7 Japandi Kitchen Ideas To Inspire Your Next Interior Update
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Clean lines are key
Fuss-free silhouettes and practical design are key to a Japandi kitchen. This understated, minimalist look leaves space for subtle detailing, such as cane upholstery or ridged surfaces.
Image: 5143 White Attica, Saitama Kitchen, Caesarstone
Mix sleek and rough textures
Natural textures such as jute, cane, and rattan can be juxtaposed with sleek furniture for a pleasing finish. Rigid functional pieces work in the kitchen for practical purposes, while tactile pieces add a laidback feel that nods to the natural world.
Image: Heaven Rectangle 8-Seat Dining Table, Cult Furniture
Use colour to soften the space
Wooden furniture and surfaces are often naturally darker in colour, so lighter hues and pastel tones can be introduced to brighten the space and create an airy feel.
Image: Dakar Kitchen, Wood Works Brighton
Made from beautiful mango wood, this rectangular chopping board is a practical addition to any kitchen and a useful tool for serving snacks to guests. The light wooden tones make it a perfect addition to a Japandi-inspired interior.
Add a homely touch
Given the functionality of Japandi kitchens, much can be missed in creating a sense of personality. However, it’s important to introduce aspects that make your space feel welcoming in order to tap into the Scandi half of the trend.
Finishing touches – such as lampshades, soft furnishings, and ornaments – give your space the sense of identity it needs to be truly inviting.
Image: Japandi Kitchen, Dekoria / @my_hygge_my_home
Look to organic shapes and textures
Japandi design looks towards the natural world for inspiration, so furnishings with curved silhouettes and perfectly imperfect textures work well. This is also a nod towards the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi, which finds beauty in imperfection and embraces uniqueness.
Image: Kitchen, Nedgis
Use a neutral colour palette as your base
Although the inclusion of other shades can be used to soften the feel of your space, a colour palette that centres around neutral, nature-inspired hues is essential in a Japandi kitchen.
Earthy tones feed into the wooden textures you’re guaranteed to use and are easy to pair with light wall colours and flooring options. Combined, your kitchen should feel, and look, soothing.
Image: Chris Dining Chair in Natural, Satara Australia
This cantilever chair is the perfect nod to Japandi style. The solid wood seat and cane detailing combines natural textures and beautiful details, helping you to recreate this Japanese Scandi fusion. The metal frame gives this design a modern update.
Use black as an accent colour
To create a feeling of depth, black – best used as a trim on furniture or decor – can be carefully added to your Japandi interior. It creates a stark visual contrast when used with neutral and earthy shades, and is a great way to highlight detail.
Image: Kenton Dining Chair, Cult Furniture
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