Clean, Natural & Neutral
Japan Meets Scandinavian Style
Comment from Chris Dance, Head Designer and Director at InHouse Inspired Room Design
Japandi combines the best of Japanese and Scandinavian design. It is highly functional, with clean lines, natural tones and a neutral palette. A Japandi kitchen provides the perfect setting to relax and unwind in at the end of a busy day.
Ample storage is central to achieving the Japandi look and ensuring that your clean lines remain as such! Maximise every inch of space to avoid cluttered work surfaces, with a combination of open and closed storage solutions to maintain some depth and interest. Curate items on open shelving that you want to display, while closed cabinetry offers plenty of space to store everything else.
In terms of aesthetics, the Japandi colour palette is neutral and calming. Soft greys, beiges, taupe and other neutral colours are ideal for creating a relaxing haven, especially when
coupled with a matt finish. If you would like to embrace the natural look, wood finishes offer warmth and soft texture to prevent the space from feeling too sterile. And there are many more contemporary options for including wood in the kitchen than shaker doors. For added texture, choose a cabinet front with vertical wooden ridges, or combine wood flooring and cabinetry in different tones for a warm, natural feel.
Don’t forget the details: a handleless kitchen will provide a clean, sleek look. And there’s no need to worry about oily fingerprints on your cabinetry, with innovative technology that prevents these dirty stains. So you can relax with a Japandi kitchen that is tidy, calm, and clutter-free.