Is Japanese Design Biophilic by Nature?
Earlier this month, I attended the inaugural Biophilic Design Conference, where experts from diverse fields such as education, conservation, healthcare, and architecture gathered to discuss the intersection of design and nature. What struck me most was how frequently Japan was referenced – whether through the concept of 森林浴 Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), which promotes relaxation through […]
Japanese Designer’s Take on Japandi
As a Japanese designer, I’ve frequently been asked to create Japandi interiors over the past few years. Japandi, a fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian Japanese design elements, has become a significant trend in the Western world. Japandi: a trend in interior design that combines elements of Japanese and Scandinavian styles.Source: Collins Dictionary Interestingly, when I […]
Our Guide To Japanese Design
Since starting the Yoko Kloeden Design studio in 2016, it has been my intention to create spaces that convey a sense of calm and balance, where I am able to translate my inherent appreciation for nature and connection to Japanese aesthetics into the homes of our clients. As part of the reason many of our […]
‘Yugen’ – Philosophy Behind Our Design
We recently received a compliment by a new client of ours, who explained how our projects evoke particular sentiments – specifically feelings such as love, and a sense of being welcomed. This observation has been one of the best compliments we have received, and while very flattered by this acknowledgment, we would also like to […]
Japan’s Microseasons
From ancient times up until present day, the Japanese calendar has divided the year into 24 periods to mark the passing of seasons and accompanied environmental changes that take place in the natural world. Categorised into a broader 72 micro-seasons; each depict the transitions that happen in nature – vividly illustrated through the evocative names […]