Indeed, the right storage is highly intentional and goes a long way towards making a minimalist interior feel effortless. “Storage should be designed around the way the client actually lives rather than treated as a generic provision,” Preston agrees, pointing to thoughtful additions like full-height joinery that accommodates luggage, linen and less frequently used items. “I also try to incorporate a dedicated drop zone near the entry for keys, bags and mail, which is a small detail that can make a significant difference to how organised a home feels,” he adds.Preston uses bespoke joinery to contain and conceal as many of the tools of everyday life as possible. Integrated appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers are matched to the joinery, creating a seamless look around the perimeter of a kitchen. Appliance cupboards house the toaster, coffee machine and kettle – “so they can remain accessible without dominating the kitchen” and pocket doors on the cabinetry retract neatly when appliances are in use. A charging drawer beside the bed keeps phones, laptops and the inevitable tangle of cords cleverly hidden from view.The art of upkeepJust as custom joinery allows clutter to disappear from sight, the latest generation of home technology is increasingly designed to remove the friction of maintenance from daily life.With its ultra-thin design and 7.98cm body height, the Roborock Saros 20 robot vacuum cleaner is discreet but powerful, capable of sliding below even low furniture, while the FlexiArm technology effectively cleans into corners and under toe-kicks. Combining vacuuming and mopping in one system means trading tools galore for one device capable of intelligently adjusting to different floor surfaces.The slimline RockDock charging station handles a range of functions – from hot-water mop washing and drying to dock self-cleaning and dust emptying – as well as fast charging in as little as 2.5 hours. It’s the same principle as good joinery, applied to home maintenance, with the right tools used to cut clutter and stop everyday mess from gathering in a room.The Saros 20 epitomises a new generation of home tech that combines beauty and intelligence. RoborockFuture-proofing a minimalist homeAs technical solutions continue to evolve, interior designer Tara Veness of Veness Interiors says it’s important to plan ahead for the shifting needs of a household. “We often recommend future proofing during the design and construction phase by allowing additional electrical wiring, data cabling and structural support behind walls,” she says. “This makes it much easier to add lighting, technology, artwork or other features later without disrupting the finished space.”Because at the end of the day, a minimalist home may feel calm and functional, but it must also leave enough space for everyday life. Stojanovic suggests that interiors “should allow room for imperfection – moments that soften the rigidity, bring ease and allow people to truly inhabit their surroundings rather than become controlled by them.”Saros 20: sleek, low-profile design with serious vacuum suction. Learn more here.