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.

Foto: Kronfoto / Adam helbaoui - Styling: Scandinavian Homes
ストックホルムにあるお手頃価格の中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし) の写真

salle à manger, bureau ouvert, bar, fenêtres, plantes, parquet en point de Hongrie, moulures, blanc, bois, marron, table en marbre, table tulip Knoll, cheminé en pierre, miroir, tableau, chaises en bois.

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ミュンヘンにある中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、暖炉なし、茶色い床) の写真

Hector Santos-Díez
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Peter Landers
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фотограф Сергей Ананьев, стилист Наталья Онуфрейчук
モスクワにあるお手頃価格の中くらいな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、ベージュの床) の写真

Already a successful holiday let, but in need of updated decor and soul, the owner came to us looking to create a Scandinavian Coastal vibe. Removing the downstairs carpet and installing wooden floors as well as full decoration throughout with new fabrics adorning the windows. The outside was landscaped with new patio and BBQ area, creating a haven for guests to enjoy their holiday. Sea Breeze is booked on average 48 weeks per annum and is an excellent example of a consistent holiday home.

Für die Altbauwohnung einer Kundin sollte ein Einrichtungsplan einschließlich eines Farb- und Materialkonzeptes entwickelt werden: Leistungen · Entwicklung eines Inneneinrichtungskonzepts · Farb- und Materialkonzeption · Möblierungsplanung · Entwurf individueller Einrichtungslösungen (Esstisch Esszimmer) · Auftragsabwicklung Fotografie: Cristian Goltz-Lopéz, Frankfurt

The kitchen, dining and living area to the Bayswater new build architectural designed home. Architecture by Robeson Architects, Interior design by Turner bespoke Design. A minimal Japandi feel with floating oak cabinets and natural stone.

シドニ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、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、茶色い床) の写真

bluetomatophotos ©Houzz 2017
バルセロナにある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、暖炉なし) の写真

Foto: Gustav Aldin SE360
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Liadesign
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他の地域にある低価格の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、無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

他の地域にある低価格の中くらいな北欧スタイルのおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング) の写真