Natural materials
Slow living values simplicity, clearly defined shapes and, above all, natural materials. At the top of the popularity scale is wood. As a soloist, handcrafted wooden furniture and accessories bring warmth and cosiness to the ambience. And as a combination partner, wood emphasises the cool elegance of porcelain or glass.
The Zen factor
The conscious experience of the present moment and the mindful approach to everyday life are central components of Japanese Zen. The necessary strength and calm can be found in meditation, but the carefully selected furnishings also contribute to this. Minimalism is the order of the day and unnecessary items are deliberately minimised: After all, the design principle of ‘less is more’ applies here!
Inspired by Zen, the Japanese principle of calming down and pausing for a moment, the “Zen Spirit” collection by Räder effortlessly integrates meditation and balance into everyday life. It stylishly gives you time to organise your thoughts, let them go and forget your everyday worries. Cuddly blankets and cushions create a cosy atmosphere, while stylish accessories such as candles or the Buddha statue deepen the pursuit of harmony and tranquillity.
Calming colours
The colour scheme plays an important role in whether we feel comfortable in a room. Warm shades of beige create a calm atmosphere, along with earthy tones and splashes of soft blue, red and green. These colours perfectly accentuate the value of relief glass, finely decorated porcelain or intricately woven textiles.
Atmospheric lighting
To ensure that cosiness does not fall by the wayside in the minimalist furnishing style of slow living, lighting plays a crucial role. Several direct or indirect light sources with warm or diffuse light are ideal. Scented candles and essential oils add to the sense of well-being. Whatever the light source – pendant, floor or table lamp – it can be a little more.
