Japandi style: minimalist par excellence

One of the hottest trends in interior design is the japandi style. It's a combination of two popular styles. Relying on a single style sometimes depersonalizes rooms too much. The combination of two styles, on the other hand, is a good solution to mitigate the effects of relying on a single style. After reading this article, you'll know all about japandi style and how to use it in your home.

Where does the japandi style come from?

This style is a combination of two others that have much in common, despite their diversity: Scandinavian and Japanese. The former is characterized by elegance, simplicity, clean lines, light neutral colors, vintage references and the presence of nature. The Japanese style, too, has clean lines, wide open spaces and a lot of nature, but darker wood colors and a few black accessories draw the eye and generally make the whole look more elegant.

Characteristics of the japandi style

The main elements of the Japanese style should therefore be sought in the points of contact between the two styles mentioned just above

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  • Essential, minimal lines, where harmony of form and space are paramount;
  • Light, neutral tones, warmed by the warm, dark hues of the Japanese style;
  • Functionality and essentiality of décor elements: everything in its place and role, banishing superfluous furniture and decoration.

These fundamental characteristics are the result of the perfect combination of two styles: Scandinavian and Japanese.

On the one hand, there's the Scandinavian style, which has everything you need to be happy in a comfortable home. With the warmth of a soft plaid, a cup of tea, a fireplace or lit candle, soft lights and above all minimalist furniture and decor. On the other hand, the Japanese style, which seeks beauty in imperfect things.

The contribution of this second style is fundamental to the very essence of japandi style, as it leads to the inclusion in japandi style of a passion for furniture and handcrafted objects, imperfect indeed, but unique and destined to last thanks to their solidity.

The colors of japandi

The color palette of this style starts from the neutral Scandinavian basics of white, gray and ivory. Dark wood, charcoal and green are often added. Colors often used for accessories, such as black and gold, add a touch of elegance.

The materials of the japandi style

Several materials are found in the japandi style, first and foremost wood, both in the light variant more closely related to the Scandinavian style, and in the darker, brown tones typical of the Japanese style. Wood is also used extensively on the floor, with parquet flooring. Wood is then often accompanied by natural fabrics for the various curtains and upholstery coverings. Raw fabrics such as cotton are joined by some of the more sought-after fabrics of Japanese origin, such as velvet, silk and satin.

Characteristics of japandi furniture

In the japandi style, furniture is generally low-profile. In Japanese culture, we try to satisfy the need to feel close to the earth: futons, low tables, very low cupboards. Furniture should convey order and lightness. It's interesting to vary the size of furniture, taking inspiration from both styles, with low and high furniture, taking care to create the right harmony throughout.

Our favorites:

  • AUSTER corner sofa
  • AUSTER sideboard
  • GIULIA armchair

The various accessories of the japandi style

In the japandi style, order and simplicity are fundamental characteristics. Accessories must be few and well chosen, each with its own useful and aesthetic function.

Even Scandinavian style is characterized by this minimalism, but in japandi style it's possible to add decorative elements that create welcoming environments, such as rugs and lots of cushions.

Our favorites :

  • ELLE mirror
  • The SANTIAGO rug

Lighting fixtures & the Japandi style

Much to be found in the Japandi style are lighting fixtures made from natural materials, such as bamboo, reminiscent of the lightness and style of Japanese lighting, but also fine metallic fixtures reminiscent of Western culture.

Our favorites:

  • The NOUR table lamp
  • The SULU table lamp

The japandi style: for whom?

In short, if you're a lover of clean-lined but warm interior design, a nature lover and a follower of the minimalist philosophy, then the japandi style is for you.