Minimalist interior design often utilizes solid colors on the walls (or floors), ceramics or maybe upholstered pieces. Other elements could contain cushions or rugs with plain textured shapes. The furniture, like the chairs or desks, are often symmetrical or have similar shapes. This design is very popular with offices, since there are hardly any bits that are left out. Because there’s so much emphasis on function, minimal designs work well in kitchens and dining areas, where the absence of clutter makes for a much cleaner and less cluttered space.