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.

Picture yourself dining in a refined interior of a Chelsea, New York apartment, masterfully designed by Arsight. The space exudes an airy, white elegance, accentuated by unique art and a striking wooden table, surrounded by plush, comfortable chairs. A rustic brick wall provides an earthy contrast to the high ceiling, showcasing exposed beams for an industrial edge. Modern art pieces dress the room in harmony with the warm glow from the pendant light. The room's luxury is grounded by classic parquet flooring, tying together all elements in a seamless blend of style..

ロサンゼルスにある高級な広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、薪ストーブ、漆喰の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床、三角天井、パネル壁) の写真

バルセロナにある高級な中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、磁器タイルの床、グレーの床、表し梁、レンガ壁) の写真

A single-story ranch house in Austin received a new look with a two-story addition, bringing tons of natural light into the living areas.
オースティンにある高級な広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、三角天井) の写真

他の地域にある高級な広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、格子天井) の写真

L'intérieur a subi une transformation radicale à travers des matériaux durables et un style scandinave épuré et chaleureux. La circulation et les volumes ont été optimisés, et grâce à un jeu de couleurs le lieu prend vie.

Proposed dining area within a new extension to a 1930's bungalow.
サリーにある高級な中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、ライムストーンの床、暖炉なし、グレーの床、塗装板張りの天井) の写真

Scandinavian style great room
他の地域にある高級な広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (白い壁、薪ストーブ、グレーの床、漆喰の暖炉まわり、三角天井、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

Blanche linen texture curtains white
ニューヨークにある高級な北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、板張り天井) の写真

大自然に囲まれた薪ストーブが似合うおしゃれな平屋。ダイニングテーブルは丸テーブルとし、家族で仲良く食事ができるようにしました。背面には大きな腰窓を連続で配置して、新城の美しい山々を眺められるようにしています。
他の地域にある高級な広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (薪ストーブ、コンクリートの暖炉まわり、白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、板張り天井、壁紙) の写真

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.

Proposed dining area within a new extension to a 1930's bungalow.
サリーにある高級な中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、ライムストーンの床、暖炉なし、グレーの床、塗装板張りの天井) の写真

La reforma interior de esta casa unifamiliar en la ciudad de Barcelona plantea el reto de mejorar los espacios interiores sin adoptar decisiones radicales. La casa había sido reformada hacía no más de 10 años y eran condicionantes del proyecto mantener la cocina y uno de los baños tal y como estaban. Junto con la posición de la escala, el margen de actuación era pequeño. La propuesta de actuación busca trabajar en las relaciones que se establecen entre los diferentes espacios de la casa. La creación de aperturas de mayor dimensión, celosías, y puertas que desaparecen generan un espacio formado de pequeños espacios interconectados entre sí. La calidad del espacio generado recae pues en las visuales que atraviesan los diferentes espacios de la casa. A nivel técnico la propuesta también incluye la mejora de la eficiencia energética del edificio mediante la mejora del aislamiento térmico de toda la casa. Se actúa por el interior para respetar la fachada exterior de la casa que se encontraba en buen estado. La materialidad de la propuesta busca un espacio de cariz minimalista pero acogedor. La paleta de colores es simple y radical, con el blanco y negro como protagonistas. El uso de la madera de roble en pavimento y elementos del mobiliario, y los elementos textiles dotan el espacio de la calidez adecuada para un hogar.

A single-story ranch house in Austin received a new look with a two-story addition, bringing tons of natural light into the living areas.
オースティンにある高級な広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、三角天井) の写真

（手前から）雁行型に配置したリビング・ダイニング・ワークスペース
東京23区にある高級な広い北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、クロスの天井、レンガ壁、白い天井) の写真

他の地域にある高級な中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (白い壁、コンクリートの床、暖炉なし、白い床、クロスの天井、壁紙、白い天井) の写真

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他の地域にある高級な中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、ベージュの床、クロスの天井、壁紙、白い天井) の写真

東京都下にある高級な中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、ベージュの床、三角天井、壁紙、白い天井) の写真