One of the current hottest trends in interior design right now is Japandi style. This home decor aesthetic perfectly matches the best of Japan and Scandinavia in one hygge look. Though a relatively new trend, expect to see Japandi interior design pop up in your inspirational boards this year. 

What Exactly Is Japandi Decor?

Japandi design is the perfect combination of Scandinavian functionality and Japanese minimalism. This connection creates a feeling of art, nature, and simplicity that focuses on clean lines, bright spaces, and soft colors. 

Even their differences complement each other. Where Japanese style is sleek, Nordic interiors are rustic. The richer neutral hues of Japanese design balance Scandinavian homes’ crisp palettes and cut with that sterile feel. 

The Core Elements of Japandi

While Japandi is rooted in simplistic and minimalistic designs, it draws inspiration from Scandinavian home decor and focuses on function. Think natural materials, neutral colors, and minimal yet intentionally-curated decor. 

Neutral Tones

The core elements of the Japandi style are based on neutral tones. Calm, tranquil, and peaceful palettes are the go-to choices for these spaces. Sometimes, brighter colors are incorporated. 

Look for shades like grays, pale woods, oatmeal, beige, taupe, cream, and whites. Monochromatic neutral spaces using these tones can also have depth and intrigue the eye without adding too much color. 

Invite Nature

For Japandi style, much like for both Scandinavian and Japanese minimalism, greenery is critical. Sustainability is highly emphasized in Japandi decor, so the prevalence of natural materials, woods, and plants throughout the home emphasize the hygge feel. 

Clean Lines

When choosing furniture for a Japandi style home, clean lines prevail over organic shapes. As in traditional Japanese style, handcrafted and high-quality furniture pieces that will endure over time are preferred over pieces that will be tossed sooner. 

Furniture pieces like an August Thonet Bentwood Chair, Malmo Dining Table, Bentwood Ladder, Waltz Wall-Mounted Coat Rack not only feature the clean lines this style is known for. But, they also help keep the space organized, maintaining the rooms brighter and spacious. 

Minimalistic

The minimalist Japandi style calls for zero clutter, making it perfect for small spaces. Still, functionality and well-being are of the utmost importance. Instead of oversaturating a room with decorative pieces, textures are fabrics used to bring warmth and interest. 

The use of boxes and baskets paired with built-ins or folding screens helps keep everything organized and creates a sense of faux minimalism that works marvelously with Japandi style. It hides the excess items in a room, keeps things tidy, and still provides that zen-like atmosphere. 

Intentional Clutter

Although Japandi style calls for a minimalistic approach, it leaves room for intentional clutter. Here is where you can add personal touches that are still well-thought—for example, a cluster of books by the coffee table that exudes peace. Or a set of memorabilia items for past trips over a corner table. 

But, don’t dismiss clutter with disorganization. Everything in the Japandi home has a purpose and functionality. This will help you be more selective with the items you invite home.