Auber, O, Saillenfest, A., & Dessalles, J.-L.. (n.d.). Role of Simplicity in Creative Behaviour: The Case of the Poietic Generator. https://arxiv.org/pdf/1612.08657

The source analyzes the crucial role that simplicity and complexity play in creativity. It uses the poietic generator to see how with greater unexpectedness,  there’s greater creativity

I looked at this source to understand complexity and what it has to do w creativity and reflect that in my essay 

Brager, M. E. M. (1970, January 1). Less is more creativity : The possible influence of minimalist interior designs in office environments on the creativity of millennials. https://essay.utwente.nl/81024/?utm_

This article examines the influence of interior designs on millennials and how it affects their creativity. They did this through a study of 145 millennials. It also examines how the design affects their mood which in turn impacts their creativity. 

I used this article and its results to demonstrate how different variations of furniture and accessories affect us 

Druică, E., Ianole-Călin, R., & Puiu, A.-I. (2023, January 30). When less is more: Understanding the adoption of a minimalist lifestyle using the theory of planned behavior. MDPI. https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7390/11/3/696?utm_  

This source discusses minimalist lifestyles and emotional benefits of minimalism and why people choose to use that

I used this source to help me understand better minimalism and discuss the topics in my essay as well, like why people like minimalism

FZE, B. B. C. (2024, September 20). The psychology of Color. UKEssays. https://www.ukessays.com/essays/arts/the-psychology-of-color.php

This source discusses color psychology and its effects on every different color with how it affects us. 

I used this source to show how minimalism and the colors it uses affect us psychologically and how it impacts our creativity. 

Hwa Lee , J., & Lee, S. (2023b, March 15). Relationships between physical environments and creativity: A scoping review. Thinking Skills and Creativity. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1871187123000469  

This source went into the connection of physical spaces and what they do to creative thinking. 

I used this source to understand how specifically the physical aspect of the environment affects our thinking . 

Kansal, S., & Rana, D. P. (n.d.-b). JourBringing Nature Indoors: Exploring the Impact of Biophilic Interior Design in Restaurants. https://journalspub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/21-28-Certificate-Issuing-and-Verification-Application-using-Blockchain.pdf   

This article discusses various different natural interior designs with material and patters that aren’t found in minimalistic design. It also discusses physical, social, spiritual and psychological benefits to this design, 

I used this article in comparing minimalist and natural designs and the benefits of having complexity and variety in surroundings. Natural interior design provides more of a connection to nature and has more origin to transcendentalist ideals where it is better for oneself to be close to nature. 

Lloyd, K., & Pennington, W. (2020, February 16). Towards a theory of Minimalism and Wellbeing – International Journal of Applied Positive Psychology. SpringerLink. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41042-020-00030-y?utm_

This source goes into depth about the relationship between minimalism and materialism with all-round wellbeing 

I used this source to demonstrate how minimalism affects our brains and inner self. 

Mahmoud, H. M. (2022). Free Form Interior Design: Analysis and Criticism for a Modern Trend. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/328256439_Form_and_Structure_in_Interior_Architecture  

This article examines different visual complexities in interior design as well as free form and the materials used. 

I used this article and the different examples it gives along with images, of free form and the visually complex designs as they are not minimalist. I also used this article to show how that will positively affect the creativity in that person and the freedom of thinking and inspiration it allows. 

Mahmoud, H.-T. H. (n.d.). Minimalism as concept in interior architecture design Case study North coast villa. https://jsos.journals.ekb.eg/article_225753_b862f35afd09da34e21df0f09c701d79.pdf  

This article examines various minimalist interior designs and clearly defines what “minimalism” is. It discusses different spaces, textures, colors, lighting, arrangements, and focal points. 

I used this article to describe the basis for my claim, what minimalism is as well as the different types. This article was used as the first step to then explain how creativity is affected by these spaces. 

Taher, Randah(n.d.-a). Organizational creativity through space design 

http://www.creativejeffrey.com/creative/creative_spaces_Taher.pdf  

This article examines how different interior designs and architecture impact us and our creativity. It goes into depth about design involving other cultures as well as time periods. 

I used this article and its comparison of designs with other cultures to further examine effects on creativity. Also thought about the five environmental characteristics that predicted greater creativity. 

VanEenoo, C. (n.d.). Minimalism in art and design: Concept, influences, … https://academicjournals.org/journal/JFSA/article-full-text-pdf/3A668BC6040

The author discusses the role of minimalism and how it affects us both positively and negatively.

I used this article to help prove how different minimalism affects us  

Vasilski, D. (2016, September 22). Dragana Vasilski minimalism in architecture: Architecture as a language of its identity. Academia.edu. https://www.academia.edu/28662802/Dragana_Vasilski_MINIMALISM_IN_ARCHITECTURE_ARCHITECTURE_AS_A_LANGUAGE_OF_ITS_IDENTITY  

Vasiliki goes into depth on how different aspects of minimalism are seen in architecture such as walls windows and stairs. Also discusses how the architecture is like a language that speaks for itself connecting the individual with the room, bringing out emotions

I used this article to better my understanding on the topic taking what it says into consideration