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Shizen (自然) Is the Japanese Concept of Materials That Tell a Story — Here's Why It's Important to Consider 'Where the Body Meets the Building'

Literally translating to 'nature', this term speaks to the ambiance you construct within your living spaces

Livingetc · Aug 30

Taru O Shiru (足るを知る) Translates to the 'Luxury of Enough' — This Japanese Design Principle Will Change the Way You Curate a Space

Instead of loud, performative interiors, this discerning design trait reveals a home whose opulence is rooted in genuine taste

Livingetc · Aug 23

5 Things Japanese Households Do to Make Homes Feel Calm That Are Simple and 'Undramatic' to Follow

These nuanced gems of advice will result in a home that feels well-rounded and earnest in its mission to comfort

Livingetc · Aug 21

How Japanese Designers Turn Windows Into 'Picture Frames' — Nagame (眺め) Is the Feeling of "Stopping to Smell the Roses" and Appreciating Your Home

This thoughtful concept of design will teach you how to use the window as if it were a frame waiting to focus a piece of art

Livingetc · Jul 9

Hikari (光) Is the Japanese Concept of 'Living With Light' — Here's How I Bring It Into Homes as an Interior Designer

Seeking out natural light within your home will make each space feel so much more alive

Livingetc · Jul 1

It's the Kind of Japanese Bathtub People Who Are Into Wellness All Want — But There's Something You Need to Know About the Ritual of Ofuro

Less about cleansing, this ritual is crafted around an after-shower soak that soothes your mind and body

Livingetc · Jun 23

5 Japanese Wellness Rituals to Adopt Into Your Routine for Mindful Living — And How to Design Them at Home

These rejuvenating concepts are built on intentionally feeding your mind, body, and soul

Livingetc · Jun 17

The Japanese Art of Fukinsei Only Calls for a Tiny Tweak in Your Home Styling, but the Impact Is Huge

It uses asymmetry to make an overly equipoised space look so much more interesting

Livingetc · Jun 9

The Impact of Japanese Spatial Planning on Urban Homes — And Why I Design Houses as Living Systems, Not Objects, as a Designer

The beauty of negative space and intentionally designed homes that are rooted in human well-being is the call of the hour

Livingetc · Jun 5

I'm Seriously Considering Replacing My Home's Doors With Japanese 'Noren' — They're Beautiful, Great for Small Spaces, and Give a Softer Sense of Separation

Noren have long been used by businesses and homes in Japan; they are traditional, but still adaptable to contemporary homes

Livingetc · Mar 16