It’s easy to put into practice.
Wabi-sabi doesn’t require an investment of your time or money. With a focus on simplicity, the Japanese concept takes a less-is-more approach in decorating, placing value on the essential rather than the extravagant. Anything you bring into your home should be thoughtfully purchased and designed to last; the goal is simplicity, not necessarily minimalism.
Wabi-sabi favors artisanal furnishings and accessories over mass-produced items because no two pieces will ever be alike. “Nor should they, because nothing is ever 100 percent perfect,” explains interior designer Ana Cummings.
That’s not to say there isn’t quality control of handmade products, but any natural imperfections, however slight, only enhance the beauty of items like pottery, dyed textiles, and wood tables.
