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Minimalism emerged in the late 60′s in New York, but its roots are anchored in Europe, in the early ideas of German architect Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe, one of the most important architects of this century.

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe develops his ideas about the purity of the forms (precursor of minimalism) during his tenure in the direction of the School of Art and Design at the Bauhaus in Germany in the late 30′s. Shortly thereafter, due to the process of the second world war, he emigrated to the United States, a country where it was known as an influential architect and designer, and became a U.S. citizen.

Entered the 60 participating New York art movement and geometric least in the visual arts. Although not the only one who spoke, his version of rationalism and functionalism subsequently, have become models for other professionals of his age. His influence can be summarized in one sentence that he gave and has become the motto of modern architecture in the first half of the twentieth century: “less is more” .

Throughout his career fought to achieve universal architecture and simple, it was honest in the use of materials and structures. His work is characterized by rigidly geometrical composition and the total absence of ornamentation, but his poetry lies in the subtle mastery of the elegant proportions and exquisite materials (sometimes used marble, onyx, travertine, chrome steel, bronze or hardwood), always topped with great precision in the details.

Already in the 70′s, minimalism is reaching maturity as a form of reaction to the ornate styles of the time (mainly the pop art) and saturation of communication within the aesthetic universe. This influenced not only the decoration and architecture, but also in painting, fashion and music.

The kitsch

Of German origin, kitsch style is notable for the mastery of color and striking and original ways that depart from traditional royalties and more conventional decorative. Shades like bubblegum pink, yellow, indigo blue, apple green or red are the favorite tunes to get this environment as original as extravagant.

Plastic, glass, synthetic leathers, the perspex or wire are some of the materials used in furniture and decoration to get attention.

Shabby Chic

Shabby Chic style is inspired by the great English country houses, where the white stripped antique furniture and patterned fabrics with delicate flowers are the stars. It is a fine and distinguished decoration where blown glass lamps, curtains, quilts, comforters, pillows and towels, studded with handmade lace and embroidery, bring the romance.

Candles, glass vases with fresh flowers, chandeliers, the magazine, porcelain rustic motif added to the shabby style, also called Scruffy, the most modern and elegant note. The essence of this style, where the soft colors like pink, salmon, ocher, coral or wheat blend perfectly with the target, is to combine objects and vintage home furnishings with other contemporary furniture to achieve a chic and warm atmosphere.

Minimalist

This type of decoration, which starts in New York in the 60′s and reaches maturity in 70, is characterized by the simplicity of its forms, open spaces, clean lines and neutral colors. Their motto is “less is more.” Materials that predominate in this style are glass, polished concrete, wood, steel, slate and porous stones. Within textiles, the most desirable are the linen, cotton, yarn and burlap. It must renounce the florals, plants and geometric. The furniture in straight lines and clear colors give the atmosphere of calm and sober minimalism required.