A Guide To Maximalism, And How To Incorporate It Into Your Home

Innovations like the HydroTap can add both style and convenience, blending seamlessly into your home while elevating everyday living.

As a growing trend, maximalism is set to stay, with interior designers and interior lovers alike laying colours, patterns, and textures to create interesting spaces.

What is maximalism?

Maximalism is the opposite of minimalism. It embraces layers of colour, pattern, and texture to create a bold, personal look. With roots in Baroque grandeur, it’s evolved into modern interpretations like Dark Academia and Victoriana. Unlike cluttercore – which feels chaotic – true maximalism is intentional, curated, and expressive.

How to bring maximalism into your home

The key is balance. Maximalism isn’t about cramming every shelf – it’s about layering colours, patterns, and objects that reflect your personality.

Be bold with colour: Combine unexpected shades, try colour drenching, or mix rich tones for a vibrant effect.

Play with patterns and textures: Animal prints, florals, stripes, and textured wallpapers can create stunning focal points.

Curate statement pieces: From antiques to centrepieces, choose items that showcase your personality. Even functional pieces – like our HydroTap, available in seven designer finishes and a chic palette of sophisticated colours to match any mood or style – can become true kitchen showstoppers.

Add personal touches: Mementoes, books, and trinkets tell your story and make the space uniquely yours.

Enjoy the process! Maximalist interiors should feel fun, inspiring, and deeply personal. Take your time experimenting – after all, this style is as much about creativity as it is about the final result.

Ready to create your own statement space? Book a bespoke consultation and discover how a HydroTap can add both style and functionality to your home.

Editorial supplied by Zip Water.