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This Wall Unit is handcrafted from elegant Ribbon Stripe Sapele, chosen for its rich character and natural beauty. The client envisioned a clean, minimalist design with straight lines and the use of a single wood species—an approach that introduced me to the Japandi style (explained further below). The finished piece balances timeless craftsmanship with modern convenience, featuring two built-in power units with USB ports and a dimmer switch to control the sconces.

This wall unit, like all of Joel’s pieces, is custom-made, giving you the freedom to personalize every detail, including size, layout, and wood selection.
Visit the “Customize It“ page to learn more about the process."

A black electronic panel with multiple buttons and ports, mounted on a wooden wall.
Ribbon Sapele Bookcase

Japandi Style Furniture

Japandi style furniture is a design approach that blends Japanese minimalism with Scandinavian functionality and coziness (often called hygge). It’s a fusion of two aesthetics that share similar values—simplicity, craftsmanship, and a focus on natural materials—while balancing them in complementary ways.

Here are the key elements of Japandi style furniture:

  • Minimalist design: Clean lines, uncluttered spaces, and a “less is more” philosophy.

  • Natural materials: Wood (especially lighter Scandinavian tones like ash, pine, or birch, mixed with darker Japanese woods like walnut or oak), bamboo, linen, wool, rattan, stone, and ceramics.

  • Neutral, calming colors: Muted palettes with earthy tones—soft whites, beige, taupe, gray, warm browns, and occasional dark accents.

  • Functionality: Multi-purpose and practical furniture pieces, often low to the ground in the Japanese tradition.

  • Craftsmanship and authenticity: Handmade, durable pieces with visible joinery or natural textures are favored over mass-produced furniture.

  • Balance of contrasts: Scandinavian design brings warmth and coziness, while Japanese design emphasizes restraint and elegance. Together they create a space that is both welcoming and serene.

Common Japandi furniture examples include:

  • Low-profile wooden platform beds.

  • Simple dining tables with straight, slim legs.

  • Minimalist sofas with natural fabric upholstery.

  • Open shelving with carefully chosen decorative items.

  • Woven or paper lantern-inspired lighting.