Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, sits between the Living Room, Kitchen and Outdoor Patio. The modern electric fireplace wall is finished in distressed grey plaster. Modern Dining Room Furniture in Black and white is paired with a sculptural glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling windows and modern sliding glass doors expand the living space to the outdoors.

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

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ニューヨークにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、ベージュの壁、合板フローリング、ベージュの床、表し梁、板張り壁) の写真

In lieu of a formal dining room, our clients kept the dining area casual. A painted built-in bench, with custom upholstery runs along the white washed cypress wall. Custom lights by interior designer Joel Mozersky.

This mid century modern home boasted irreplaceable features including original wood cabinets, wood ceiling, and a wall of floor to ceiling windows. C&R developed a design that incorporated the existing details with additional custom cabinets that matched perfectly. A new lighting plan, quartz counter tops, plumbing fixtures, tile backsplash and floors, and new appliances transformed this kitchen while retaining all the mid century flavor.

L'espace salle à manger, avec la table en bois massif et le piètement en acier laqué anthracite. Chaises Ton Merano avec le tissu gris. Le mur entier est habillé d'un rangement fermé avec les parties ouvertes en medium laqué vert.

オースティンにある広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (白い壁、ベージュの床、板張り壁) の写真

シカゴにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、横長型暖炉、茶色い床、板張り壁) の写真

チャールストンにある広いカントリー風のおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、三角天井、板張り壁) の写真

オーランドにある広いシャビーシック調のおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (茶色い壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、茶色い床、塗装板張りの天井、板張り壁) の写真

他の地域にあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、マルチカラーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、壁紙、板張り壁) の写真

At the back of the residence, looking out onto a stone patio and Lake Carnegie, the dining table beckons a large family to gather. Above, the floating mezzanine is visible. Architecture and interior design by Pierre Hoppenot, Studio PHH Architects.

This Aspen retreat boasts both grandeur and intimacy. By combining the warmth of cozy textures and warm tones with the natural exterior inspiration of the Colorado Rockies, this home brings new life to the majestic mountains.

フィラデルフィアにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (青い壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、茶色い床、板張り壁) の写真

Chalet neuf à décorer, meubler, et équiper entièrement (vaisselle, linge de maison). Une résidence secondaire clé en main ! Un style contemporain, classique, élégant, luxueux était souhaité par la propriétaire. Photographe : Erick Saillet.

Exposed heart pine scissor trusses, birch bark walls (not wallpaper), oyster shell chandelier, and custom bar area.
他の地域にあるカントリー風のおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、表し梁、板張り壁) の写真

This terracotta feature wall is one of our favourite areas in the home. To create interest in this special area between the kitchen and open living area, we installed wood pieces on the wall and painted them this gorgeous terracotta colour. The furniture is an eclectic mix of retro and nostalgic pieces which are playful, yet sophisticated for the young family who likes to entertain.

ポートランド(メイン)にある高級なカントリー風のおしゃれなダイニング (朝食スペース、ベージュの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、表し梁、板張り壁) の写真

Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, sits between the Living Room, Kitchen and Backyard Patio. The modern electric fireplace wall is finished in distressed grey plaster. Modern Dining Room Furniture in Black and white is paired with a sculptural glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling windows and modern sliding glass doors expand the living space to the outdoors.