Minus: The Essence of Living

For 25 years, Belgian design studio Minus has created timeless, minimalist interiors defined by calm and refinement. Their anniversary book, The Essence of Living, presents 25 projects in light tones and thoughtful materials. An inspiring ode to understated design.

For 25 years, the Belgian design studio and production workshop Minus has been creating timeless interiors that exude calm, simplicity, and aesthetic refinement. To mark their anniversary, they have compiled 25 inspiring projects into one elegant book, presented in chronological order. The Essence of Living is an ode to minimalism: light tones, thoughtful materials, and a seemingly effortless harmony between function and form. Through extensive photo essays and concise explanatory texts, this stylish volume offers a glimpse into the subtle evolution of Minus’s signature style over the years. Carefully curated and beautifully produced, this book is a source of inspiration and tranquility for admirers of understated interiors, architectural purists, and design professionals alike.

The couple behind Minus is Sophie Popelier and Wim Carton, who are also the authors of this book.