Finding an ideal Japandi wallpaper, or style of Japandi wall art can seem tricky – you don’t want to overwhelm the space and you want your walls to feel cohesive with the decor. Luckily it is easier than you may think! Read on for tips and suggestions for your Japandi wall art or wallpaper!
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What is the Japandi trend?
Japandi is the merge between Scandinavian and Japanese design styles, and is known for it’s focus on the natural, the simplistic and the cosy. Here the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi – which places emphasis on slow-living, simplicity and finding beauty in imperfection, meets the Scandi philosophy of Hygge – which focuses on comfort and wellbeing.
Whilst the two countries are geographically far apart, and culturally relatively different, this focus on serenity and simplicity make the two a perfect match. Whilst Wabi-Sabi can typically be quite dark and bare, the introduction of Hygge and it’s textiles and light colours provides the perfect balance.
What colours are Japandi?
Expect minimalist, highly functional designs with natural materials, excellent craftsmanship in a neutral colour palette. Mixed wood items, concrete and woody tones should make up the majority of the materials in your home, and walls and textiles will likely be in creams, taupe, khakis, chocolate browns and smokey greys.
If you’re looking for more information on how to incorporate the Japandi style in your home, check out my blog post detailing how to nail the Japandi trend!
What is Japandi wall art & Japandi wallpaper?
Every item found in a Japandi interior is without frills. Whilst this means we want to go for minimal clutter, it does not mean that we have to leave walls bare. Often, in Japanese decor you will find textured walls covered wood panels, stone or bamboo – so in Japandi decors we often see similarly textured artworks and wallpapers.
Abstract art or wall coverings in neutral tones often works best in a Japandi space. Art should be assymetrical, embellishing the wabi-sabi practice of beauty in imperfection. The Scandi focus means that it should also be made from natural materials, such as wood, wool, clay. We will often find the best matches in neutral tones, with chocolate browns or khaki greens providing a great contrast with mixed wood furniture.
Japandi wallpaper
Textured wallpaper is the key to adding interest to a Japandi interior without clashing with the minimalism of the rest of the space. When it comes to Japandi wallpaper – Belartestudio.com have the most striking wallpapers on offer, that I have found.
Asymmetric, abstract shapes on a block colour background, these pieces will add texture and intrigue to the walls of your home without clashing with the simple lines and white space of a Japandi interior.
This wall mural essentially acts as a piece of art, and certainly makes a statement without overwhelming your space. Handmade in sweden, this wallpaper replicates models of clay, giving a 3D look to the wallpaper.
Another piece from Belartestudio.com, the subtle etchings in this flat wallpaper again give the impression of texture, cleverly replicating a 3d look. The neutral tones look amazing against the whites, woods and linens that may well be making up the foundations of your Japandi home.
Japandi homes also often favour wood slat panelling to create interest. This is something that you can of course DIY, but can often be expensive. Luckily there are very affordable wallpapers that imitate the look of wood panelling quite successfully, and can add some contrast to an otherwise flat colour scheme.
Japandi wall art
When it comes to Japandi wall art, the number of things hanging from the wall should be kept to a minimum, so as not to interrupt the minimalism of the space. This means that gallery walls should be avoided, instead you should favour one or two large statement pieces of art, with abstract detailing.
The colour palette of these abstract pieces of Japandi wall art should maintain the neutral colour scheme of your Japandi home, whilst providing some contrast. Scandi designs often favour lighter colours, which means you can get away with lighter pinks and blues. Personally, I favour darker, moodier pieces of Japandi wall art – ultimately it is up to you!
Another form of minimalist art that makes an incredible statement piece is textured art and draped clay art. These monochrome example of Japandi wall art inject texture to otherwise flat walls and spaces, and look amazing against plain white walls.
This wall decor is created on a wood backing, pouring plaster over a draped fabric, then usually painted in neutral colour with acrylic paint. The often neutral monochrome with the natural shape of draped fabric create the feel of organic minimalism.
Japandi wall hangings
Textured macrame wall hangings are typically associated with more Boho-style decors, however they are incredibly popular in Scandinavian design. The fabric textures embody the feeling of Hygge-style cosiness, and they therefore make a great piece of Japandi wall decor.
Mixing Hygge with Wabi Sabi, look out for asymmetrical pieces in neutral tones, made from quality wools, like this example from Etsy. This unique, handmade piece is made from natural, locally sourced materials from the artists environment and is described as being ‘full of rhythm, balance and harmony’.
A good Japandi wall hanging is a great way to enhance the natural feel of a space. A common theme in Scandinavian wall hangings is an abstract view of the Scandinavian landscape. You can see the rolling hills and mountains in these two handmade pieces below. This can be a beautiful nod to nature, whilst keeping it abstract can prevent it from clashing with the space.
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