Japanese Scandi style
Scandinavian style meets Japanese simplicity in this forward-looking bathroom look
If you’re refreshing or renovating your bathroom and are after a beautifully simple, stylish space, the Japanese Scandi look could provide the perfect inspiration. Combining the ever-popular pared-back Scandinavian aesthetic with the Japanese knack for blending clean white, matte black and touches of nature, this trend efficiently masters both function and form to create a tasteful, timeless sanctuary.
The Japanese Scandi look is easy to assemble and produces striking results. Here, Mico breaks it down into its key elements and shares some practical advice to make the renovation process as smooth and water-tight as possible.
BATHTUBS AND SURROUNDS
A free-standing clean white bath lends itself well to this style, but a drop-in bath could also be accommodated. Consult your local Mico branch to help you make your selection. Any adjacent tiles or walls should be concrete, panelled or have a natural look and finish.
FLOORS
Pale or bleached varieties of flooring, in keeping with Scandi tradition, work well with this look. In smaller bathrooms keep as much of the floor visible as possible; floating vanities help to simplify and enlarge the appearance of an area.
SHOWERHEADS AND TAPWARE
Stainless steel, black and gunmetal are all complementary to the Japanese Scandi trend. With Mico it’s possible to channel the latest looks without spending a fortune. Louise
Cook, Mico’s resident style guru and national category manager, explains: “Our private-label brands have pieces that are affordable but offer the same look and style as more expensive brands. Our team can also work with you to help you invest in a statement piece that becomes the focal point – but keep it more simple elsewhere to balance that cost.”
CABINETRY
Choose a vanity made of wooden materials in a clean, minimal shape and go for an unfussy finish with integrated handles. Visit mico.co.nz and download the Mico Bathroom Book for fresh inspiration and ideas.
FINISHING TOUCHES
Accessories help you to personalise your bathroom and create a relaxing retreat. Prevent the space from feeling cold and clinical by using details such as soft towels – in a limited palette – plants and appropriate furniture, such as a simple wooden stool for a Japanese vibe.