Alex Eagle on Wabi-Sabi: Finding Beauty in Imperfection at Home
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Alex Eagle
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In this column, London-based designer and creative director Alex Eagle explores the Japanese aesthetic philosophy of wabi-sabi, which finds beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness. She explains why this ancient concept feels particularly relevant in today's world, and offers practical guidance on how to incorporate wabi-sabi principles into home decor — embracing natural materials, patina, asymmetry, and the beauty of objects that age gracefully over time.
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· 3 pulledLately, I've found myself buying peonies just as they're beginning to fade.
Wabi-sabi is about finding beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness.
It's a philosophy that feels more relevant now than ever before.
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