelming them. Comfort reigns supreme in my design choices, with each element selected to foster both physical ease and visual pleasure. The art adorning my walls reflects remarkable diversity, but a common thread runs through nearly every piece—vivid, intentional color that breathes life into rooms.

My furniture sensibilities draw heavily from mid-century modern design. The intentional curves and warm wood tones of this movement speak to my appreciation for functional beauty. These pieces serve as anchored statements that enable my lifestyle while contributing to the overall harmony of my space. Regency is a style a look up to and while being out of my price range, also runs too goudy too often. I admire true maximalism, living with a cat has taught me practical restraint—some aesthetics are best appreciated from a distance!

The roots of my design preferences trace back to formative experiences. My great-grandmother, a world traveler and eclectic collector, introduced me to global design elements. I vividly remember creating relief rubbings on her Chinese or Japanese room divider as a small child—tactile memories that continue to influence my appreciation for craftsmanship and cultural expression. Growing up with open space and red rocks just beyond our backyard instilled a lifelong integration of natural light and organic themes into my design language.

Geometry significantly influences my aesthetic. My father’s molecular arrangement sculptures—displayed in his office as artistic representations of scientific principles—sparked an early appreciation for structured forms. Discovering Barbara Hepworth’s work in high school deepened this connection, her bold use of raw, substantial materials revealing how weight and negative space could converse.

Two projects are currently under consideration. one project will honor these influences through clean geometric lines while maintaining the warmth and vibrancy that defines my aesthetic core. The other is a more elemental composition that would be entirely metal.

*Writing aided with AI

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