places & spaces

THE 7 PRINCIPLES OF WABI SABI



Kanso — Simplicity
Funkinsei — Asymmetry

Shibumi — Beauty in the Understated

Shizen — Naturalness

Yugen — Subtle Grace

Datsuzoku — Freedom from Habits

Seijaku — Tranquility

**DESIGN** **JAPAN-ITALY**

-   Japanese design, rooted in minimalism and functionality, is heavily influenced by Zen Buddhism and the traditional tea ceremony. This results in clean lines, natural materials, and a focus on simplicity and harmony. The aesthetic is known as wabi-sabi, which appreciates impermanence, imperfection, and the beauty of simplicity.

-   In contrast, Italian design is often more ornate, colorful, and focuses on luxury and grandeur. It draws inspiration from the country's rich history in art and architecture, with Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical styles all influencing Italian design.