We bring items into our homes with the best intentions, or sometimes with no intentions at all, and suddenly we are drowning in stuff that serves absolutely no purpose. Minimalists have a secret ...

But in a world of topsy-turvy weather, Sportmax may be on to something, giving the look of a coat without feeling smothered.

Minimalism, it seems, is out of style but it hasn't stopped being relevant. When it comes to interiors, homeowners now prefer pieces that have warmth and character.