When Your Personality Meets Interior Design! ( for introversion)
Posted by TUTU HOME on 16th Oct 2023
From MBTI to Home Decor: Personalizing Your Space
Our homes are more than just spaces; they're reflections of who we are. The colours we choose, the furniture we pick, and the overall design all tell a unique story about our personalities. The world of interior design is a kaleidoscope of styles and colours, offering a boundless realm of possibilities for every individual. But have you ever wondered which design style truly resonates with your inner self?
Today, we're here to provide you with fresh insights that can assist you in making design choices that resonate with your personality. Come along with us as we dive into the well-known Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and uncover the design styles that align most naturally with each unique personality type.
Many of us may already be acquainted with personality types through the renowned Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, or MBTI for short. For those who are new to this concept, MBTI is a psychological assessment tool designed to categorize individuals into one of 16 distinct personality types based on their preferences in four key dichotomies: extraversion/introversion, sensing/intuition, thinking/feeling, and judging/perceiving. Let's start by exploring design styles for the 8IntrovertedMBTI personality types to inspire home decor and layout ideas.
We will begin with "I" (introversion) individuals, and lets see if the ideas we provide match your preferences.
ISTJ
An ISTJ person is typically practical, responsible, and organized, with a strong focus on duty and adherence to rules and traditions.
Recommend: Minimalist Style
Your primary objective is simplicity, guided by your strong organizational skills and clear planning, making minimalism an ideal choice for maintaining a well-structured space where everything stays neatly in order.
The architecture takes a minimalist approach, with gallery-white walls receding to the background. Image credit from EFG House.
ISTP
An ISTP person approaches life with a spontaneous and adaptable mindset, relishing hands-on experiences and the freedom to explore without rigid plans.
Recommend: Mid-Century Modern Style
ISTPs are strongly individualistic individuals who appreciate a fun and creative lifestyle, seeking to bring their bold ideas to life through home decor and unique space designs, making the mid-century modern style an ideal fit – breaking away from traditional bland designs, emphasizing personality, while prioritizing the versatility of home furnishings and decor.
Midcentury Living Room. Photo by Mitchell Fong
ISFJ
Defender personalities are known for their humility, and they rarely seek the spotlight. An ISFJ person approaches life with a caring and nurturing attitude, finding fulfillment in creating a warm and harmonious living environment for themselves and their loved ones.
Recommend: Transitional Style
This personality type requires a solitary place, a space where they can express their personality while not being tied down by life, and for them, transitional style can provide a wealth of inspiration - transitional style is often defined as an interior design style that blends modern and traditional elements, characterized by its aesthetic definition of space through tones, textures, monochromes, and details, allowing the integration of both traditional and modern design styles and approaches while maintaining practicality and a sense of freedom.
Tansitional Living Room, Photo by Charleston Transitional Hall, Photo by Oakley Home Builders
ISFP
An ISFP person is typically artistic, free-spirited, and attuned to aesthetics, valuing personal expression and the beauty found in the present moment.
Recommend: Art Deco Style
Art Deco style is characterized by its geometric shapes, bold colours, and lavish ornamentation, reflecting the elegance and luxury of the Roaring Twenties and the early 1930s. And this style precisely embodies the characteristics of an ISFP person.
Velvet Accent Swivel Chairs
INFJ
INFJs, known as Advocates, may be the most uncommon personality type, yet their idealism and strong principles drive them to approach life with a reflective and values-driven perspective, rather than merely coasting through life.
Recommend: Postmodern Style
Postmodernism exalted all that was unorthodox, flamboyant, intricate, and eccentric, frequently giving precedence to form over function, standing in stark contrast to mid-century modern design principles. It would be a perfect match for your personality, as you are creative, idealistic, and highly deliberate in your selections
Warm Postmodern
INFP
While they may appear reserved or unassuming, INFPs possess rich, passionate inner worlds, relishing in their creativity and penchant for getting lost in daydreams, and they are recognized for their sensitivity, often experiencing deep emotional reactions to music, art, and nature.
Recommend: Shabby Chic Style
Shabby Chic is a design style that melds vintage and modern elements to achieve an elegant yet weathered aesthetic, marked by its incorporation of soft colour, delicate textures, natural materials, and a romantic, country-cottage ambiance. So, this style easily resonates with daydreamers.
Left: Shabby-chic Style Family Room by Dreamy Whites
Right: Living Room Spring Refresh, Shabby-chic Style photo by Richmond
INTP
An INTP person is typically characterized as analytical, curious, and independent, driven by a thirst for knowledge and a penchant for exploring abstract concepts and ideas.
Recommend: Bauhaus Style
INTPs, known as Logicians, frequently engage in contemplation, and for them, home design emphasizes clean lines, minimalism, and spaciousness, providing them with ample room for endless thought. So, the Bauhaus style is a good idea for them. Bauhaus style places a premium on design simplicity and minimalism, highlighting clean lines and clutter-free spaces, which is evident in the minimalist aesthetics of Bauhaus-inspired interiors, featuring sleek fixtures and sparse decor.
Image credit from Rockin Cushions
INTJ
INTJ individuals, often known as "Architects" or "Strategists," are characterized by their strong analytical, creative, and logical traits.
Recommend: Steampunk Style
“Architects, independent to the core, want to shake off other people’s expectations and pursue their own ideas.”
The distinctive design style of Steampunk can reflect the cool personality of an INTJ. Steampunk design, with its roots in the Victorian era, is at once both old-fashioned and modern. Its design is very mechanical, almost industrial, employing materials like polished brass, iron, wood, and leather.
Photo by Andre Rothblatt Ssteampunk kitchen, Victorian style with future-forward technology.
In this blog, we shared interior design inspirations tailored to the 8 introverted MBTI personalities, hoping these insights can assist you in creating a comfortable space that aligns with your unique traits. We will continue to unveil design concepts for the 8 extroverted personalities. As a brand dedicated to crafting joyful homeware and decor, we at TUTU look forward to continuing to provide you with inspiration and creative ideas.
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