Japandi Style — The Art of Calm, Considered Interiors
Japandi: The Interior Style Built on Calm and Consideration
Japandi — the fusion of Japanese wabi-sabi and Scandinavian hygge philosophies — has become one of the most influential interior design styles of the past decade. It's a style defined not by objects but by the spaces between them: calm, considered, intentional. Every element earns its place. Wall art in a Japandi interior is chosen with extraordinary care — and when chosen well, becomes one of the most powerful elements in the space.
At Olive et Oriel, we've seen significant growth in the popularity of Japandi-appropriate art — neutral abstracts, fine art photography, simple botanical forms, and minimal landscape work — since we launched in 2015.
The Japandi Palette: Neutral, Warm, and Deeply Considered
Japandi interiors work within a carefully defined palette: warm whites, oak finish tones, charcoal and dark brown, soft sage and muted clay. There is no bright colour in a strict Japandi interior — all colour comes from material. In art, the same restraint applies. Browse our neutral art print collection for pieces in warm white, charcoal, and natural earth tones. Our canvas art in neutral tones is particularly popular for Japandi spaces.
Art That Belongs in a Japandi Interior
Japanese-inspired ink brush work, minimal botanical studies, fine art photography of natural subjects (mountains, forests, water), and abstract art with a quiet, contemplative quality are all natural fits. In a Japandi space, less is always more: one carefully chosen piece on a wall is more powerful than a gallery wall of many. Browse our framed art in natural tones or our matching sets in neutral palettes.
Hanging and Displaying Art in a Japandi Space
Single pieces hung with intentional space around them. Art positioned to create dialogue with natural light. The simplest framing — a thin oak finish or matte black border — keeps the focus on the work itself. Avoid oversized mats, ornate frames, or cluttered arrangements. For detailed hanging guidance, see our how to hang pictures guide.
Every piece is produced at our two manufacturing facilities of NSW — crafting Australian wall art since 2015. We deliver to over 40 countries worldwide, with custom sizing available on all prints. Over a decade of experience, every order ships within 24 hours with our satisfaction guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Japandi interior design?
Japandi is an interior design style that fuses Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics — specifically the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi with the Scandinavian concept of hygge. The result is a calm, restrained, deeply considered interior style.
What colours are used in Japandi interiors?
Japandi interiors use a restrained palette of warm whites, oak finish tones, charcoal and dark brown, soft sage green, and muted clay. There is almost no bright colour — all colour comes from natural materials.
What type of wall art suits Japandi style?
Minimal art with depth and intention. Fine art landscape photography, abstract art in neutral tones, and simple botanical studies are all appropriate. A single well-chosen piece is more powerful than a gallery wall in a Japandi space.
How many art pieces should a Japandi room have?
Typically one to three, chosen with great deliberation. Each piece should have significant white space around it. Avoid gallery walls and visual clutter — Japandi design is about the power of restraint.
What framing suits Japandi interiors?
Thin, simple frames in oak finish or matte black are the most appropriate for Japandi spaces. Avoid ornate, gilded, or thick frames.
