The look of a calm and natural Japanese interior is becoming increasingly popular. But how do you create this look? We would like to give you 5 tips for designing a living room, kitchen, bathroom or other room in Japanese style.
An important aspect within Japanese interior design is Wabi Sabi. Wabi stands for simplicity and tranquillity, and Sabi stands for beauty shaped by years. Wabi Sabi therefore embraces the soothing beauty of the ephemeral and imperfect, and the appreciation of the integrity of natural objects and processes. A lived-in Japanese interior with natural materials contributes to an awareness of impermanence and commitment to design.
Natural materials that fit perfectly with a Wabi Sabi interior include wood, bamboo and copper. These materials age over the years and therefore become more beautiful. So you can opt for wall coverings made of Shou Sugi Ban wood, or bamboo accessories. Both materials create a peaceful look and are also a sustainable choice.
Japanese interior design encompasses love for nature and the connection between people and nature. Creating this connection in the interior can be done with large windows and glass doors. By using a lot of glass, natural light from outside can illuminate a living room. In addition, indoors, you can fully enjoy the outdoor environment.
Light in the home can also be achieved through the use of light colours. Therefore, in a Japanese interior, you often see the colours, beige, white and grey. But these colours are also combined with contrasting colours such as black, brown or anthracite. For example, a white wall combined with a wooden floor and black window frames.
The last element not to be missed in a Japanese interior is ”green in the house”. Think of a nice tree in the house, hanging plants on the ceiling or plants on a shelf. The more green, the better.
Are you going for a Japanese interior? Then the tips above are the first steps towards a calm and natural look in your home.
We have put together two Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban sample boxes: one for interior design applications and one for façade cladding.
That way, you can experience the attention, care and love we pour into each piece of wood yourself. And, of course, the beauty and exclusive looks the various textures have to offer.
