What does the Japanese aesthetic "wabi-sabi" mean? What are the 7 elements of wabi-sabi style?
What is "wabi-sabi" aesthetics? Taoism originated in the Song Dynasty of China (960-1279) and was later introduced into Zen Buddhism, with the tenets of "harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility". The words "wabi" and "wabi" mean the beauty of simple tranquility, while "sabi" and "sabi" allude to the passage of time and the impermanence of all things. Wabi-sabi aesthetics appreciates the essence of simplicity and can create an atmosphere of comfort, peace of mind and calm through interior design, furniture, material transformation and techniques.
Back to basics
The beauty of wabi-sabi returns to the basics. The simple and casual layout presents asymmetrical but inclusive beauty. The combination of curvature brings the softness and elegance of the space. The simplified colors make the design elements harmonious and smooth, maintaining a "minimum" style.
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Bringing natural elements indoors
Use beige, high-end gray, dull, plain earth tones with native textures or textures, and decorate with stone, bamboo, rattan and other wood textures to bring nature indoors, add a sense of freshness to the space, and create calmness and peaceful atmosphere.
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warm lighting
The indoor atmosphere is rendered with soft and warm lighting, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere. As with the rest of the interior, you can choose lamps made of glazed earthenware with rattan, linen or natural silk tones or matte natural materials such as concrete and wood, or magnetic track lights with simple tones , meets various lighting needs, and perfectly matches the warm earth tones of Wabi Sabi aesthetics.
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Rustic floors and walls
Textured paint walls, concrete floors, art paints, diatom mud, etc. are natural and rustic materials. These materials have a certain texture without modification. The original texture will become cracked and delicate over time. The ground depicts the passage of time.
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retro furniture
Antique furniture with time deposits has its own unique characteristics, which can be used as an embellishment in the wabi-sabi style. Personalized leather seats, laminates, and antique mirrors can add warmth and personality to a simple space.
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handcraft
Handmade pottery art or ceramics from the local market are homespun elements, or even more so, homemade tableware, which adds some warmth and authenticity to the home decor.
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incomplete art
The Japanese art of Kintsugi embraces the element of impermanence by fixing broken pottery with gold, silver or platinum. Artistic sketches serve as unfinished creations, exploring ideas with an inspiring energy and openness.
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The blank aesthetics of wabi-sabi proposes another level of thinking, allowing the space to breathe naturally, advocating a free and original spiritual experience, allowing us to feel the purity and calmness of life, and conveying the spiritual beauty of a more settled lifestyle. Relax and bring you back to the simplicity of simple life with its calming warmth.
Wabi Sabi is a classic architectural form that has attracted the attention and challenge of many architects who love Japanese simplicity.For any architectural or interior design needs, please feel free to contact us:B-Studio online consultation
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