Minimalist vs Maximalist Quiz: See How You Like to Fill a Room

1. You're decorating a living room wall. What do you go for?

One large, simple piece of art with plenty of space around it

A small gallery wall with a few meaningful photos and prints

A mix of art, mirrors, shelves, and plants arranged with care

Floor-to-ceiling art, shelves, and décor — the more the better

2. How do you feel when you walk into a room with bare white walls and almost no furniture?

Instantly calm and at ease — it's perfection

It's nice, but it feels a little cold and uninviting

It depends on the room — sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't

Uncomfortable — it feels unfinished and lifeless

3. You're shopping for throw pillows. How many do you buy?

One or two in a neutral tone that matches everything

Two or three in soft, cozy textures

A handful in different patterns that somehow work together

As many as possible — you can never have too many pillows

4. What does your bookshelf look like?

A few carefully chosen books, spines facing inward for a clean look

Neatly organized books with a plant or two tucked in

Books mixed with small objects, photos, and trinkets

Overflowing with books, souvenirs, candles, and random treasures

5. You're choosing a color palette for your bedroom. What do you pick?

All white or soft grey — clean and serene

Warm neutrals like beige, cream, and soft terracotta

A bold accent wall with complementary neutral tones

Rich jewel tones layered with patterns and prints

6. How do you feel about collecting things — figurines, vintage items, souvenirs?

I actively avoid it — collections become clutter

I have one or two meaningful collections, kept small and tidy

I collect selectively and display things in a curated way

I am a collector at heart — the more the merrier

7. You're hosting a dinner party. How do you set the table?

Simple white plates, minimal cutlery, one small candle

Matching tableware with a small floral centerpiece

Mismatched but charming dishes with candles and greenery

An elaborate tablescape with layers of linens, flowers, and candles

8. What's your approach to plants in the home?

One architectural plant in a clean pot — that's enough

A few plants in cozy corners to bring life to the space

A good mix — some hanging, some on shelves, some on the floor

The more plants the better — I want a jungle in my living room

9. You find a beautiful vintage rug at a market. What do you do?

Walk away — I already have a rug and I don't need another thing

Buy it only if it fits perfectly with what I already have

Buy it and figure out where it fits — it's too good to leave

Buy it immediately and layer it over my existing rug

10. How do you feel about patterned wallpaper?

It's too much — plain walls are always the better choice

Maybe in one small room like a bathroom or entryway

I love a statement wallpaper in the right room

I'd wallpaper every room if I could — the bolder the better

11. What does your wardrobe look like?

A capsule wardrobe — neutral basics that all work together

Mostly simple pieces with a few cozy favorites

A mix of basics and statement pieces I rotate seasonally

Packed with color, prints, and pieces I can't bear to get rid of

12. You're redesigning your kitchen. What's your vision?

Handleless cabinets, hidden appliances, completely clear counters

Simple cabinets with a few pretty jars and a fruit bowl on the counter

Open shelving with styled dishware and some personality

Colorful tiles, open shelves overflowing with cookware and décor

13. A friend gives you a quirky decorative object as a gift. What do you do with it?

Quietly donate it — it doesn't fit my space and I won't display it

Find one spot for it where it doesn't feel out of place

Style it into a vignette with other objects so it feels intentional

Love it and immediately find a prominent place to display it

14. What's your ideal coffee table setup?

Completely clear — maybe one small tray at most

A tray with a candle, a small plant, and one coffee table book

A curated stack of books, a vase, and a few interesting objects

Covered in books, candles, objects, and things I love looking at

15. How do you feel when you finish decorating a room?

Satisfied only when I've removed everything unnecessary

Happy when it feels warm, simple, and just right

Done when it feels balanced — not too sparse, not too busy

Excited to keep adding — a room is never truly finished