Japandi Style Bathroom

Reading Time: 4 minutes | Article from 24.8.2026

Would you like to give your bathroom a trendy Japandi makeover? We show you how.

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At a glance

Japandi is a combination of Japanese and Scandinavian styles.
Minimalism meets relaxed hygge style.
Natural materials and simple colours are the key features of a Japandi bathroom.
Straight lines are essential for furniture and ceramics.

The essence of the minimalist Japandi style

The new Japandi style combines influences from Japanese and Scandinavian interior design. The name is a fusion of "Japan" and "Scandi". Although the two styles may initially appear to be opposites, closer inspection reveals many common features:

Japanese-style bathrooms are characterised by their simplicity and functionality. This is also a feature of Scandinavian style. "Less is more" is the guiding principle.
Linear and minimalist furniture are features of both Scandi style and Japanese bathrooms
The contrasts between the two styles can also be combined to create striking effects. For example, the Scandinavian cosiness of the hygge trend together with Japanese minimalism.

For a harmonious atmosphere

Japandi look

The Japandi interior design style focuses on natural materials such as wood. Natural stone, linen and cotton are popular choices too.

Modern bathroom with a freestanding black Loop & Friends bath and washbasin, wooden slatted walls, spherical hanging lamp and decorative greenery

Choosing Japandi bathroom decorations

To design a Japandi-style bathroom, start with a few selected key pieces. Large elegant vases will be real style feature with some dried flowers. Real plants are another option for larger bathrooms with natural daylight and will add a fresh note to your Japandi bathroom. Art works on the walls will make a statement without overloading the room.

Modern bathroom with a white Loop & Friends surface-mounted washbasin on a beige Legato vanity unit, a round mirror, large windows and a bonsai tree on a wooden stool

Choose authentic Japandi-style bathroom furniture

While the Japandi style allows for bathroom furniture, it is important to consider a few criteria when selecting your items. All bathroom furniture should have a linear design and simple colours. Practical features are important too. A vanity unit in a Japandi bathroom should always be both functional and stylish.

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Japandi bathroom: gentle rest and relaxation

All aspects of Japandi interior design are thoughtfully coordinated to create a calm and peaceful atmosphere. This also applies to bathroom ceramics.

A modern bathroom with dark wood accents and an Antao bathtub and beige sinks.

Choose a bath that fits your style

A freestanding bath with straight lines is a popular choice for a Japandi bathroom. Look for simple shapes. Playful details are best avoided with the Japandi style.

Villeroy & Boch baths

Stylish Villeroy & Boch bathroom with a glazed, open shower and puristic natural decor

Modern showers for your Japandi-style bathroom

A Japandi bathroom can also have a shower. A customised walk-in shower area with simple taps and fittings is a great choice.

Villeroy & Boch showers

A modern bathroom with black walls and a white Antao bathtub by Villeroy & Boch.

Discover the bathroom trends for your home

The combination of different style influences makes a minimalist Japandi-style bathroom very special. But this style doesn't suit every bathroom. If you are looking for something less minimalist, take a look at the bathroom trends. From industrial to Scandi or country style, there are lots of looks to choose from.

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