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# Artistically Decorated Industrial Spaces
Studio Job's Headquarters Draws on a Maximalist Aesthetic

By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-08-16 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maximalist-aesthetics
References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/08/16/studio-job-antwerp-design-studio-maximalism/) & [studiojobgallery](http://studiojobgallery.com/)

[Studio Job's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gsl-gallery) brand new headquarters is located in Antwerp, Belgium and the firm's space is strongly characterized by maximalist aesthetics. As minimalism has dominated the interior design world for quite some time now, overbearing arrangements are beginning to arise as a loud protest against the clean and the orderly. This approach boasts a type of artistic quality that minimalism could never possibly communicate. From the busy prints of the [mismatched circular carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-are-you-looking-at) to the furniture that is influenced by contradictory creative movements, the maximalist aesthetic will surely stimulate the imagination. In fact, the design of Studio Job's new space is described by the company's founder, Job Smeets, as "a visual assault."

While minimalism opens up pathways of creativity by way of "line and color," maximalist aesthetics bring about a new approach to design with an irresistible challenge.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.1/10
- Popularity: 76% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Maximalist Aesthetics:** The rise of maximalist aesthetics in interior design offers an artistic and visually stimulating alternative to minimalism.
- **Artistic Overbearing Arrangements:** Overbearing and busy arrangements that challenge the clean and orderly are gaining popularity in the interior design world.
- **Contradictory Creative Influences:** Mixing and matching furniture and decor inspired by seemingly dissimilar creative movements offers a fresh take on interior design.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Interior Design:** Interior design professionals can capitalize on the demand for maximalist aesthetics by incorporating bold, artistic elements into their designs.
- **Furniture Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can create furniture that features contrasting design elements inspired by different creative movements to appeal to consumers looking for unique, visually stimulating pieces.
- **Artistic Decor:** Decor companies can create eye-catching and bold pieces, such as busy print carpets, to cater to customers who want to incorporate maximalist aesthetics into their homes.

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