Zen is not just a way of meditation but a way of living. For anyone who loves the concept of peace and serenity and calmness of mind, zen way of designing becomes an easy choice. It concentrates on turning your home into a place for getting away from stress and allowing positive feeling and calmness to envelope you.
It can be described as 'less is more'. Think of neutral color on wall, open airy windows, few but furniture with clean lines and fluidity in it. Borrow from nature and bring in plants and pebbles, natural form and sounds. Keep the whole concept soothing, away from too much of color or bling, and keep the energy flowing.
I am bring to you a few of my favourite living room designs to inspire you to create you own Zen design.
I really think one does not need to buy more to design a room inspired by Zen, you might however like to keep only quality and simple things, use simple and clean lines. Get the energy flowing, try to get close to nature and its forms. It will not just affect the space but also your lives.
Serene and inspiring. This design is done in neutral shades and keeps it interesting with natural and flowy forms. The wall pattern, Buddha statue, tree and oriental table add a distinctly Japanese touch. I am inspired !