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Create a Japandi Style Home

What is Japandi style? Japandi interior design blends the smooth, crisp modern lines of a Scandinavian design with the functional and sleek elegance of the Japanese aesthetic and therefore creates a beautifully unique fusion between the two styles.

The key to nailing the Japandi design is to focus on creating a relaxing, calm, peaceful and comfortable environment. If you don’t add enough accessories to the space you can risk presenting a room that feels clinical and cold. If you add too many accessories and furnishings to the space you can risk turning your space into a Maximalist haven. It’s all about finding the balance - so our Interior Designer has provided you with some key do’s & don’ts to help you nail the Japandi vibe.

Whether it’s a Japandi living room, Japandi bathroom, a Japandi bedroom or a Japandi kitchen that you’re feeling inspired to create, we’ve explored the style in-depth so that you’ve got all the tools you need to create your dream Japandi home.

How to achieve the Japandi look:

  • Incorporate clean lines - look for lighting, vanities and tiles that are simply designed and structured
  • Style your home with earthy handmade accessories
  • Contrast is your friend! The key to perfecting Japandi decor is to incorporate dramatic contrast. For example, you can incorporate a rich timber floor, with black tapware and accessories to create real contrast.
  • An essential element to Japandi design is Minimalism
  • The Japandi colour palette is borrowed from the current Scandi trend (such as soft pinks, greys, tonal wood, etc.) - however, there are subtle differences as Japandi welcomes deep navy tones, mint and emerald green and darker tone woods.
  • Opt for a neutral colour palette (check out our Tint paint samples to help perfect your colour palette)
  • Let a bit of the natural outside world in - add plants & a splash of green!
  • Keep the room light and airy to ensure the light enters the room to create a calm atmosphere, sheer curtains are great for this!

Traps to avoid:

  • Don’t use too much light toned timber, if this is what you’re drawn to then Scandinavian might be your style!
  • Keep the bright and bold colours away, they don’t belong in Japandi interiors
  • Don’t over-clutter the room with a lot of accessories and unnecessary furnishings unless you’re after a Maximalist style
  • Ignoring the walls - don’t forget to add warm tones and textures to your walls
  • Don’t flood the room with a bright coloured feature wall

Japandi Style Ideas & Inspiration

11 products

  • Middleton Jade Porcelain Mosaic Finger Tile 12x92mm - The Blue Space
    Original price $220
    Current price $118 per sqm

    Middleton Jade Kit Kat Porcelain Mosaic Tile 12x92mm

    + 2 Colours

    If you’re looking to bring a striking feature to your space, then look no further than the Middleton collection. These tiles are petite 12mmx92mm ...

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  • Sunset Sage Avocado Satin Flat Ceramic Tile - The Blue Space
    $55 per sqm

    Sunset Sage Avocado Satin Flat Ceramic Tile 50x200mm

    The stunning Sunset collection consists of 50mmx200mm satin wall tiles, in four contemporary colours and two distinctive structures. These Sunset ...

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  • Castaways Silver Sage Gloss KitKat Porcelain Mosaic Tile 15x145mm - The Blue Space
    Original price $230
    Current price $112 per sqm

    Castaways Silver Sage Gloss Kit Kat Porcelain Mosaic Tile 15x145mm

    + 4 Colours

    The Castaways collection highlights the beauty of glazed porcelain mosaic, with an added interest of a three-dimensional look. These tiles come in ...

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  • Cottesloe Ming Green Penny Round Honed Marble Mosaic Tile 23x23mm - The Blue Space
    Original price $300
    Current price $250 per sqm

    Cottesloe Ming Green Penny Round Honed Marble Mosaic Tile 23x23mm

    + 36 Colours

    Delicate, sophisticated and subtle, the Cottesloe collection is a beautiful series of marble mosaics that bring a sense of serenity and elegance t...

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    REAL MARBLE
  • Middleton Mint Porcelain Mosaic Finger Tile 12x92mm online at The Blue Space
    Original price $220
    Current price $118 per sqm

    Middleton Mint Kit Kat Porcelain Mosaic Tile 12x92mm

    + 2 Colours

    If you’re looking to bring a striking feature to your space, then look no further than the Middleton collection. These tiles are petite 12mmx92mm ...

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  • Sicily Giada Green Gloss Zellige Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 100x100mm - The Blue Space
    Original price $103
    Current price $137 per sqm

    Sicily Giada Green Gloss Zellige Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 100x100mm

    + 1 Colour

    Transport yourself to Italy with the gorgeous Italian made Sicily collection. These beautiful tiles are hand-crafted with ever-changing materials ...

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    Italian Made
  • Sicily Giada Green Gloss Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 50x150mm Straight Pattern - The Blue Space
    Original price $118
    Current price $131 per sqm

    Sicily Giada Green Gloss Bejmat Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 50x150mm

    + 1 Colour

    Transport yourself to Italy with the gorgeous Italian made Sicily collection. These beautiful tiles are hand-crafted with ever-changing materials ...

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    Italian Made
  • Sicily Giada Green Gloss Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 75x200mm Straight Pattern - The Blue Space
    Original price $105
    Current price $132 per sqm

    Sicily Giada Green Gloss Bejmat Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 75x200mm

    Transport yourself to Italy with the gorgeous Italian made Sicily collection. These beautiful tiles are hand-crafted with ever-changing materials ...

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    Italian Made
  • Sicily Turchese Blue Gloss Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 100x100mm online at The Blue space
    Original price $108
    Current price $143 per sqm

    Sicily Turchese Blue Gloss Zellige Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 100x100mm

    + 1 Colour

    Transport yourself to Italy with the gorgeous Italian made Sicily collection. These beautiful tiles are hand-crafted with ever-changing materials ...

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    Italian Made
  • Sicily Turchese Blue Gloss Bejmat Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 50x150mm
    Original price $118
    Current price $131 per sqm

    Sicily Turchese Blue Gloss Bejmat Cushioned Edge Porcelain Tile 50x150mm

    + 1 Colour

    Transport yourself to Italy with the gorgeous Italian made Sicily collection. These beautiful tiles are hand-crafted with ever-changing materials ...

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    Italian Made
  • Tenerife Sage Gloss Cushioned Edge Ceramic Tile 107x530mm online at The Blue Space
    Original price $65
    Current price $73 per sqm

    Tenerife Sage Gloss Cushioned Edge Ceramic Tile 107x530mm

    + 2 Colours

    If you’re inspired by the beauty of Spain, then the Spanish made Tenerife collection is a perfect six choice for your new space. These tiles featu...

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    Made in Spain

Japandi Design 

Japandi interior design incorporates the sleek modern lines of a Scandinavian design, with the functional and chic elegance of a Japanese aesthetic. This creates a beautifully unique fusion between the two styles. This style favours a modern yet unique take on a calm and relaxing space. Think bold fixtures and fittings against wood textures and pale colours. Create a timeless balance that is harmonious and calm, yet exciting and contrasting.