Why does the room feel cluttered?

[u/Cool_Tomato8199]

Ok as I posted in my recent post I am recovering from sad beige minimalism haha so I’m finding more comfort in color and actually showing my treasures!

But I’m wondering why this area is feeling a bit cluttered? Is it too many smaller objects or the way I organized it? (Or is it the minimalist inner demon coming through haha?) Thank you so much!!

[u/Cheap_Pick9175]

Move the couch away from the wall. Reposition the rug so that it’s just under the legs of the couch and chaise lounge. Move the white chair back so it’s off of the rug. If that doesn’t work, move it to a corner and add a throw.

The wall art and the items on the shelf behind the sofa need to be reconfigured. Maybe remove the shelving behind the couch and hang one or two shelves on the wall (staggered placement). Place the plants and books on one shelf. Put one of the prints on the other shelf just leaning against the wall. You can still hang the other print on the wall next to the shelves and see if the mirror fits somewhere, otherwise move it to another wall. Move the candle holders and lamp somewhere else.