Japandi Philosophies

Japandi is a hybrid of Wabi-sabi from Japan, and Hygge from Denmark.

Wabi-sabi

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Wabi-sabi, as summarized by Richard Powell, nurtures all that is authentic by acknowledging three simple realities:
~ nothing lasts,
~ nothing is finished,
~ nothing is perfect.

Wabi-sabi is often condensed to "wisdom in natural simplicity."

wabi originally referred to the loneliness of living in nature, remote from society;
sabi meant "chill", "lean" or "withered".

Around the 14th century, these meanings began to change, taking on more positive connotations.

After centuries of incorporating Buddhist and Chinese influences wabi-sabi evolved into distinctly Japanese.

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Wabi-sabi is a Japanese philosophy which is often condensed to “wisdom in natural simplicity.”

Wabi-sabi is a calming philosophy reminding us of the beauty in being in harmony with nature. Wabi-sabi as a design inspiration creates calm, serene and inviting interiors by balancing minimalism & nature. 😌🌱💕

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Wabi-Sabi Fundamentals

  • Celebrate Imperfection

    Embrace the beauty of imperfections, nothing is perfect.

  • Embrace Wear-and-Tear

    Materials age over time becoming more interesting.

  • Natural Simplicity

    The wisdom in natural simplicity and appreciating the most basic.

  • Natural Materials

    Seek out durability, sustainability, circularity. Respect natural materials and spaces.

  • Change in Thought

    Embrace the idea of less, minimalism, celebrating wear-and-tear, imperfections and nature's beauty.

  • Mental Health Benefits

    Promotes feelings of calmness and serenity. Reduces perfectionist thinking, stress, depression and anxiety.

Wabi-sabi Natural Inspiration

clay pot and wall hanging celebrating wear & tear
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beauty of nature's imperfections, closeup
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Nothing lasts, nothing is finished, nothing is perfect, nature scene
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Here’s a few easy tips to embrace the wabi-sabi design philosophy in your Japandi inspired interiors.

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Functional Essentials

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Focus on functional essentials, keep your space as clutter-free as possible - what do I really need in the space.

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Plants make people happy. 🌱😌

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Embrace nature; include plants, natural light, furniture and decor made from natural materials.

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Beauty in age & imperfections

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Embrace their beauty, durability and imperfections as natural materials (wood, stone, patina metal, ceramics) age.

wabi-sabi / appreciating life is transient and enjoying the beauty in transformation and imperfection. 😌🌱💕

Japandi helps calm down humans & the planet with conscious living focused on minimalism, nature, neutrals & comfort. 😌🌱💕

Japandi Supply House is dedicated to calm, serene living. Japandi inspires deep breathes and peaceful feelings. We curate the thoughtfully designed, harder-to-find, next level cozy in Japandi lifestyle and home.

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