The Japanese minimalist palette calls for subdue colors and natural material selection. You certainly can’t go wrong with this palette. Remember to practice constraints!
Color Palette
Mocha | Beige | Off white | Dark Brown
Material Palette
Laminate | Textured wallpaper | Granite | Natural Oak Flooring
Lighting & Furniture
Minimalist Featured lighting | Square Mosaic tiles | Solid Timber furniture | Minimalist lighting solution
Living Room
Square grid shelving without backing is the synonym of MUJI minimalist style. You can either source one from stores or have one built-in by your carpenter.
Pick: Solid timber furniture, Built-in shelves
From: MUJI, Taobao
Bedroom
Platform bed or tatami is everything in Japanese culture. The extra storage spaces given by the platform bed are definitely a bonus!
Pick: Minimalist bed frame, Built-in platform
From: MUJI, Taobao
Kitchen
A MUJI style kitchen is light oak tone cabinetry all the way, it also goes with white grid tiled backsplash and natural stone countertop. Open shelving is definitely a plus!
Pick: Square grid tiles, White base countertop
From: Tile and Countertop Supplier
Bathroom
Going grey with the natural stone finish such as granite or limestone in the bathroom. Don’t forget the timber accessories and cabinetry that add warmth to the cold grey finish.
Pick: Granite, limestone or their lookalike tiles, Timber shelving & mirror
From: Supplier, Taobao or IKEA
Wall Decor Ideas
Finding a white wall too plain? You can decorate the wall with timber picture frame & shelving.
Pick: Timber picture frame & Shelving
From: Taobao or IKEA
