Minimalissimo is an independent print and digital magazine founded in 2009 and is dedicated to minimalism. Principally led by Carl Barenbrug for over 10 years and latterly by Manu Moreale, we showcased a curated selection of the finest examples of art, architecture, interiors, furniture, lighting, and product design. Minimalissimo will continue to exist as a digital archive with over 15 years of material to browse.

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Manifesto

We curate to reflect who we are and want to be. We are guided by the principles of minimalism and simplicity. We often admire brutalism and utilitarianism. Our vision is uncompromising and future-focused but with a respect for the past. We find beauty in the soft and the raw. This is our taste. This is our creative platform. A platform that showcases our interpretation and appreciation of minimalism in art and design.

Principles

1. aesthetic: design for love, not only understanding

2. collaborative: create beyond your own ability

3. experimental: think three-dimensionally

4. geometric: use pure forms to emphasise precision

5. honest: build with integrity

6. modular: reuse building blocks for flexibility

7. sustainable: design for people and the planet (and write clean code)

8. translucent: build in public, by appointment only

9. understated: be practical rather than pretty

10. unified: design for continual and consistent expression