Let us introduce you to the heart of Yūgen philosophy. Yūgen is a Japanese aesthetic concept that speaks to a beauty that is deep, subtle, and mysterious. It captures a profound, mysterious beauty and subtle depth in everything around us. It invites us to look beyond the surface and discover the beauty in quiet, powerful details.
This type of beauty does not immediately reveal itself; instead, it is hidden or implicit, waiting to be discovered by those who can look beyond the surface
Yūgen is captured in the quiet reflection of the moon on a dark lake at night, where the soft light only partially illuminates the water’s surface, inviting the observer to ponder the depth and mystery that lie beneath.
It is found in the delicate sound of birds singing at dawn, a gentle melody that breaks the silence of night and hints at the promise of a new day.
This concept is also revealed in a forest path, partially hidden beneath a blanket of fallen autumn leaves, where the glimpses of the trail suggest untold stories of time passing quietly. Yūgen is experienced in the fleeting scent of a flower carried on the wind, a brief but vivid reminder of the unseen beauty that surrounds us, lingering just out of sight.
Yūgen is present in the vision of an ancient city cloaked in fog, where the outlines of buildings and streets blur into softness, inviting the imagination to wander and explore what lies beyond the visible. It is the beauty in these moments of subtlety and mystery, where much is left to the imagination and the true essence is felt rather than seen.
In interior design, we draw inspiration from Yūgen to create spaces that evoke this same sense of wonder and contemplation. Through thoughtful design, we craft environments that go beyond the surface, inviting you to experience the subtle and profound beauty that lies just beneath.
I am Rosanna and I’ve been passionate about living spaces and their energies since I was a teenager. Fine-tuning my sensitivities for energy work over the past years, I’ve worked with all kinds of properties to improve their energy: small apartments, big houses, shops, B&Bs, offices.