Described as an offshoot of the slow movement which began in Italy in 1986 as the slow food movement (a natural reaction against a McDonald’s opening up), slow design focuses on not just the way things look, but the process of making them.

According to architects Sherwin Williams, slow design is a reaction against the might of the mass-produced and expresses a longing for more culturally authentic and ethically made artifacts.

It champions sustainability, long-lasting and multi-use pieces, handmade and DIY additions as well as original, unique touches.

In short, it’s a modern minimalist’s dream come true. And with over 400,000 tags on Instagram alone, inspiration to recreate this look in your own home is never far away.

Slow design interiors: everything you need to know about the aesthetic and how to recreate it in your home