This paper systematically studies the theoretical connotation and practical path of minimalist design aesthetics in modern residential space. Firstly, from the philosophical origin and theoretical dimension, the study reveals that minimalism combines the dual characteristics of oriental "emptiness" aesthetics and western existentialism, and puts forward the core view that "subtraction aesthetics" realizes spatial purity through systematic deletion. Secondly, through the four-dimensional expression system of space, vision, material and light and shadow, this paper expounds the concrete realization of minimalism in contemporary living space. The research particularly emphasizes that minimalism has developed into a comprehensive design paradigm that integrates sustainable design, intelligent technology and humanistic care, and its essence is a deep transformation from "simplified form" to "refined life". Aiming at practical problems, this paper puts forward a complete realization path including demand analysis, spatial reconstruction, material selection and intelligent integration, and points out that it will develop in the direction of intelligence, personalization and sustainability in the future. The research results provide a design framework with both theoretical depth and practical value for modern residential space design.
Zimo et al. (2025) studied this question.