Are you interested in the latest design trend? Find out all about Japandi in this article so you can nail this stunning aesthetic.
Japandi is a new interior design trend focusing on the combination of both Japanese and Scandinavian influences. It might seem like they are worlds apart in terms of design but actually they are far more similar than you would imagine.
Both styles of design tend to be focused on making spaces as natural, comfortable and simple as possible.
Here are a few things that contribute to the Japandi style:
- Nature
Instead of using a lot of man-made materials such as plastic, Japandi focuses a lot more on natural materials such as wood and paper to create a more earthy feel. This is combined with a heavy dose of houseplants to give a sense of bringing the outdoors into the space. - Simplicity
Both Scandinavian and Japanese styles rely heavily on reducing clutter by creating great options for storing everything you need. You’ll know this if you’ve ever watched Marie Kondo’s show on Netflix or seen a cosy-looking cabin on the edge of a Norwegian spruce forest.
Japandi furniture styles tend towards being simple in their design also, with minimalism being an overall theme of the style. By helping you to reduce clutter, Japandi design can help you live a more relaxed life. - Neutral Colours
Japandi uses very neutral colours to create a muted look that isn’t overly intrusive to the mind. Bright colours can be somewhat distracting and not suited to everyone. A more natural colour palette can be perfect for a room that you want to be a source of calm and stillness. - Comfort
Creating comfortable spaces is a key part of the Japanese-Scandi fusion. Both of these individual styles are big on creating spaces that allow you to relax and unwind from the stresses of everyday life. This is why the design is simple, muted and natural – comfort of the mind and body is the goal.
- Functionality
Japandi encourages you to only have items within a space that have a function. That could be a decorative item, like a plant, which cleans the air. A bed to sleep in. A beautiful metal light to illuminate the space in the evening. You can still have ‘stuff’ it should just be done with thought, creating a functional space that works for you without causing stress.
- Curves & Lines
A lot of Scandinavian furniture uses very strong lines, whereas Japanese furniture uses curves. You can combine these elements to create a unique Japandi look. A lot of Japandi furniture also uses tapering of the legs of a sofa or table to add a level of elegance to the space, whilst ensure the piece is both structured, and soft at the same time.
- A Constant Flow
Japandi encompasses very zen, flowing feelings throughout, where even though everything does not match, it does all come together. This can be done with an overall natural, neutral theme, as well as trying to keep the majority of impactful materials, like wood, the same sort of tone. You can mix them together but some level of coherence is helpful when it comes to the overall ‘togetherness’ of the room.
Is It Time For You To Bring Japandi To Your Home?
Japandi is a fantastic combination of two very popular decor styles. How will you incorporate it into your home this season?