Have you heard of Japandi? This new decor trend brings together Scandinavian cocooning and Japanese aesthetics in an harmonious way. Even though these two countries are thousands of kilometers away, the Japanese and Scandinavians work with design in a similar fashion. Simplicity over all is the look of choice, blended with functionality, a love of natural materials and a profound respect for artisanal goods. We’re seeing this trend take its place more and more in interior design and it’s converting more design enthusiasts every day! The trend is really taking over in certain aspects of design and decor, such as furniture and tableware. We’re seeing simple and clean lines in homes, as well as neutral tones married with natural textures. Design experts are saying that more people are turning to this aesthetic due the way it adds warmth, coziness and natural appeal to all spaces.
How to adopt the trend at home?
1- Choose a warm color palette
Opt for a warm and neutral color palette. As always, the color palette is the base of all decor, and Japandi is no different. Choosing natural colors, like gradient brown tones, is essential. If you’re looking to create a more dramatic ambiance, add touches of brown and grey in moderation.
2- Go for wooden furniture
Choose furniture that has been built with simple and natural materials like wood – which is the material of choice for Japandi style. We suggest combining Scandinavian style furniture in soft colors and minimalist lines with Japanese furniture in more somber tones with more elegant shapes. Furniture that is lower to the floor is a clear favorite, as they bring to mind the Japanese philosophy of keeping people grounded.
3- Decorate with moderation
Add some decorative accessories to your home, but keep in mind a minimalist mentality. Rid your home of anything that isn’t necessary, and make room only for the essentials. In terms of wall decor, an abstract piece, or a nature-inspired landscape will add some harmony to a room. Basically just opt for simplicity and creativity so that you can keep the room as airy and light as possible. To finish off the space, add a couple of throw pillows and a jute rug to make the room even more inviting.
4- Add some greenery
Japandi is synonymous with greenery. This type of decor favors trees and houseplants as accents for your home. Keeping with the zen influence of this home decor trend the addition of a few plants will keep your decor simple yet bold. Opt for tall plants with elegant foliage. Be sure to choose a planter that ties in with the characteristics of the trend, and that blends well with your decor.
Much like hygge, Japandi isn’t only a way of decorating your home, it’s also a philosophy about how you live your life. It puts Scandinavian minimalism at the forefront, and links it with the Japanese wabi-sabi ethos, which finds perfection in imperfection. It allows you to slow down while still enjoying every aspect of your home, and your life at home. This marriage of the Orient and Scandinavia is the perfect trend for right now, and we don’t see it fading away any time soon.
Create your own Japandi style!
