How To Create A Japanese inspired Interior

If your a fan of natural materials, open floor plans and minimal designs then you are sure to fall for the elegant styling of Japanese style interiors.

As with most Eastern interior design Japanese homes feature a perfect simplicity of clean lines, muted tones and serenity that will create an area of calm and contentment within your home.

Serene Sleeping

As with all other rooms of the home, a Japanese bedroom is designed to be an area of zen and tranquility where you can escape from the stresses of the outside world. Nature inspired colour palettes, simple low beds and exposed wood, room screens come together with elegant, natural fabrics to create a soft and inviting area to peacefully drift off to sleep.

Family Dining

Japanese people have a strong sense of family and unity, with the majority of meals eaten together as a family (no TV dinners!). Typical Japanese dining rooms are minimal in style with a simple yet practical dining table taking center stage in the room. Japanese dining tables are low to the ground but large in size to accommodate even the largest of families whilst the floor level seating is sumptuously cushioned to create a laid back ambiance that is both stylish and comfortable.

Bringing The Outside Inside

Traditional Japanese homes will feature a courtyard, atrium or indoor garden allowing the beauty of nature and the outdoors to be appreciated at all times. Miniature ponds, rockeries and bonsai trees serve to create a fresh and green backdrop that creates a living piece of artwork that adds to the spiritual nature of Japanese homes. If you are looking to recreate this look in your own home, begin with a miniature atrium or a singular bonsai tree for a simple and inexpensive hint of Japanese style.

Cherry Blossom

One of the most recognisable features of Japanese interior design is the delicate and beautiful imagery of the cherry blossom. This stunning image appears in variety of ways in Japanese interiors with dainty cherry blossom bonsai tress, cherry blossom printed fabrics and wall coverings. If you are a fan of florals then this elegant design looks great as a feature wallpaper or bedding design or for a more simple dash of pattern opt for small cushions, a miniature tree or even some cherry blossom pottery for a splash of feminine softness.

Furniture

When it comes to furnishing a Japanese inspired interior, natural woods and traditional designs add an authentic style that creates warmth and cosiness against the typically minimal decor. Warm walnut, mahogany and ebony are crafted with simple yet eye-catching carvings and handles for a culturally recognisable furniture design. If you are opting for one specific piece of Japanese furniture then the Japanese step chest or 'Tansu cabinet' is sure to add an authentic and functional focal point to your home interior.

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