Some interior design aesthetics look so flawless, you’re afraid to touch something for fear of upsetting the perfect display. But if you’re more inclined to create a space that’s meant for actual ...

A living room features natural fibers, calming colors, and houseplants as part of wabi sabi decor. - AnnaStills/Shutterstock If there were a contest for brilliant Japanese takes on aesthetics, there'd ...

A new year can encourage transformation at home where you may want to take your rooms in another direction. Two practices — feng shui and wabi-sabi ― feature principles that can enhance your ...

Wabi-sabi’s history can be traced back to the 15th century in Japan, and, from what I understand, the concept emerged as a reaction to the opulence of the aristocracy at the time. Its tenets are ...

The Imperfect Residence is a beautiful one-bedroom apartment situated in Hong Kong. It was named like that after being refurbished by interior designer Nelson Chow of studio ncda who was guided ...

Some design styles aren’t going anywhere, and Japandi design is one of them. The style, which incorporates wabi-sabi (highlighting the beauty of imperfection), offers a less-is-more approach with ...

Mismatched Wabi Sabi nails are the must-have manicure of the moment Multicolor manicures—AKA having each of your fingernails painted a different color—are the must-have nail trend of the moment.

It’s easy and convenient to see the U.S. as a land in search of an illusory ideal of perfection, of flawlessness. The stereotype is true. Our consumer society was built on promises of perfect skin and ...

Perfection is an addictive beauty ideal we’ve all fallen victim to. This is evident in everything from our medicine cabinets filled with “anti-aging” skincare, to the normalization of Botox parties.