Japanese Influence
"Searches for “Japanese kitchen” also rose, by 33%. This Larkspur, California, kitchen by McCoppin Studios embraces Japanese influences with clean lines and a mix of black and wood elements. Raw steel beams highlight another Japanese-inspired trend known as “wabi-sabi,” a concept of looking at the beauty in imperfection. Searches for “wabi-sabi” are up 44% year over year."
"4. Japanese Influence A look at recent Houzz search data shows an uptick in Japanese influence on home design. This Minneapolis bathroom by Ridge Construction is a good example of the style. It features a deep soaking tub, wood elements, warm green tones and a Shoji-like screen detail on the right. Searches for “Japanese bathroom” climbed 20% year over year."
"10. Warm Earth Tones In this New Orleans bedroom by Susan Currie Design, terra-cotta accents enrich a pale neutral palette and create a cozy, inviting space. Throw pillows and a matching blanket highlight the bed and window seat. Japanese-inspired motifs appear throughout, including painterly paddle fans on the Roman shade, turtle-shaped lamp bases symbolizing longevity, and artwork depicting cranes associated with peace. Dark wood furniture and antique brass accessories deepen the color scheme, and open shelving filled with books adds texture and a lived-in feel."
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