What is the Wabi-sabi style?

Wabi-sabi has represented living traditions, an aesthetic of simplicity and unadorned purism in Japan for centuries. It means moving away from the pursuit of perfection and towards an appreciation of the imperfect. It is about rediscovering the little things in life, enjoying peace and harmony in everyday life, and learning to appreciate old, emotionally meaningful keepsakes once again.

Wabi-sabi is also a valuable source of inspiration for us as a trend, reflected in a wide range of designs.

Inspired by naturalness and authenticity, for example, the carefully selected textiles in our current pleated blind collection create a harmonious home in keeping with the Wabi-sabi philosophy. Light also plays a special role: thanks to the different levels of transparency and colour nuances of the various pleated blind fabrics, pleated blinds soften the light entering the room and create exciting contrasts and plays of light, depending on the design.

With special weaving techniques such as Scherli, jacquard and burn-out fabrics, some of our pleated blind designs draw on the charm of traditional craftsmanship. This return to old traditions is also very much in keeping with the Far Eastern philosophy of Wabi-sabi. Perfect combinations include antique furniture and handmade objects with authentic signs of use, including wooden furniture with patina effects. Our pleated blinds are also made to measure by hand, so your KADECO pleated blind is a unique, handcrafted piece hanging at your window.

Not too little, not too much. Not too clean, not too playful. Wabi-sabi is the fine balance between two worlds – and therefore a natural expression of your personality and individual style. If you would like even more inspiration, simply take a look at our pleated blind collection at a specialist retailer near you. There, you are sure to find the perfect design to express your personal style and bring the current Wabi-sabi trend into your home.