8 Maximalist Instagram Interiors That Prove More Really Is More

Who needs minimalism when you can have eye-popping patterns, textured layers, and expertly curated #shelfies? Maximalism is all about displaying your treasures (think “healthy clutter”!) and seamlessly showcasing the unexpected. If you love collections of collections and your favorite color is *everything*, these gorgeous IG interiors will be right up your alley.

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Both the girls got good school reports this week. They are obsessed with Millie’s Cookies and always gawping in awe at the huge cookies you can get with the personalised icing messages. I told Chris to get one for them and bring it home tonight as a surprise. I told the girls Daddy was bringing a surprise home. They think it’s a puppy. Bugger. . . #staircase #stairway #hallwaydecor #houseofhackney #wallpaperwednesday #stripesfordays #interiorboom #styleithappy #myhomevibe #designupnorth #colourmyhome #dspink #apartmenttherapy #aflashofgold #ekbbhome #sassyhomestyle #interiorsnapshot #myhomeforhp #suyhome #designsponge #pursuepretty #inspiremyinstagram #interiormilk #interiorismo #lovelysquares #sodomino #livingetcuk #interieuraddict #interior123 #flowerpower

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1. Place a Pattern or Three: Florals and stripes aren’t just a nice pair in your closet. Don’t forget to invite some houseplants to join the mix.

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Stop in the name of love ✋ it’s that time again!!! @reclaimmag is out and it’s a good un...you can see how I transformed this display unit into a blingtastic cocktail cabinet worthy of your best gin.....which by the way is up for sale at £225 and £40 uk delivery...and also a ton of other ideas on transforming your home with Reclaim materials and Zero budget...can be found in WHS and large Tesco/Sainsbury/Morrison’s/Waitrose stores ...quite often in a weird place on the shelf next a knitting magazine...please feel free to move it to the front...only joking ( not joking ) 😂😂😂😜😜😜😜#myboldhues #brightboldhome #colourstylehome #patternsandtextures #goldleaf #rockandrollstyle #colourmyhome #myupcycledhome #bristol#moochmarket #livingetc #elledecor #reloved#maximalism #maximalist #maximalistinteriors #bohodecor #hollywoodregency #hollywoodregencydecor #diydecor #paintedfurniture #rustoleum

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2. Refurbish and Elevate: We love a repurposed piece, and the fuchsia backing on this refurbished cocktail cabinet makes for a stunning piece. It’s big enough to stash all of the barware (and maybe another collection or two).

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The last few days have been a blast 🙌🏻 got to hang out with @ericareitman and checked off a couple must sees from my bucket list...saw the Starbucks shake in person and met Sheila 🙀 yes she is even more beautiful in person. I’ll be sharing more of my visit soon, promise. Peace out LA ✌🏻hello home sweet home. Photo by @oxfordboone

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3. Let Style Mix and Mingle: Maximalism is all about combining design genres for a serious statement. Case in point: This gorgeous macrame hanging that works effortlessly with the traditional statue and modern floor lamp.

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Uh-oh. I took the top of the kitchen dresser off to discover a patch of white wall and now I'm craving white walls in here. A lot. Swipe for the before! Lampshade by @kateprotzlondon Cushion by @amyscottdesign Lilly print by @lush_eclectic . . #dailydecordetail #whitewalls #currentdesignsituation #blackwalls #pocketofmyhome #kitchendresser #bohoismyjam #artprints #mybohotribe #interiorsnapshot #cornerofmyhome #myinteriormydecor #maximalistinteriors #lampshade #eclecticdecor #myeclecticmix #eclecticinteriors #eclectic #nestandthrive #faffing #nestandburrowuk #interiormilk #bohoismyjam #fridakahlo #beautifullyboho #frida #bohoonthelowlow

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4. Collections of Collections: Maximalism 101: Any surface can be a gallery wall and/or place for an assortment of pieces. To get the look, opt for including jewel tones and metallic embellishments for impact.

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Kiss me. A reupholstered vintage Salvador Dali sofa at @Charmainessf. Xk #KellyWearstlerInteriorDesign 📷: @manoloyllera

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5. Statement Seating: Why stick to clean lines and neutral tones when you can do *this* instead? That lip-shaped couch is simply divine.

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New bedroom 😍 #divinesavages #wallpaper #mydivinehome @divinesavages @thriftysretro

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6. Bold Botanical Embellishments: If maximalism had a checklist, floral decor and brass would be near the top. This lush pattern embodies the more-is-more attitude, while the repurposed saguaro lamp adds just the right over-the-top layer.

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This kitchen makes people happy. Friends come to visit and they always comment about the color and mural. That is probably what I like best about this space... that it makes people happy. In other news, this coffee table has now been replaced by a dining table and we have a new back cushion that looks cool. I need to take photos and show you. Just add that to my to-do list.... after having a baby, of course!!! ————— #myboldhues #mycollecteddecor #makehomematter #mysouthwesternbohome #beautifullyboho #plantlife #broughttoyoubythrifting #tastemadehome #mybrassabode #decorhashtagfeed #myhousehomemade #idontdoneutral #mybotanicalbungalow #houseplantclub #myhyggehome #decorthatmakesmesmile #pausewithplants #fmfmadeit #bohoonthelowlow #stellarspaces #stylemyhomelikeaboss #thepottedplant #makehomematter #heyhomehey #mybohotribe #mybohemianabode #earthinspiredhome #mydecorvibe #urbanjunglebloggers #eclecticallymade

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7. Mini Murals: Art shouldn’t be confined to the living room. This comfy breakfast nook has patterned pillows, giant plants, and a poppy mural to top it all off.

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I think it’s Shaken Stevens turn to be on display 😂 It’s #friday so that’s always a good day to shake your thang ...I adored shaky when I was 8 and used to dance to all his moves on good old #topofthepops ...did anyone else make their mum move the furniture out of the way so you could strut your stuff to Legs & Co 💃🏻 So this album has survived my sweaty hands for approx 40 years...probably because it’s not played much😬 And that’s a good enough reason to celebrate!!!#bristol #myupcycledhome #upcycledfurniture #upcycledhome #upcycledhour #zebra #zebramural #apartmenttherapy #livingetc #livingetcuk#elledecor #diydecor#mygorgeousgaff #luxuryinteriorsonabudget #upcycleddecor #kitchendecor #kitcheninspo #colourmyhome #moreismoredecor #maximalist #maximalistinteriors #eclectichome #bohemianinterior

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8. Sexy Shelves: Kitchen shelves aren’t just reserved for dinnerware. Take advantage of the storage in your space and show off some of your favorite trinkets instead.

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