Mirjam Flatau (Mija Mija) takes us around her apartment in the heart of Paris and shares her tips for creating the Parisian apartment of your dreams.

German influencer Mirjam Flatau, better known as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mija_mija/" target="_blank">Mija Mija</a> on Instagram, describes her style as &#39;minimal aesthetic meets laid-back&#39;. She has exchanged her home in Germany for an apartment in France, including a herringbone floor, lots of light and natural materials. She tells us about her life in Paris...

Munich, London, LA, Berlin and now France - why Paris?

I have completely fallen in love with the city! The architecture, the flair, most of my clients have their headquarters here and the fact that I have found my dream flat is not unimportant.

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What are your favorite places nearby?

I like to walk to the Palais Royal and have a coffee in Caf&eacute; Le Nemours or the Jardin du Palais Royal. The OFR bookshop or the small designer shop The Broken Arm are always worth a visit. For the best view of the Eiffel Tower, head to the rooftop Asian fusion restaurant MUN or Restaurant Girafe. If you like classic French food and people watching, head to Cafe de Flore or sit by the Seine with a picnic basket.

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Why did you choose this flat? What&#39;s so special about it?

I like the old herringbone parquet and my stucco on the walls. It tells a story and makes the flat really authentic. The beautiful light in my flat makes it very homey and cozy for me.

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What advice would you give to someone who wants to become a minimalist?

Less is more and quality over quantity. For me, this means buying less, but saving and focusing on high-quality individual pieces, preferably vintage. A monochrome colour scheme creates tranquillity and relaxes the eye. Small touches, such as a vintage chair with worn wood, create tension and draw attention to certain pieces of furniture.

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3 interior pieces that are always worth investing in...

Soft, pre-washed linen bedding in neutral tones, a hand-painted piece of art by your favourite artist, a vintage designer piece that won&#39;t get out of your head for months or years, like my Pierre Jeannet chair from the 1950s.

Followers, fans and customers love your visual language. So of course we have to ask: how do you get the perfect interior photo?

Well, natural light is key! I like to combine natural colours and materials to create a homely atmosphere. A beautiful painting is only good if it evokes and moves feelings.

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Mirjam Flatau: The Ultimate Inspiration for Your Parisian Apartment

Mirjam Flatau: The Ultimate Inspiration for Your Parisian Apartment

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