The Missing Piece in Japandi: Elevating Scandi-Japanese Minimalism with “Sho” Art

If you’ve been following interior design trends over the last few years, you have undoubtedly encountered “Japandi.” A hybrid of Scandinavian functionalism and Japanese rustic minimalism, this style has taken the world by storm. It offers the perfect balance of comfort (“Hygge”) and mindful simplicity. But as an artist looking at many Japandi spaces online, I often notice one thing: … Read more

The Essence of Japandi: Why “Sho” is the Missing Piece in Your Nordic Home

In recent years, the interior design world has been captivated by “Japandi”—a fusion of Japanese rustic minimalism and Scandinavian functional comfort. It is a beautiful style. Clean lines, neutral tones, and natural materials. However, from an artist’s perspective, I often feel something is missing in many Japandi spaces found on social media. They are perfectly styled, yet they can sometimes … Read more