Soft Minimal Book

We are a product of our environment. The spaces we live in and the objects we surround ourselves with influence how we feel, think, and behave, shaping the framework of our identities and life stories. With a focus on well-being, the Copenhagen-based practice Norm Architects approaches the creation of architecture, interior design, and furniture from the belief that good design is an essential part of a good life.

Through the insightful essays and tactile images gathered in Soft Minimal, Norm Architects share the principles that underlie a human-centred design philosophy developed over 15 years. The artistic balance between light and shadow is reflected in a Swedish retreat, while a Japanese house quietly expresses the calming effect of natural materials; a Sri Lankan residence argues for bringing the landscape inside, and a Danish retail space celebrates tactility.

As a source of inspiration and aesthetics for design professionals and enthusiasts, Soft Minimal offers a nuanced perspective on minimalism that is warm, sensory, and enduring. The book is hardbound.