In an age of Y2K-inspired loud graphics (think neon chrome, pixel motifs and holograms), a contrasting movement has quietly taken hold. Leading brands are embracing a “less is more” philosophy rooted ...

In an age of Y2K-inspired loud graphics (think neon chrome, pixel motifs and holograms), a contrasting movement has quietly taken hold. Leading brands are embracing a “less is more” philosophy rooted ...

When I first meet Fumio Sasaki, who recently wrote a book called Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism, he is taking a picture of a neon sign in the Cosmoplitan.com office that reads, “I WANT ...

This article is part of Sunday Edition: “Minimalisms”. The Shinto shrine known as Nikkō Tōshō-gū is located in the mountains two hours north of Tokyo. Built in 1617 as the mausoleum of the first ...

Tadao Ando is known as the “Japanese Master of Minimalism.” His style mixes traditional Japanese architecture with a contemporary flair, featuring creative uses of natural light and structures that ...

This tiny home comes all the way from the Baltic region of Europe and boasts less than 200 square feet. Still, its interior is hardly that of a rustic log cabin. Scandinavian aesthetic meets Japanese ...

Explore 2026 interior design trends, from the persistence of Japandi and minimalism to emerging styles and what's falling out ...

Japanese minimalism is a concept that fits the tiny house movement perfectly. It is about living a simpler and uncluttered life with what you need and nothing more. The simple yet classy Gables tiny ...

Japanese culture has long been associated with simplicity, mindfulness, and intentional living. Various minimalist practices from Japan help individuals declutter their minds, reduce stress, and ...