Introduction
Can AI design a beautiful and functional home in minutes? With the rise of AI-powered conceptual design, interior designers and homeowners can now explore multiple layouts and styles effortlessly. In this blog post, we put AI to the test by creating a 3-bedroom Japandi apartment (100 sqm) using MidJourney AI.
Japandi—a fusion of Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian comfort—is the perfect design approach for small apartments, emphasizing functionality, simplicity, and natural materials. But how well does AI translate these principles into a practical home design? We’ll walk through the step-by-step AI-generated design process for the living and dining area, kitchen, master bedroom, and kids’ bedroom, while also discussing the benefits and limitations of AI-driven design.
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What is Japandi Style & Why Does AI Work Well With It?
Japandi is a hybrid aesthetic that blends Japanese wabi-sabi philosophy (embracing simplicity and imperfection) with Scandinavian functionality (focused on comfort and efficiency). The result is a space that is:
✅ Timeless & Clutter-Free: Minimalist yet warm interiors with a focus on practical design.
✅ Neutral & Natural: A calming palette of earthy tones, wood textures, and organic materials.
✅ Functional Yet Stylish: Space-saving furniture that prioritizes comfort and usability.
Why AI for Japandi? AI-generated design tools like MidJourney allow us to quickly experiment with different layouts, materials, and lighting variations—helping us visualize the best combinations before making real-world decisions.
Step 1: AI-Generated Concept for Living & Dining Area
MidJourney Prompt for Living & Dining Area
/imagine a Japandi-style living and dining area in a 100 sqm apartment, featuring a warm neutral-toned sectional sofa, a natural wood coffee table, and soft rattan pendant lighting. The dining space includes a minimalist wooden dining set with linen placemats, warm LED ambient lighting, and light oak flooring. Large windows with sheer curtains allow soft natural light to enhance the cozy yet minimal aesthetic. --v 5.2 --ar 16:9 Design Details:
Lighting: Soft pendant lighting for a warm, inviting atmosphere
Furniture: Sectional sofa, coffee table, wooden dining set
Textures & Materials: Light oak wood, rattan accents, linen fabrics
Step 2: AI-Generated Concept for Kitchen
MidJourney Prompt for Kitchen
/imagine a Japandi-style kitchen in a 100 sqm apartment, featuring sleek wood cabinetry, matte white countertops, combination of open and closed shelving for a minimalist yet functional layout. A wooden kitchen island with bar stools serves as a central gathering space, illuminated by soft pendant lighting. The design blends natural wood with modern simplicity, creating an airy, clutter-free aesthetic. --v 5.2 --ar 16:9 Design Details:
Lighting: Soft LED under-cabinet lighting for a cozy kitchen atmosphere
Furniture & Materials: wood cabinetry, countertops, bar stools
Storage: Open shelving for a clean, organized space
Step 3: AI-Generated Concept for Master Bedroom
MidJourney Prompt for Master Bedroom
/imagine a Japandi-style master bedroom in a 100 sqm apartment, featuring a low-profile wooden platform bed with soft linen bedding, warm beige walls, and light oak wooden flooring. A minimalist wardrobe with clean lines provides storage, while a bedside table adds elegance. Soft, natural lighting filters through sheer curtains, creating a serene and calming retreat. --v 5.2 --ar 16:9 --q 2 Design Details:
- Furniture: platform bed, wardrobe, bedside table
- Materials: Linen bedding, light oak flooring, warm beige walls
- Lighting: Natural light complemented by warm LED lamps
Bonus Prompt
Step 5: AI-Generated Concept for Japandi Bathroom
MidJourney Prompt for Bathroom
/imagine a Japandi-style bathroom in a 100 sqm apartment, designed with soft neutral-toned tiles in beige and light gray, creating a calming spa-like ambiance. A frameless glass shower area enhances the openness, with a built-in wooden bench and rainfall showerhead. The floating vanity features a natural wood finish with a matte white ceramic sink, complemented by soft LED backlighting around a round mirror. Minimalist storage baskets keep essentials neatly organized, while warm ambient lighting adds to the tranquil, retreat-like atmosphere. --v 5.2 --ar 16:9
Step 6: AI-Generated Concept for Japandi Balcony
MidJourney Prompt for Balcony
/imagine a Japandi-style balcony in a 100 sqm apartment, featuring a cozy rattan lounge chair with soft linen cushions, a minimalist wooden side table, and potted greenery for a touch of nature. The flooring is warm wooden decking, and soft lantern-style outdoor lighting creates a peaceful evening retreat. A small ceramic tea set sits on the table, completing the tranquil atmosphere. --v 5.2 --ar 16:9
AI vs. Traditional Conceptual Design: Which Works Best?
✅ AI speeds up visualization – Traditional design requires manual 3D modeling and hand sketches, while AI generates multiple concepts within minutes.
✅ Customization & Experimentation – AI allows quick iterations of styles, materials, and layouts without costly reworks.
🚫 AI Limitations – AI-generated designs don’t account for structural feasibility, actual furniture dimensions, or real-world user comfort. Designers must combine AI with practical expertise to create truly functional spaces.
Final Thoughts: Can AI Really Design Your Home?
While AI-generated designs provide incredible visual inspiration, they still require human creativity and technical expertise to bring them to life. The 3-bedroom Japandi apartment concept shows how AI can help streamline the creative process, making it easier to experiment with layouts, materials, and color schemes before finalizing a design.
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