Japandi is one of the most popular interior decor styles for a reason. It’s a fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian styles which brings calm and organic elements to your home that many have come to love. Though it has been around for decades, people started to appreciate this style in the past few years causing its popularity to soar drastically. The style is distinctive but fits most personal preferences. It’s also one of the few interior decor styles that celebrates imperfection and promotes functionality. It’s easy and affordable to incorporate in your space since you can use thrifted or reclaimed pieces as decorations making it an ideal style choice for people on a budget. It’s also great for the environment as it discourages waste and overconsumption. Here are some tips on how to add japandi style to your home.
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Use Earth Tones
The first thing you should keep in mind when creating a Japandi style is the colour palette. This is the compass that will guide your choice of accessories and furniture. Japandi style is heavily influenced by nature so the colour palette should be more natural such as brown, green, mustard, and beige. It also uses neutral base colours such as black as the primary accent colour which offers a balanced contrast. Despite being minimalistic, this style is far from the plain white look that has also gained popularity in the interior design world. Japandi uses playful patterns in the form of pillows, rugs and wall art to add a unique touch.
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Add Plants
Nature is a huge part of Japanese and Scandinavian culture. It plays a crucial role in enhancing serenity and overall mental well-being which is highly valued in both cultures. Therefore, you need to add lots of greenery to create a peaceful space in your home. Most indoor plants work well in creating the perfect Japandi aesthetics. Opt for plants that require minimal maintenance especially if you’re a first-time plant owner, while still adding a sense of tranquillity such as snake plants, bamboo, bonsai trees, succulents, ZZ plants and Chinese money plants. 5 Low Maintenance Plants To Upgrade Your Space
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Use Lots Of Wood
You can never have too much wood in your space, especially if you’re going for the Japandi look. Not only is it a natural material but also wood makes a space feel warm and soft. You can use furniture and accent pieces to bring in wood tones to your space but make sure to use no more than three wood tones and use the right type of wood for an authentic Japandi-style home. You can choose between cedar, oak, pine, timber, cypress, mahogany, teak and red pine which are the most common types of wood used to make furniture and carvings in Japanese and Scandinavian architecture.
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Add Wall Texture
Japandi walls usually feature texture and one of the best ways to add this element to your space is by using fluted wall panels. They have a natural wood finish and neutral colours which are key elements of the Japandi style. Additionally, the results are quite high-end and can make your space look more luxurious yet relaxing. They are usually pricey if you buy them from the store. However, they are relatively simple to DIY. You can also use wallpaper with fluted panels printed on it to achieve this look without breaking the bank.
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Declutter Your Space
To achieve a Japandi style, you need to declutter your space. This style is all about minimalism and intentional design. It adopts the concept of danshari which means getting rid of items that create negative feelings. Therefore, everything in your space needs to be carefully curated, keeping only items that serve a purpose and have special meaning to you. It’s also important to ensure that the pieces you choose to keep in your space are simple and don’t have excessive embellishments. Lifestyle: 15 Easy Habits To Help Keep Your Life Free From Clutter
- Maximize Natural Light
As mentioned, Japandi style focuses on nature so when it comes to lighting, natural is the best. Using natural light also helps connect the indoors to the outside which is essential in creating a Japandi-style home. Let in as much natural light as you can. Use sheer curtains to allow light into your space while ensuring privacy. Add mirrors to reflect sunlight inside. You can also supplement with lamps for extra lighting. Go for fixtures with a minimalistic and natural look.
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Choose Low Height Furniture
To complete the Japandi look, add low height furniture to your space. This type of furniture is associated with Japanese culture, helping you achieve the Japandi aesthetic effortlessly. Low height furniture also helps your space look bigger and more luxurious. You either mix low height furniture with normal height furniture or you can commit fully to the style and use low height furniture everywhere in your home. If you choose to mix the designs, make sure that they go well together. For instance, a low-height coffee table matches with normal height couches but not the other way around. How Furniture Can Help Set The Mood In Your Living Room
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