HOW TO DECORATE JAPANDI STYLE (and what is it?!) 🎎

[@christareed2716]

Back in the 70's my graduating thesis for my Environmental Design degree was, "Japanese Versus Scandinavian Influences", which included a slide presentation as well. My teacher was so impressed, she asked if she could use it in the future for her classes. I wasn't aware of any "Japandi" design style at the time. Who knows, maybe I ushered in the trend! Christa Reed

[@alexandra6864]

@@chiduong8218 slide film presentations with a projector. I think that’s how they did it back then.

[@kelliepatrick519]

@@chiduong8218 Kodiak was famous for the slide carousels that worked with projectors. (we're not talking about Power Point on computers, lol).

[@suesjoy]

@@chiduong8218 😀😀😀😀 you’re funny

[@jjpanda]

That’s awesome!

[@aliceGpeck]

Do you have a copy of your thesis? I would love to look!

[@satoshisaito6435]

Me and my fiancé always talked about combining the Scandinavian and Japanese style together I love this concept. I am half Scandinavian from Iceland and he is Japanese Polynesian. We both share the love of minimalism and I am very excited to put this concept into the apartment we just moved into. I think also Ikea is a great store to check out for this style too :)

[@judylloyd7901]

Polynesian would go nicely in the mix, I would think. Natural colours and textures, and the woven grasses etc.. 😁😁👍

[@juhorytkonen6421]

@Soa Lena Tjøstheim Eide That's geographically definitely true. Though worth to mention here, when talking about Scandinavian Design, Finland & Iceland have arguably had even more influence on the Scandinavian design modernism movement than some of the actual - geographically - Scandinavian countries.

[@euphoreiaa]

This is definitely my style and I didn't even know it has a name!

[@carolebuckle7977]

Snap.... I have done the same & never knew 😂🇬🇧x

[@trippyflippy8107]

me too

[@diosaurus7819]

Same!

[@diosaurus7819]

I used to call it something along the lines of 'earthy minimalism'.

[@dariannyv765]

💛Exactly the same

[@minimini550]

This Scandi has always thought that Japanese interior design looked so much like what I know from home. I sometimes (more often than I would like to admit tbh...) have trouble telling wether a room is Japanese or Scandinavian. A lot of Danish design is very popular in Japan and if you know what to look for you can spot Danish pieces in almost every Japanese room tour! It’s fun how more or less the same idea can originate in very different cultures located so far from each other. Side note: I also see a lot of “home” in quite a lot of Korean interior pictures/videos - I’m not sure if it’s because Japanese/Scandinavian decor is popular there though or if it’s yet another similar style of its own.

[@ToniAnnBarandon]

I love that, too. Ultimately, no one can claim an idea as their own. All ideas belong to Inspiration.

[@3fishermans]

I loved your Japandi! I am Japanese, born and raised, and just love Japanese design especially by westerners. Thank you so much for your amazing work!

[@CKatze-tx9wf]

I'm so jealous of you that you were born there. The food, the design, the culture... just everything.

[@dominiccruz1201]

It is so refreshing to see a video that not only conveys a sense of style but also captures all the elements for simple living. We are in the process of moving from our current home and looking for other options in creating a home with less clutter. I have alway been a fan of minimal living but have to also incorporate the love of a cozy home for my husband. It will be a new chapter and keeping my fingers crossed that we will find something that we will both enjoy together. I look forward to seeing more of your videos and will share your ideas with him. Thank you for sharing.

[@20128096]

I am going through a lot of videos which teach Japandi style, I can honestly say your explanation and points out-beat most! Will watch more of you now on! Awesome work

[@dawn953]

by far she is the only one i've seen that actually talks about the technical and details of the materials used .. thank you.

[@lesleyegbert4807]

This is the best Japandi video I've seen because it gives due weight to the Japanese side of the style. All other videos I've seen on here are very Scandi-focused. Thank you for your thoughtful treatment of the subject.

[@aviewer9516]

I love, love, love Japanese graphic art designs - simple, yet elegant and sophisticated.

[@davidarguelles569]

Best Japandi introductory vid out there! 🙌 Could you please do one on Junglalism and Jungalow?

[@PoshPennies]

My video on boho decor would cover a lot of what makes up jungalow :) I'd recommend starting with that!

[@cheyennexonails]

I think this might be the best Japandi video I had seen. Really covering all the bases!

[@samijust8689]

I can always be in the mood to listen to Posh Pennies- her voice is relaxing and her content is inspiring.

[@bgcm1995]

I saved all these videos for when I finally move out and i did! Re watching all these to decorate my apartment.

[@carmenm.4091]

Aha! That’s why IKEA is doing so well in Japan 😃

[@Reina.Nijinsky]

IKEA does well in any country/culture 👍🏼

[@cesarbattistini]

If they where here on Brazil they would sell a lot! The problem is our money is currently worth nothing hahahahah

[@Arginne]

@@cesarbattistini were right behind you with the USD 😩

[@cesarbattistini]

@@Arginne no you are not. 1 usd is 5,30 reais.

[@kelliepatrick519]

@@cesarbattistini Much love from your friends in the USA :)

[@rohpblze]

Great compilation! I’d say this is one of the best videos on Japandi so far.

[@Traveleatrepeat.240]

Never knew my indescribable preference had a term ..... ❤️✨

[@aidaagolli1222]

Very clear, concise and straight to the point video. You had me really focused for those 10 minutes and I learned extremely a lot. Thank you!

[@fyandinggi6311]

Finally I find this kind of channel talking detail about architecture design style/theme but yet the explanation is so simple

[@jesmiscellaneous8938]

Wow. This was really informative and inspiring without being cliche and shallow. Appreciate the images used as examples and also the pointers on where to shop!

[@sher___lee]

the best ID video i've ever watched thus far !

[@marcellax4556]

Thank you so much! I literally just learned the term Japandi yesterday and plan to decorate my living room and bedroom in this style with the exception of low-to-the-ground furniture. I’m 5’9” and it’s too difficult to stand from a low couch or bed.

[@heidi9731]

I have LOVED this style for a while now and this was amazing seeing it explained so beautifully. Thank you!!

[@hoale11]

Great video. I have never heard of Japandi before. I love the design that embraces imperfection, both padtel and dark tone colors - just like yin and yang. Thank you.

[@deborahhenderson2506]

Love this style...pure sophistication

[@abdulhaffizumar4564]

awesome explanation of the Japandi concept, I unconsciously implemented most of these ideas in my space, i guess it comes with being a minimalist at heart

[@masteringfemininepower]

Your video is the best and most detailed and clearly defined explanation of Japandi that I’ve seen, really excellent, thank you so much!

[@heidimeigs5192]

This appeals to me very much now that I’m old. I’ve been a French country/ Shabby chic lover for yrs, but even old people evolve and stretch. I think I like it because I’ve downsized and greatly simplified my life. And I have always loved only white walls, and functional wooden furniture, not too formal or fussy. This was very interesting to watch.

[@bubblesplashGK]

I love how u mentioned the different focus points and that japandi is not one clear style but also can be more on the japanese side or on the scandi side. Now i realised that indeed i am a japandi person but leaning more towards the japanese side.

[@bronwynhenry2785]

LOVE how practical you are!! Please keep up the how to and how NOT to examples!

[@raincraze]

This was so concise and informative! Loving your channel I’m so glad KZbin recommended it

[@michelleabrams4472]

yes yesss yesssss!!! I LOVE THAT THERE IS A NAME FOR THIS STYLE NOW! I've always been a fan of Japanese style interiors, but not the hardcore tatami room and bamboo everything style!

[@kimakiniifriends]

I love this term, this aesthetic, and also how we spell our names the same way!

[@Bardhylius]

Excellent explanation! You're clearly very talented at what you do and can convey it eloquently.

[@beany1944]

it is beautiful and warm and simple. The low furniture however can become a problem for some older people, struggling to get up from low furniture, there are lots of them who love modern furniture. I see this time and time again with the older generation, from 65+ sometimes even younger and also disabled people.

[@bc6491]

Great video! So informative I watched it multiple times. I’m a big fan of Scandi/modern but wanted a bit warmer color palette. Love the Japandi muted earth tones & especially those wood slat walls!

[@danabrown2391]

Yes, me too! Whenever room pictures pop up in this video of warm, light woods instead of almost all black and white, my heart goes ahhh..!

[@yumnaamjad2637]

Your guide was so wholesome I felt taking a professional class please do more such videos on different styles ❤️

[@laurac5451]

Best video here. So many other people are claiming japandi and cluttering up their spaces i need simple easy ideas.

[@mariannemccracken3603]

I love simple places in nature and want to try to incorporate them in my home. Thank you for your ideas and suggestions.

[@pollykatso397]

I can't wait for your next video, Vivien, each time you upload! Thank you for all the tips, the information and the suggestions! I have already applied so many during my home renovation and the results are fabulous! Could you please also make a video on the French Style?

[@PoshPennies]

thank you! i will add it to the list 💗

[@vickylim3669]

I love your videos! Very well prepared, clear and complete. Keep your videos coming. Thank you!

[@misterrodrigo1980]

Great video! I'd like you to touch on the French Contemporary interior design style. I think it's very pretty :)

[@deborroni]

I always look forward to your new uploads. I absolutely adore your videos. They are so well put together with the edits, photos, and soft background music. It shows that you really put a lot of thought and effort into making them. Also, your way of breaking down the styles, giving thorough proof and explanations, and even more your passion for home decor is inspiring! 😊 As long as you keep uploading, I'll keep watching. Much love! ❤

[@hanab837]

This is 100% my style! Thank you for these tips to pull it together.

[@BB-dc3im]

best home design youtuber by far! you deserve more subscribers! i'm sure they'll come soon

[@reeorchids]

This is exactly what I was looking for.. you have beautifully explained the amalgamation of two similar yet micro distinct design profiles. Glad KZbin recommended and I listened😃… Subscribed👍🏼

[@RTHSV]

I LOVE THIS VDO of YOURS! Its the best explanation story of japandi style in youtube!! Im obsessed! Thanks for creating this content just in time for my home interior development stage. I have a question on Wabisabi style, i also kinda like it too but no good vdo is found about it yet.. can u help explain more briefly?

[@mariannemccracken3603]

Thank you, I love the way of the clarity that you have and the messages that you cover as well.🤗😊

[@evelishka]

Very informative and short - just perfect! Thank you for all your work you put there. I wasn’t aware of this style and apparently that’s what I was trying to achieve in my last two homes.

[@retrofantasy]

Great presentation, precise and informative. Thank you very much.

[@greenlilac32]

I love that I discovered Japandi I’ve always been a fan of both Japanese and Scandinavian homes and never thought of combining the two Definitely my goal now lol

[@lindsaymcrae9985]

Another super helpful, insightful and practical video! Thank you so much, Vivien.

[@thestillroombotanicals2932]

This was the most helpful Japandi video I’ve watched. Thank you!

[@BrunoKalix]

This was most interesting! Your videos are clear, precise and didactic. I’m becoming such a big fan!

[@n8sterling727]

This is just fantastic! Great breakdown quality video and just what I was looking for.

[@mondinsel4235]

Now I'm not an expert, of course, so I can't say if this is on point or not. But as a complete layman wanting to understand japandi, this seems like an excellent video. Haven't come across another video yet that was so in-depth and accessible. Very helpful! :)

[@catherinebonanno6545]

Very nicely presented. Fun stuff.

[@karenprismadrigal7346]

WOW this is the perfect description of everything I love!! thats my style, thank you for the details 🙌🙌🙌🥰

[@sarat6787]

Yeah another video 🥳 Scandi and Japanese design! What could be better? 😍 Great video as always my friend ❤️! Love the music choice! I didn’t know much about Japandi 🍙 before you introduced it to me!! Love it!

[@ArvinOlano]

Ok but this video is so thorough I love it

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you Arvin 💖💘

[@XxTehBeAsTyxX]

I need that dining table at 0:52 wow that is beautiful

[@PoshPennies]

I love it too!! 😍

[@veiner99]

I adore this video !!! my compliments !!!

[@robyn3349]

Oh, I like this! The whole is so much more than the parts!

[@jsonwoon9275]

Omg this is very informative after i watch this, i just quickly subscribe to your channel its like watching online interior design school

[@rugs.ieireland]

We're loving this style! Hopefully it sticks around for a while, its great to have something thats as functional as it is stylish!

[@ninomercado3463]

Very informative. I finally found the name of the style that I want. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@felicirascooley1455]

i love Japandi style at home, you are good, this is informative, I am in it decorating my home

[@ednamiranova]

What a great video, you can't find anything like this in youtube anymore, well informed, right to the point, a lot of valuable information... became a fan of yours in a second. Thanks a lot!

[@imanehamdi1147]

Best video ever !! It’s definitely my style , I siding know it has a name ! Wow 🤩

[@deborahhuffman3231]

I love this style. Thank-you for your great videos.

[@JK-zt1ez]

Thank you very much for your explain. I am Japanese’s woman . I love this Style very much! 😆😍 I did not know this Style! Very beautiful..!

[@queenmermaid4935]

Wow did u drop the gems in this video, all the things I needed to know and more, thx u so much, I am going to get started on my project right away, just got a great headboard and dresser of Asian decor very high end at an estate sale, some ideas I had and u mentioned so it was the confirmation I needed, I am soo…excited, thxs again, I’m a new subbie❤

[@SourianteOrange]

Very practical and i formative video on an interesting topic! Thank you for your hard work behind this video.

[@WhiteWolfBlackStar]

Ahhh catering to the Eichler crowd I see! This is how my home was done up years ago. I grew up in Sunnyvale, so we had families coming over from Japan, and we lived near clusters of Eichlers! Best of both worlds 💕

[@ysabellaperez3377]

My favorite style! Thank you for explaining!

[@meldixon1918]

Awesome and helpful video, thanks for putting it together!

[@dawniamorales3770]

Okay, the emoji at 2:38 was hilarious...

[@PoshPennies]

😏 🤭

[@sha6628]

I had to go back and laugh at that....after asking what is that

[@Christoff6025]

Ahahhh same here!😅

[@ayakam2126]

Super informative, easy to understand, and lots of amazing ideas 🥰

[@mengiequirante2460]

Love it… I been loving Muji style now I’ll add some Scandinavian. 🙏💛

[@roseescobedo5919]

🍃Posh Thank for a complete Janpani description & definition. My home is a 3bdrm home dressed in Japandi Style. I feel complete, warmth, cozy & well setteled. I have Beige Walls, a Black Sofa, beatiful Beige & Black 6×9 Carpet & decor colors of Red, pinches of Yellow, Wooden fireplace & Hardwood floors. I do love my Space.

[@yeapieyeapie]

wow the perfect aesthetic!!! love it :DD

[@user-b3i2q]

Fascinating! I didn't realize that Japandi also included Scandinavian design. I only first heard the term today, so I'm still learning. But I just think it's interesting because I happen to have lived in Stockholm, Sweden, for 3 years in my 30s. Not only that, but I've been learning Japanese for the past year and a half. (I'm 44 years old now). So this is like... some sort of combination of two cultures I'm somewhat familiar with. --------- 3:00 omg there's kanji on the wall! ...Actually... ::squints at screen:: I just learned that second one this past weekend! 印 seal or mark. How cool! . Wait, actually, I recognize all of these kanji! "Monthly amount, fixed amount, service, began (or has begun)." -ummmmmm, not sure what that means. I'm at the level where I can recognize the kanji but I don't quite know what the sentences are saying, lol.... Okay I typed it into google translate and this is what it says that means: "We have started a monthly flat rate service." 月額定額サービス始めました。 And the part above it in red: 無印良品 ummm, this just translates as MUJI? I guess that's a company name or something. But that's so cool to see kanji in this video :)

[@rachellerachelle2931]

As someone who has lived in Japan for over 16 years I have yet to truly see the Japandi style here, especially in all the examples shown (which are more Western versions of the concept). Wood slat walls? In hotels or other public spaces, sure. Inside homes? Not so much. Dark walls or patterned wallpaper? Again, very very rare. Most walls here are off-white, and EVERY wall, including the ceiling, is wallpapered (it's a textured wallpaper). The only exceptions are in the shower/bath area and parts of the kitchen. I love Japandi style but it's actually quite hard to do here. Most homes are built cheaply out of cheap materials and only meant to last 20-25 years, so unless you are really rich, it's hard to have a home full of natural materials like real wood. Not surprisingly, Western trends like shabby chic, glam, farmhouse, and boho, are much more popular here, especially with younger people.

[@Kana-xb6rg]

Regarding rental housing, you are right. As for the detached house, people are free to choose materials and designs. Modern concrete homes are popular, but real wood homes are still popular. Especially second houses in summer resorts such as Karuizawa are often made of fine wood.

[@rachellerachelle2931]

@@Kana-xb6rg True, but that doesn't mean it's Japandi

[@TheCelestialhealer]

Well done!! Loved your video, thank you🙏

[@tfh5575]

ooo i love how in depth these vids are.

[@jeneth341]

More Japandi design, I super love this style minimalist but cozy and looks relaxing

[@dedeeeverman2374]

Thanks!

[@justkate158]

I would also recommend a Floyd bed for this style. You video was great.

[@Max47340]

Awesome video! Opened my mind to the beauty of simplicity!

[@ellag723]

Thank you very much for this video. It is extremely helpful. Question: does anybody know which brand sells a wooden bed as shown at 0:33?

[@kayelle8005]

What a fantastic series. Thank you.

[@ddiamondr1]

Your videos are just amazing! Thank you so much. That's a lot of work.

[@kaoritakahashi46]

I'm in Japan moving to a new flat so am searching through American interior design channels since I thought ppl there are way ahead in this field than in Japan. Then I find this Japandi introducing Muji and Karimoku...gave me something to think about our own brand...which I thought was boring. lol

[@sarajohanna6474]

I love this video! Thank you so much for the ideas!!! I now know where to go with my next projects!

[@minimini550]

For the ones interested: (vertical) wood slat walls and room dividers are ALL the rage in Scandinavia right now. All living rooms shown in local interior decor forums this past year have had them or has been about the get them installed 😂

[@lauritabotanika4777]

I loved this! So informative 🤩 I’m moving these videos like the mcm & scandi one & now this one! I’d really love to see a video on how to work with brick walls & the DOs and don’ts from your perspective!

[@gensoriano]

My first time coming across your channel and I super love how simple your explanations are. 💞

[@hiroki958]

I love your "Japandi" looking better and more comfy than our standard Japanese room. :) from Japan.

[@ruledbyvenus1859]

Simplistic, clean and functional. 💛

[@diyhomemelly3024]

I love this video! It's so peaceful and inspiring 🥰