Japandi Color Palette
Updated Janaury 7, 2022
Japandi is a term growing in familiarity. If you are unfamiliar with Japandi, the short definition is a hybrid of Scandinavian design and Japanese aesthetics. Japandi as a design style creates calm and serene environments and is inclusive of nature.
What is the Japandi Color Palette?
In short, layers of neutrals with accents of black and inclusion of greenery.
When desiging a Japandi space there are key elements which should inspire the design.
Japandi Design Elements
- Minimalism
- Modern Design
- Neutrals
- Cozy and Comfortable
- Natural Materials
Neutral Colors
In Japandi colors are vitally important - the key to Japandi is to keep it neutral. Japandi is also inspired by nature from Wabi-Sabi philosophy, so in addition to neutrals - be sure to include plants with greenery and natural materials (woods, marbles, metals). Examples of neutral colors include white, black, brown, beige, cream, grey and taupe.
Japandi neutral color palette.
Japandi and Neutrals
In Japandi you can layer different tones of neutrals to create unique and serene environments. The Japandi design aesthetic focuses on minimalism and natural materials, so it’s no surprise that the Japandi color palette is neutral tones with a grounding element of black and accent of nature (greenery).
In Japandi the key to using neutral colors is to keep it on the lighter side and only use black or dark shades as an accent.
At times, a minimalist neutral palette can come across as one-note – however layering the neutrals can be inspired and create comforting environments.
Closeup of wood furniture showing its beautiful imperfections.
Using neutrals on a feature piece can even bring out its most beautiful imperfections when set in a clutter-free space with ample natural light.
Japandi Color Palette Inspirations
Neutrals can be applied to your Japandi space in a variety of ways - furniture, textiles, decor, window treatments, walls/ceiling/floor, and lighting.
Japandi room layered with neutral tones and greenery.
Following are Japandi pieces showcasing the Japandi Color Palette to inspire your Japandi exploration.
Japandi Furniture
Ash & Cord Accent Chair / $929
The Ash & Cord Accent Chair incorporates modern design with natural materials to make a stunning Japandi accent seat for any Japandi Room.
Material/Color: Solid Ash Wood Frame | Natural cord Seat
Dimensions: 30.5" x 27" x 42" (W x D x H)
Lounge Chair - Seal & Cocoa / $599
Minimalism and natural materials are featured in the Lounge Chair in Seal & Cocoa. Use as seating in a Japandi Living Room, Office or Lounge space.
Color: Seal
Material: Malaysian oak legs in cocoa color | Fabric (100% polyester)
Dimensions: 28.5" x 30.5" x 30" (W x D x H) | 15" SH
Walnut Wood Dining Table / $2159
The Walnut Dining Table is a striking example of minimalism and natural materials and the perfect setting for a Japandi Dining Room.
Dimensions: 78.5” x 35.5” x 29” (W x D x H)
Matte Black Coffee Table / $1279
The Matte Black Coffee Table is the perfect black accent to your Japandi Living Room. Made with powder coated aluminum and marble, the table is sturdy, durable and has a minimal design. Top the table with your living space essentials or Japandi scents.
Material: Powder coated aluminum and marble
Color: Matt Black
Dimensions: 31.5" x 11.8" (Diameter x H)
Soft Cream Ottoman / $899
The Japandi Soft Cream Ottoman is cozy addition to any room. Use the Japandi Soft Cream Ottoman as a footstool, table or seat and add a comfortable softness in a neutral color to your room.
Material: Boucle Fabric
Fabric and Finish: Constructed of shaped polyurethane foam with 3 distinct dense layers. Structure is a wooden frame. Solid wood legs with black stain.
Color: Cream/White
Dimensions: 25" x 38" x 14" (W x D x H)
Rocking Chair with Armrest / $349
This rocking chair has a clean design, overstuffed seat cushions and a soothing motion that will cozy up your Japandi interior.
Material: Fabric, Wood Legs
Color: Beige
Dimensions: 26.4" x 29.5" x 33.5" (L x W x H)
Assembly: No Assembly Required
Japandi Home Decor
Black Base Bins (Set of 3) / $85
The Japandi Black Base Bins (Set of 3) are a striking way to add natural contrast and the Japandi black accent to your space. Use for various storage needs and to bring natural materials into your room. The bins are made of the natural material, Jute, and are natural and black in color. The bins are sustainably handmade by Fair Trade artisans.
Material: Jute
Color: Natural and Black. Due to the handcrafted nature, slight variation will occur in design, color, and size.
Dimensions: Small 6" Tall X 7" Round (Bottom) | Medium 7" Tall x 8" Round (Bottom) | Large 7.5" Tall x 9" Round (Bottom)
Jute Baskets with Handle - Natural (Set of 2) / $139
The Japandi Jute Baskets are Japandi in both function and in their natural material. These baskets are not only great for storage but can also be used to hold potted plants or rolled linens. The Japandi Jute Baskets are sustainably handmade by Fair Trade artisans.
Material: Braided Jute
Color: Natural. Due to the handcrafted nature, slight variation will occur in design, color, and size.
Dimensions: Small 12" Tall x 12" Round | Large 14.5" Tall x 14.5" Round
Handmade Wool Braided Rug - Neutrals / $499
The Japandi Handmade Wool Braided Rug - Neutrals is an easy way to tie a Japandi room together. Handmade wool with colors including blacks, whites, greys, and light shades of browns - this rug is a great example of the Japandi Neutral Color Palette.Material: 80% Felted Wool - 20% Cotton
Color: Each rug is unique.
Dimensions: 4 x 6 ft
Un-Dyed Organic Cotton Blanket / $149
Cozy up to this soft layer, the Un-dyed Organic Cotton Blanket. The blanket is unprocessed and free of chemicals from farm to family. Once laundered the fiber will blossom into an irresistible crinkled texture.
Material: 100% Fair Trade and Certified Organic Cotton
Color: Un-Dyed
Dimensions: 60" x 75" when it arrives. The grid weave will become more and more pronounced after a few washings until it is about 52" x 66".
Japandi Lighting
Black Cone Pendant Lamp / $189 / $429 / $629
The Black Cone Pendant Lamp incorporates both layered lighting and a black accent into your Japandi room. Available in 3 sizes with a slightly different cone shape, the Black Cone Pendant Lamp can add soft controlled lighting when used with a dimmer. Use larger pendants in rooms with ligher ceilings and larger square footage.
Material: Carbon steel | Aluminium
Color: Black Shade with Chrome Base
Dimensions: Small: 9" Diameter | Medium: 21.5" Diameter | Large: 27.5" Diameter | Max Height: 70.8"
Bulb: Not Included
3-Globe Bubble Pendant Lamp / $359
With soft colors and organic shapes, the 3-Globe Bubble Pendant Lamp is a calming light source for any Japandi room.
Color: Gold
Material: Metal + Glass
Glass: Smoky
Dimensions: 33.5" x 47" (D x H)
Bulb: 3 x E26 40W (not included)
In summary, the Japandi Color Palette is all about layering neutrals, accents of black and incorporating plants and natural materials.
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