Japandi, a hybrid aesthetic combines the modern and rustic atmosphere of Scandinavian design with traditional elegance associated with Japanese styles. Japandi design is good fit with hectic modern lifestyles, it allows people to create a clean, calm environment in which they can truly unwind.
More than just an interior style, Japandi is a philosophy. It puts together Scandinavian concept of “hygge” that comfort and cosiness with wabi-sabi Japanese ethos, which finds perfection in imperfection. Both cultures share similar minimalism aesthetics and design, on a quiet appreciation of beauty in the functional, and a subtle approach to life, and pursue the utmost sense of relaxation and balance. United by minimalism, Janpandi gives an amazing take on minimalism adding cosy rustic touches, pursue the utmost sense of relaxation and balance
And the magic happens when the design principles blends together, it balances the excesses of each. While Japanese spaces may be sleek and elegant but appear clinical, the rustic and comfort details in Nordic design add some variance. Also, where Scandinavian interiors tend to be neutral, the rich colour palette of Japanese design gives the space some warmth.
Together, they’re about to become your new favourite take on minimalism, for you to create a style that is both easy-going yet sophisticated.
Colour Palette
A warm and neutral colour palette is the background of every Japandi style interior. It features neutral, muted tones like beige, taupe, oatmeal and stone, and the idea is to create a calming, harmonious atmosphere.
Scandinavian design is mostly use of white and neutral tones, natural woods and pops of pastel accents, and is decidedly more informal and cosier. On the other hand, Japanese style pursues elegant and refined muted shades, prefers earthy tones and richer tones.
So Japandi stye give a rise to new suggestions: the cold, deep colours, like teal, green or blue, are blended with the paler, natural and enveloping shades of Nordic woods. If you prefer Scandi expression, you can opt for a white or neutral based palette with rich accents. Otherwise, choose large swathes of rich colour on walls and other elements.
If you find Japandi colour schemes bland or boring, you can introduce contrasting colour. Try opt for soft Scandi shades of pale pink, blue, green or grey, or add some richness with a darker accent colour, such as black or charcoal grey. You can have darker accents to create contrast and more dramatic mood, but not in an overbearing way. Pops of colour can also be introduced, but remember not exaggerating and breaking the minimalistic harmony of the design.
Simplicity
Japandi offers attractive simplicity and order of lifestyle. This design aesthetic focuses on clean lines and open spaces, interiors are simple, functional and impactful. Spaces should be decluttered and airy, every object has its own purpose, no space for frills and useless décor, allowing for a peaceful and relaxing flow.
You can establish free-flowing floor spaces by choosing clean lines with well-designed, functional pieces, organic materials, and colour palettes to create a back-to-basics atmosphere. Utilise built-in storage systems and all kinds of boxes, containers, use to the maximum. You should always be subtracting from a finished space, choose only a few well-thought pieces. Tone down the decor details and let the natural beauty, high quality and tranquil palette of your few pieces shine for themselves.
Furniture
Both Scandinavian and Japanese furniture features clean lines and functionality and a focus on practicality. Scandinavian furniture is typically made up of light woods and has a relaxed and smooth lines. While Japanese furniture often more refined, showing off darker shades and more elegant shapes. As in a Japandi space, we can see contrast through furniture, by incorporating a mix of light and dark woods with black hues.
Creating a Japandi home means choosing materials and interior furnishings that is sustainable and natural materials, such as cotton, silk, wood or jute, along with authentic patterns with strong references to nature. To really play with this look, focus on natural materials such as unfinished woods or bamboo pieces that bring in the feeling of nature and simplistic beauty.
The use of wood is one of the favoured materials in Japandi. You can work it into your key furniture, ideally keeping surface treatments to a minimum. Wood panelled walls also make for great features.
Feel free to mix of wood tones in the space and incorporate pieces with both curved and straight lines, to create the sense of harmonious contrast. The real beauty is found when the diversity of both cultures is merged in the same space, adding a unique sense of texture to the space.
Plant
Bringing green outdoor elements inside to blur indoor and outdoor is another best way to achieve Japandi style. Both Scandinavian and Japanese style have a strong connection with nature, so plant is another important feature in Japandi design. In fact, plants give a welcoming feel and add natural vibrancy, that can ‘soften’ an ultra-minimalist interior. Not only enliven the space, but also make the space seem more cohesive.
Japandi prefers quality than quantity, one or two plants that express in its simplicity the true beauty is enough. This means no jungle greens or corners filled with plants here, but just a few plants to decorate. Aim to decorate with bold simplicity, so choose plants with expressive form and elegant leaves that highlight the beauty of nature under the concept of Simplicity. Or you can go for tall plants with sleek and elegant leaves and simple form, making sure you choose well also the plant pot.
Texture and Fabrics
While accessories have a lesser degree of importance in Japandi design, and you can’t have too much décor around, you can play around the design using different textures and fabrics. To get the best, draw on the cosiness of Scandi design with warm textures and soft pieces while maintaining the elegance of Japanese decor.
Scandinavian pieces focus on comfort, such as plush rugs, bountiful throw pillows and cozy blankets to give a homey feel. Japanese accents tend to be utilitarian items, which are functional and authentic objects, such as vases, bowls or trays. Thus, Japandi rooms ideally include a mix of functionality and comfort, but maintain a sense of simplicity and scaled back.
Make sure you choose natural fabrics such as cotton and wool so that you’re not conflicting with the basic design principles. Coarse, natural textures and discreet shades are welcome, but no floral and geometric prints!
Find the perfect balance
Finding the perfect balance between a minimalistic and welcoming home is the key to a perfect Japandi style interior. It’s fun to see Scandinavian “Hygge” cosiness and Japanese “wabi-sabi” of finding beauty in imperfection blending in Japandi interiors.
The result is clean lines, raw functionality, a flawless finish and lots of contrast. It brings the feeling that isn’t found when you separate Scandinavian and Japanese design out into their pure forms. Therefore, it’s totally okay to mix and match curved and straight lines, as well as choosing contrasting wood tones when picking your furnishings.
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