Japandi - Asia meets Scandinavia

Geographically, Japan and Scandinavia are separated by many thousands of kilometres, but when it comes to interior design, the two supposedly opposing cultures fit together very well. The Japanese furnishing style stands for harmonious minimalism. Feeling good in a room, supported by colours, materials and coordinated furniture and furnishings, is of central importance. Influences of Chinese Feng Shui play just as much a role as the philosophical teachings of Zen Buddhism.

Scandi style also focuses on minimalism, but in combination with coolness and naturalness. Light colours, natural materials and clear, timeless shapes dominate. At the same time, this furnishing style does not appear cool at all, but radiates calm and practicality. Japandi now combines these aspects and is characterised as the furnishing style du jour by simplicity and homeliness. Functionality meets selected statement pieces, simple and straightforward forms dominate. The natural, light wood of the Scandi style contrasts with the dark wood typical of Japan.

In the area of wall colour and accessories, natural tones such as brown and beige are popular, complemented by grey and black. Colourful accents are set by restrained, darkened variants of blue, green and aubergine. Materials such as paper, earthenware and bamboo are a must, as are simple, high-quality textiles made of cotton, linen and wool.

Filigree furniture with clear lines and thin legs underline the simple and minimalist furnishings in Japandi. Timeless design classics are used as well as traditional Asian furniture such as the futon bed. By using selected accessories, however, the Japandi style can also be achieved with little effort: Japanese decorative objects, minimalist candlesticks, handmade vases and tableware, delicate teapots and plants such as bamboo spread Far Eastern-Nordic charm.