Asian interior design style

simple elegance combined with harmonious colours & shapes

There are days when even one's own home feels loud. Things are scattered about, the gaze finds no focus, and thoughts leap around. And then one longs for something different – not for more, but for less. For a place that supports. That doesn’t ask, but simply is. That is quiet. So quiet that you can hear yourself again.

This is exactly what the so-called "Asian Living" is about.

Round wooden table with two chairs on a Persian oriental rug in a traditionally furnished room.

What lies behind the term

"Asian Living" is not a new phenomenon, but deeply rooted in centuries-old traditions from Japan, China, Southeast Asia, and India. However, in our Western world, it comes today as a gentle reminder – of simplicity, clarity, and the power of the few. Spaces that are not overloaded, but leave room: for thoughts, for light, for breath.

Natural materials such as bamboo, linen, stone, or untreated wood form the basis. Colours? Subdued. Soft cream, warm sand grey, a hint of moss green – everything seems borrowed from nature. It is a bit as if the space itself whispers: "You may let go."

In harmony with nature

Plants are part of it – not as decorative elements, but as quiet housemates. A bonsai on the windowsill, a small bamboo next to the tea table, a pebble from the last holiday. Nothing is random. Everything has meaning.

And on the floor? That's where the magic begins: A hand-knotted rug not only makes the room warmer but also softer – in both a literal and metaphorical sense. It carries patterns that tell stories: of lotus flowers, of waterways, of mandalas.

Hand-knotted Ghom Oriental rug in red and blue under a modern coffee table in a stylish living room.

Qum

275 x 200

56.963Kč

51.276Kč

Less accessory, more lifestyle: carpets reimagined.

A rug in Asian Living is not just an accessory. It is a central element – a statement of craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and quiet symbolism. Whether from India, Iran, or China: these rugs are unique. Made from wool, silk, or hemp. Each knot tells a story of time and dedication. They are not just placed anywhere. They are given a special spot. Under the tea table. In front of the bed. In the entrance area. And suddenly, a room transforms into a stage for mindfulness.

How carpets can transform rooms

Living room – the heart of tranquility

Here, community and retreat flow into one another. Large rugs with floral motifs or geometric symbolism connect low furniture and floor cushions into a whole. Gabbeh rugs with natural colours fit just as well as silk rugs with bamboo or lotus patterns.

Bedroom – a place of security

Those who place their foot on a soft carpet in the morning start the day differently. Colours such as rose, sand, or light grey, materials like hemp or wool – all of this invites relaxation. Hand-knotted carpets with meditative motifs bring stillness to the room.

Flur

Here is where it is decided how one is welcomed – by the day, by life, by oneself. A narrow runner with an Asian pattern can be a gateway to tranquility. Low maintenance, durable, clear.

Yoga room

Round Rugs or square rugs with mandalas or om symbols provide focus. Barefoot-friendly materials such as new wool or silk invite practice. Colours like terracotta or moss green bring grounding.

Sadraa

310 x 251

106.158Kč

Living as Practiced Mindfulness

Asian Living is not a style for everyone – but for those who yearn for depth. It is the conscious no to excess. And the quiet yes to reduction, to beauty in simplicity, to living in the moment. A hand-knotted rug is not just a detail. It is part of the story that the space tells. And sometimes – quite incidentally – also part of our own.

Which rugs go particularly well with the Asian living style?

What actually makes a carpet "Asian"?

Those who immerse themselves in this world quickly realise: It is not about striking colours or exotic patterns, but about a feeling. Calm. Clarity. Connection to nature. Those who furnish spaces in this style are not looking for quick effects, but for balance – and a well-chosen rug can wonderfully emphasise exactly that.

For example, there are the finely woven China Ghom rugs. Often featuring floral details, subtle medallions, and a hint of silk sheen – perfect for quietly yet prominently accentuating a room. Motifs such as lotus or clouds bring an almost meditative quality without appearing overloaded. More about China rugs

Less ornate, but all the more honest are the Gabbeh rugs which originally come from Iran, a country that has been renowned for excellent carpet artistry for centuries. Their colours? Warm, grounded. Their patterns? Mostly simple, sometimes almost childishly naive.

Even more understated are often the Kilim rugs , which come not only from Iran but also from neighbouring regions.

In the Asian style, a rug is never just a rug. It is part of a larger concept: Less is more. Silence is allowed to take up space. And beauty often lies in the unobtrusive.

Get inspired

by Naintrading

Hand-knotted Gabbeh rug in shades of red and blue with a geometric pattern.

Carpet selection

Hand-knotted rugs are a special highlight in the Asian Living style, as they reflect craftsmanship and tradition while emphasising the understated elegance of Asian culture.