The Secret Behind Japanese Interiors
We were honoured to featured in AD Spain, following recent coverage in AD Middle East and AD Germany, exploring how Japanese design principles create homes that don’t just look beautiful — they feel deeply right. The feature, titled “5 Golden Rules of Japanese Design to Bring Calm to Your Home,” draws from an in-depth conversation […]
In Praise of the Subtle
We were recently featured by Monocle in the article “Discover Yūgen: The Japanese aesthetic transforming modern home design”, and we wanted to share the essence of that conversation with our readers. For centuries, Japanese design has offered the world a way to experience beauty beyond the obvious. Where Western traditions often favour bold statements, Japanese […]
A Family Sanctuary in Surrey
Our Barks & Bliss project recently featured in 25 Beautiful Homes with the article “Seeking Sanctuary”, which explored how we helped our clients shape their Surrey nearly new build into a serene, timeless family home. We would like to share this story with you as it captures the heart of our design philosophy. You can […]
A Quiet Journey
At Yoko Kloeden Design, every project is shaped by a quiet respect for how architecture and interiors can support the way we live. Recently, I had the opportunity to share my story — and the philosophy behind our work — with The Sunday Times. I wanted to reflect on that article here, in my own […]
Timeless Interiors Rooted in Japanese Aesthetics
In a world of ever-changing trends, there is a growing desire for depth, subtlety, and quiet beauty in interior design. Yūgen (幽玄), a principle deeply rooted in Japanese architecture and aesthetics, offers a way to create homes that —feel as good as they look— spaces that evoke stillness, balance, and a profound connection to nature. […]
Where Minimalism Meets Warmth
At Yoko Kloeden Design, our passion lies in crafting spaces that blend the tranquility of nature with practical, modern living. One of our most celebrated projects, Essence of Japan, is a renovation of a 1960s architect-designed terrace in Ealing, London – a home transformed into a serene retreat deeply rooted in Japanese design philosophy. This […]
A Serene Blend of Nature and Function
At Yoko Kloeden Design, our passion lies in crafting spaces that blend the tranquility of nature with practical, modern living. One of our most popular projects, Culinary-Inspired Home, a Victorian terrace renovation in Brixton, London, is a perfect example of our approach. The project was featured in June 2023 issue of House Beautiful magazine. You […]
Crafting a Japanese-Inspired Haven
At our studio, our passion lies in creating homes that offer serenity amidst urban life. Our recent ‘Essence of Japan’ project – a transformation of a 1960s terrace in West London – is a perfect example of how we blend Japanese design philosophy with modern living to create a harmonious retreat. The project was featured […]
Transforming a 1930s Home with Modern Elegance
We recently completed a beautiful renovation of a 1930s home in Richmond, bringing our signature blend of modern elegance and timeless Japanese design principles to this South-West London property. This project, Architecturally Revived Haven allowed us to create a space that is both functional and aesthetically refined, while honoring the unique character of the house. […]
Blending Playfulness with Chic Design
At Yoko Kloeden Design, we transcend traditional interior design in London, crafting spaces that evolve with families. Our latest renovation for chef Carine Ottou and her husband Jacob showcases our luxury home design skills, particularly in their daughters’ unique bathroom. The project was featured in November 2020 issue of Elle Decoration UK. Photography: Cathy Pyle, […]