JAPANESE DESIGN PRINCIPLES
No matter how advanced society becomes, institutionally or technologically, a house in which nature can be sensed represents for me the ideal environment in which to live.
Tadao Ando, Renowned contemporary Japanese architect
FUKINSEI IF YOU LOVE: IRREGULARITY & ZEN AESTHETIC Fukinsei is a principle that revolves around asymmetry and irregularity. Contrary to how it sounds, the use of asymmetry doesn’t mean that a space will look unbalanced and it can actually have the opposite effect. Fukinsei can be achieved by introducing abstract art into your space, as the essence of this style is free and dynamic, with no set rules. Organic materials, like wood are naturally asymmetrical which means that no single piece will ever be the same and reveal any visible repeats. Additionally, by painting your walls white to create a pristine space, the Fukinsei philosophy invites you to prepare for the inevitable wear and tear that occurs through everyday life. It encourages these irregularities
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Japanese design extends much further than the aesthetics of a project, it also takes into consideration ancient philosophies and modern cultures. In turn this allows a space to give off feelings such as stillness, nature or simplicity, depending on the effect you want to achieve. WABI-SABI IF YOU LOVE: IMPERFECTIONS & TEXTURE The principle of ‘wabi-sabi’ refers to finding beauty in imperfections, embracing the natural cycle of growth and recognising how the passing of time can age or alter something in a positive manner. Wabi-sabi is a philosophy that we admire and respect at Ted Todd, so much so that we have developed a process that emulates the look of ageing. Our new Crafted Textures wood floors have been intentionally sawn, heavily brushed and burnt - a unique process that authentically ages each board, creating a time- worn look full of personality and charm. Working with a natural material like wood means that we often come across imperfections such as knots, sap and irregular grain, which all contribute to the wabi-sabi way. PAIR WITH: STANDEN NARROW HERRINGBONE, CRAFTED TEXTURES COLLECTION
To truly appreciate Japanese styling within an interior it’s beneficial to first understand some of the key Japanese design principles. Here, we explore 4 key philosophies and how they can be applied to perfectly style a home or shared space.
to be embraced as part of your interior styling. PAIR WITH: SHERINGHAM WIDE PLANK, CRAFTED TEXTURES COLLECTION
Sheringham Wide Plank
Standen Narrow Herringbone
DATSUZOKU IF YOU LOVE: UNCONVENTIONALITY & CREATIVITY
Connected to Zen Buddhism, Datsuzoku represents ‘freedom from habit or formula’ and challenges conventions in order to observe and practice creativity. It encourages you to break away from traditional ideologies, be exploratory, and embrace uniqueness. You can take this principle further by laying your floor in an unconventional pattern, moving away from the expected traditional plank or herringbone style. At Ted Todd we adopt the concept of Datsuzoku when developing Crafted Textures floors, our team strive to step away from the ordinary, to create something authentic. When applying Datsuzoku to your project there are no limitations, it is the perfect opportunity to be bold and experimental without any boundaries or restraints. PAIR WITH: DUNHAM NARROW HERRINGBONE, CRAFTED TEXTURES COLLECTION
Swinley Wide Plank
SHIZEN IF YOU LOVE: SIMPLICITY & NATURALNESS The aesthetic concept of ‘Shizen’ relates to the absence of artificiality and promotes the purposeful implementation of nature into a space. In its simplest form this can be the inclusion of plants and greenery into an interior. Shizen can also be achieved architecturally by integrating sunlight through lightwells and large windows, or reflection inducing objects such as mirrors and white walls. These are all factors that allow you to connect with nature. Bringing elements of the outside in, you can encourage an increased sense of health and well-being. Using a natural wood floor is an easy way to adopt the Shizen style into your space.
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Dunham Narrow Herringbone
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