Japandi is a lovely way to bring together the cozy, practical feel of Scandinavian design and the clean, organized look of Japanese homes. It creates a space that feels naturally inviting and calm without being fussy.
If you want your living room to have that kind of quiet elegance, these 30 decorating tips are exactly what you need.
Group Dark Vases for Sculptural Interest
On a low console or coffee table, a collection of dark, matte vases sits in varying shapes and sizes. Their varied heights and silhouettes stand out against lighter surfaces.
Textured Dried Stems Add Organic Shape to Vases
On a coffee table, a tall, neutral-toned ceramic vase can hold a bundle of dried grasses and seed pods. The organic, wispy shapes of the stems provide a soft contrast to the smooth vase.
Introduce Organic Height with a Sculptural Tree
If a minimalist space feels bare, a large, sculptural dried tree can stand in a corner or by a window. Its unique branching form and textured appearance are distinctive.
Ground an Open Space with a Dark Wood Console
When a seating area needs definition, a long, dark wood console table can hold lamps and decor. Its low profile and rich tone stand firm against light walls and floor.
Highlight Branches with a Tall Black Stand
A slender, dark metal stand creates a prominent display for a sculptural vase and its delicate branches. The stand draws the eye upward, adding height to the corner without occupying precious surface space on your coffee table or console.
Choose a Low-Profile Wood Console with Ribbed Detail
Beneath a wall-mounted television, a long, slatted wood console rests. The console’s surface features a ribbed texture.
Curved Cream Ottoman Adds Softness to Seating Area
Offering a comfortable place to rest your feet, a soft, circular ottoman in a neutral cream tone has a rounded shape and textured fabric. This creates a gentle contrast to the room’s more angular furniture pieces, adding approachable softness and warmth to your living space.
Layer Oval Coffee Tables for a Dynamic Centerpiece
In a large seating area, multiple oval coffee tables are arranged at varying heights. They’re all light wood, providing space for books and decor.
Minimalist Art Pieces Add Graphic Contrast to Neutral Walls
Two large, framed artworks hang side-by-side on the wall. Each piece has a textured cream background with a single bold black rectangle.
This isn’t a busy display, so it works well against expansive neutral walls.
Feature a Raw Wood Coffee Table with Carved Details
When a living space needs a distinctive centerpiece, consider a substantial coffee table crafted from a single piece of raw wood. Its thick, textured surface shows visible carved details.
Sculptural Vase Adds Organic Form to Coffee Table Display
A modern, abstract vase with a unique cutout shape brings an artistic touch to your coffee table when placed alongside a small dish and a stack of books, creating a layered vignette that feels both grounded and airy.
Open Photo Album Creates a Personal Coffee Table Vignette
An open photo album on the coffee table invites guests to browse memories. It’s a personal touch for your living space.
Keep it with a simple tray, a candle, and coasters so it doesn’t look messy.
Introduce Vertical Interest with Tall Brass Candlesticks
Tall brass candlesticks on your coffee table introduce vertical dimension and a touch of classic elegance. These slender holders, shown with taper candles, contrast stacked books and organic decor.
They draw the eye upward.
Layer Rugs for Cozy Texture on Wood Floors
Combine multiple rugs in varying sizes and patterns over bare wood floors. This layered approach shows varied textures and patterns.
Anchor a Neutral Space with Oversized Abstract Art
Hang a large painting with bold, earthy shapes on the concrete wall. It’s an abstract work with prominent terracotta circles against a light background.
Ground a Plush Rug with an Organic Wood Coffee Table
If you want to ground a seating area, a sculptural, freeform coffee table in natural wood works well. Its unique shape provides a functional surface for books and decorative objects.
Contrast a Branch Arrangement with a Textured Ceramic Vase
A dark, textured ceramic vase holds a delicate branch arrangement on the coffee table. This rough surface contrasts with the smooth, bare branches.
Sculptural Pedestal Tables Add Organic Shape Near Seating
Near your seating area, place a pair of sculptural pedestal tables with a tapered, organic form. Their smooth, matte white finish provides a convenient surface for drinks or decor.
Choose Bouclé Armchairs for Soft, Rounded Comfort
In your living area, plush, rounded armchairs sit. Bouclé fabric covers their curved silhouettes.
Bring Natural Texture Near the Sofa with a Woven Planter
Near your sofa, a large, textured woven planter holds a tall, airy dried branch arrangement. The natural fiber material sits opposite the modern furniture.
Textured Bronze Vase Holds Large Palm Fronds
In a living space, a large textured bronze vase sits in a corner or on a console table, ready to hold a generous arrangement of palm fronds or other large greenery. It’s quite commanding.
Combine a Sculptural Vase and Branch for Organic Height
A sculptural, wave-like vase offers an artistic base for a delicate, bare branch. This natural arrangement brings organic height to your coffee table display.
Introduce Dramatic Greenery with a Tall Faux Tree
Tall artificial greenery stands beside a pair of plush armchairs. This large tree sits in an empty corner of the living area.
Amber Glass Side Table Adds Warm Color Accent
To enhance your lounge area, a rich amber glass side piece offers a striking color and a natural silhouette. Its unique hourglass form provides a stable surface for a book and a mug, bringing a touch of warmth that catches the light.
Dark Wood Console Displays Earthy Vases and Books
Dark wood forms a console that offers a stage for displaying a collection of earth-toned ceramic vessels and stacked books. This display adds unrefined texture and visual appeal to the room, creating a solid and inviting centerpiece.
Textured Artwork Adds Abstract Focal Point Above Sofa
Earthy tones of a large, textured artwork hang above the sofa. The surface shows subtle variations in color.
Anchor Your Seating Area with a Round Black Coffee Table
A round, fluted black coffee table provides a central anchor for your seating area, topped with a large, neutral-toned vase holding a delicate, branching arrangement to introduce organic shape and height.
Ground an Olive Tree with a Large Terracotta Pot
Place a substantial terracotta planter next to your sofa for a mature olive tree. The large pot’s red earth tone appears against the green leaves.
Anchor a Neutral Seating Area with a Rough-Textured Rug
A natural fiber, large, nubby rug covers the floor under the seating area. Its off-white weave sits with the light-colored sofa and wooden furniture.
Oversized Woven Wall Hanging Adds Rustic Texture Behind Seating
Hang a large, circular woven piece on the wall behind your seating. Its natural fibers show a substantial weave.
