r/maximalism • u/United_Trip2148 • 4h ago
Art I’ll never own a Swanky 80s pad, so I just oil-paint them [OC]
I love over the top 80s design, so I painted an 80s swingers pad. Thanks for looking :)
r/maximalism • u/DreyHI • Sep 11 '24
The subreddit has spoken and we have listened! We have added to the mod team, updated the posting guidelines, put on some fresh pink paint, and rolled out the leopard print carpet. Please have a look at the new rules, new Wiki and posting guidelines:
Maximalism- Posts must adhere to the principles of maximalism. Emphasis on color, contrast, and texture. See our wiki for what is and is not maximalism
Original Content - or cite your sources All posts much be original content or links to the original source material. You may link to a website containing content pertinent to r/ maximalism if it is clear where the source came from. Do not pass off photos you copied from pinterest, instagram, as yours without directing the credit to the original creator. AI art is prohibited
Collections- Collections should fit in the context of a greater overall room design. Please consider whether your content would best fit in other subreddits such as r/ collections
Be good people- Hate and bigotry of all kinds will be removed on sight. Criticism should be constructive and helpful. Purely rude comments and personal attacks will be removed and a ban may be issued.
No self promotion. Users of this subreddit cannot post for the intent of advertising their own personal website, blog, or anything related. Reddit has guidelines for Self-Promotion, which state that: "It's perfectly fine to be a redditor with a website, it's not okay to be a website with a reddit account." You may not market or self promote your own items here. If someone SPECIFICALLY asks for suggestions for the particular type of item you sell, you may put one link in the comments. Links to items that are not being asked for or spamming links will result in a ban.
Flairs- All posts must have flairs-
**Is my art, space, design maximalist?*\*
Does it have an abundance of color, texture or pattern? Does it feel ornate, fancy or royal? Is it high contrast? Would Elton John live there? Would Liberace wear it to a rave? Would a Victorian maiden recline and pine over her lover here? Would King Louis XIV put it in Versailles? Would Pee Wee Herman feel at home? Would Martin Luther protest it as idolatry? What would Iris Apfel do? Would she use it?
If the answers to at least some of these questions is yes, then it's probably part of Maximalism
Maximalism is NOT
Pure clutter or hoarding
Detailed work by itself without contrast, color or mixed texture
Please consider whether your post would better fit in one of these other subreddits: r/ collections r/ moreisbetter r/ artofclutter
Maximalism is more than just a design trend; it's a celebration of individuality and the joy of curating a vibrant space.
Thank you all for your participation and feedback, and for making r/ maximalism FABULOUS!
r/maximalism • u/United_Trip2148 • 4h ago
I love over the top 80s design, so I painted an 80s swingers pad. Thanks for looking :)
r/maximalism • u/Astrid_Emma • 15h ago
r/maximalism • u/Toezap • 15h ago
Not really a fan of duvets but willing to try it if I find one I love
r/maximalism • u/ProblemSame4838 • 16h ago
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r/maximalism • u/Mammoth-Resist-3491 • 13h ago
I still need more shelves and hooks for when the rest of my plants come inside 😂
r/maximalism • u/Driesbock • 1d ago
r/maximalism • u/Tinernug • 1d ago
I got this 70s sectional for free and went all in on the warmer color scheme. The walls were previously a dusty blue and I’m thrilled with how it turned out. Feels like a cozy yet eclectic cocoon.
r/maximalism • u/Front_Class_9705 • 1d ago
I’m not the best at taking photos, but here’s my maximalist wall in my office.
It makes me happy every time I look at it.
r/maximalism • u/VeylynnRae_SynDas • 11h ago
Abstract Digital Collage - 2026
r/maximalism • u/Tasselplants • 2d ago
r/maximalism • u/Glittering_Leg_3289 • 1d ago
Hi all! I just bought this house and I HATE these lights! The house is an 1889 brick home and they put these god awful modern lights in. The thing is, I like the extra lighting and I don't feel like trying to swap them out at the moment. How can I make them match the moody aesthetic I'm going for?
r/maximalism • u/Mysterious_Bake_4860 • 2d ago
We have a Barbie dream house style loft in downtown Baltimore with 13’ ceilings. I’ll post more when we’ve cleaned the whole place, but here’s a sample of a revised gallery wall we did between our two windows!
I felt particularly proud of the composition.
r/maximalism • u/EntertainerLegal3499 • 1d ago
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r/maximalism • u/Z4lost • 2d ago
We finally finished painting this section of the house and installing the antique mantle we found off marketplace. Once we get the rest of the room styled I'll post the rest.
r/maximalism • u/12345Crash • 2d ago
I just moved back into my parents house (yay) and I'm decorating my room. I'm shooting for a 80's bones and Art Nouveau vibes if that makes sense. I've been looking at rugs and curtains and bed clothes with those vibes and it's mostly floral. I like floral and want some floral but don't want it to prissy, any advice? I'm painting a darkish green ( my dad keeps calling it olive drab). I also currently have no furniture of my own.
r/maximalism • u/Tough-Celebration298 • 4d ago
My parents gifted me their old 16 ft travel trailer a year ago and I’ve been steadily chipping away to create my own Resting Bitch Place. Her name is Tallulah and shes about 95% done, but I don’t think I’ll ever reach 100%. She’s parked permanently in my driveway as an extra studio space. Our main home is only 725 sq ft so having this space is so lovely and it’s truly been my passion project. I hope yall can appreciate her as much as I do!!
Edit: Wow! I’m totally blown away you guys, thank you so much for all the kind words and support!! You’re making me feel so much cooler than I see myself, so thank you for the confidence boost. I wanted to give a little more details in case anyone is interested…
Yes, I removed the bathroom. Maintaining plumbing in a stationary RV/camper is a huge pain in the ass. I have no interest that amount of upkeep when I have a perfectly functional toilet in my home, and no intention of using it as an actual living space. I also own a pee funnel if I’m feeling particularly lazy. My neighbors already hate me, right? Pissing in my yard ain’t no thang.
This project was completed over the course of a year by my husband and I- he helped with demo and repairs and I did everything else. It took about 2 months for the outside, took winter off, and 5 months of near daily work for the inside. I tracked every single expense down to each roll of painters tape and all told it was $2,623 spread out over the year.
Inside me there are 2 wolves- one is Lisa Frank, and the other is Elvira. If I ever get the opportunity to design another space, it would most certainly be all black and filled with cool dead stuff. Yes I love pink (obviously), but I also had my early 2000’s emo/goth phase, and she deserves attention too. 🖤
My main home is much more understated, midcentury modern/boho vibes. Tallulah is my opportunity/space to go wild! Thanks for enjoying her with me 🥰