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The Japandi style, a fusion of Scandinavian and Japanese cultures, originated more than 150 years ago when many Scandinavian architects, artists and designers travelled to Japan for inspiration. Interiors in this style reflect the decorative characteristics of both cultures. Japanese minimalism is known for its simplicity and harmony, aiming for balance and tranquillity, resulting in less clutter and furniture. The Scandinavian style is known for functionality, comfort, a sense of security and coziness, and subtle references to nature. Japanese and Scandinavian cultures share minimalism, simplicity, respect, and a love for handmade and natural materials.
Japandi is not only a style but also a philosophy that values unadulterated uniqueness and encourages the not hiding of flaws and imperfections of natural materials. Nature, modesty, warm tones, and creating cosy and tranquil spaces to spend time with loved ones all fit into the Japandi style.
JAPANDI STYLE IN THE KITCHEN
The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in any home. More and more people are looking for a decorative style that can easily be combined with different home areas. To create a Japandi-style kitchen, you can incorporate the following elements into the design:
1. Wood details. Wood connects us to nature and gives our homes a cosy, warm feeling. Combine wood with neutral natural or engineered stone kitchen islands, worktops, and partitions. The result is sure to be stunning! For stone interiors, choose designs inspired by natural patterns and shades from the leading quartz slab manufacturer “Cambria“, durable and maintenance-free natural granite products from “Sensa“, or innovative and sustainable surfaces from “Silestone” or “Dekton“.
2. For the Japandi style, a palette of neutral earth tones should be chosen. Light and warm tones can be combined with contrasting darker shades, but all tones should be natural and found in nature. Decorate the kitchen and dining room with simple-lined furniture. Minimalist Scandinavian design accents, such as chairs and tables, are perfect here.
3. Choose handmade ceramic pieces, such as vases and bowls. Ideally, these pieces are not perfectly finished and have texture and a unique character. Use subtle, natural elements in the interior, such as stone trays and cutting boards.
4. Choose natural linen or cotton fabrics in natural colors for kitchen textiles such as tablecloths, towels, or placemats.
5. Nature motifs dominate the Japandi style, so adding a little green without going overboard is important. For the kitchen and dining room, choose non-flowering plants such as monsteras.
Japandi style in the bathroom
The Japandi style in the bathroom helps to create an oasis of relaxation and tranquillity where it feels good to be. Here are some tips on how to apply the Japandi style in this room:
1. Use materials that evoke nature for walls, floors, and countertops—wood, stone, plaster, and putty that mimic natural textures. Choose colours that are naturally visible outdoors.
2. Minimalism and simplicity are important features of the Japandi style, so surfaces should be uncluttered and clean. Ensure the bathroom has enough space to store things out of sight.
3. You can physically separate areas of the bathroom or create a different atmosphere with wall finishes. Quartz, granite, marble, travertine, onyx, and other natural and artificial stone slabs in the Marmo Arc range are excellent for this.
Stone in Japandi-style interiors
When decorating a home in the Japandi style, the impression of naturalness and a connection with nature is essential. This is why natural or engineered stone is perfect for this style of interior design. Stone can be used for a wide range of applications: furniture, walls, countertops, kitchen islands, fireplace surrounds, stairs, walls, and even floors. And if you want just one more interior detail, you can choose stone coffee tables or trays.
Create cosy, elegant, and heart-warming interiors with Japandi. Marmo Arc offers a wide range of natural and artificial stone designs, from neutral and subtle to sophisticated and expressive. You can order a range of masterfully crafted for indoor and outdoor use.