Japanese home design

Imagine coming home to a space that’s not just beautiful, but also a peaceful retreat from the outside world. Sounds dreamy, right? I’ve been diving deep in

Discover the art of serenity with Japanese interior design. Explore the minimalist approach to decorating, creating a tranquil atmosphere in your home with natural materials and muted tones.

Japandi interior moodboards are one way to find inspiration for an elegant and understated home style that combines Japanese and Scandinavian design. I made this infographic to give you a quick breakdown of five of the key elements required for a Japandi, minimalist living room. But you can apply it to any room in your house!

Did you know that over 50% of new homes in Japan are designed with a minimalist aesthetic? You’ll find the modern Japanese house to be … Read more

Tokonoma, a Japanese-style alcove, is a space where you can display art objects in a Japanese-style guest room. It is also called "Toko."

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Thinking of renovating your kitchen to give it that timeless look? Get inspired by modern kitchen design that stays relevant.

On our website, see a teahouse, a Japanese garden bridge, a Japanese entrance gate, a machiai built by Hiroshi Sakaguchi in San Rafael, CA

I received an interesting note in response to yesterday's post about living with a traditional Japanese futon. The author of the note, Ko Nakatsu, took exception to my oversimplified blog-ready description of why futons are folded and put away, and wanted to set the record straight in greater detail (which...

Beyond facilitating spectacular places for social interaction, deep roof eaves result in a transitional boundary, and thus help smooth the connection between indoor and outdoor space.