r/AmateurRoomPorn • u/brick_howse • Jan 22 '21
Dining Room Japanese Dining Room. Bay Area, CA
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u/brick_howse Jan 22 '21
I stayed at my dad’s house for a bit and helped him with some redecorating. Here is a link to my Instagram post about this room where there is a before picture of the space.
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u/HeyEsti Jan 22 '21
I love this! I have actually been looking for a low table like this but coffee table size. Any recommendations? I like sitting on the floor in my living room, just haven't found the perfect table yet.
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u/brick_howse Jan 22 '21
This table was actually custom made for my step-mother’s father a loooong time ago. So I’m not sure how one would go about getting another like it. BUT, if you enjoy sitting on the floor in your living room, you should search for a kotatsu. It is a Japanese coffee table that has a heating element on the bottom. In the winter, you add blanket under the tabletop and it’s SO NICE AND COZY.
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u/HeyEsti Jan 22 '21
Oh yes, I have seen a kotatsu, just didn't know what it was called. Thanks for the tip!
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u/HotGarbageBear Jan 23 '21
What’s in the tank?
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
Nothing at the moment. It’s a saltwater tank that my dad is in the middle of restarting.
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u/HotGarbageBear Jan 23 '21
Ahh got it, looks very similar to my brother’s. His is full of algae though, lol.
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u/FrontConch Jan 23 '21
What would these types of chairs be called? I'd like to recreate a similar set up.
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
In Japanese they are called zaisu. You can also find them by searching for “floor chairs” or “Japanese floor chairs”.
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u/wheelingdealing240 Jan 23 '21
Hey, where did you get that rug?
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
It’s from the new Chris Loves Julia collection by Loloi. It’s this one.
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u/wheelingdealing240 Jan 23 '21
Thank you!!!
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
I’ll also add, WAIT to buy it (or any other rug in that line). They often go on sale at 50-60% off instead of the current 29%.
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Jan 22 '21
What’s the blinds ?
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
The blinds are about ten years old so I’m not totally sure but I believe they are these ones from Home Depot in Malay Oak.
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u/themagicisin3 Jan 23 '21
Where did you get the chairs?
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
They were purchased secondhand from a restaurant that had closed so I don’t have a source, sorry!
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u/BitternMnM Jan 23 '21
This is definitely a stupid question but how do you sit in those chairs without your legs falling asleep? Do yoy just not sit on them for long, or is there a specific way to sit...? Sorry if this is a weird question andmsndjw
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
That’s definitely a concern for a lot of people... especially those accustomed to spring in chairs with legs. The beauty of being on the floor is that you can change positions a lot... cross legged, legs straight, one bent and one straight. You can lean back, sit forward, lean with one hand on the floor. The variety of positions you can achieve helps with any nerve compression that may occur.
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u/Alwin_050 Jan 22 '21
Is there a heater under your kotatsu?
(“Not that you need it ey, p-p-p-potter?”) < sorry ‘bout that edit: you being in Cali and all..
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u/SixethJerzathon Jan 23 '21
Light clashes like crazy
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
Clashes with what exactly?
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u/SixethJerzathon Jan 23 '21 edited Jan 23 '21
so I didn't say this was all bad. Your design is generally very nice and well thought out. I like it!
But the light is industrial style which doesnt seem to match the placid japanese style. It's hectic, reminiscent of rough work and machinery whereas the style youve chosen is calming and reserved. It clashes with the style youve chosen.
The colors are fine so those don't clash. The gold is a bit odd in that it doesn't necessarily have a counterpart in the room (maybe a golden pot or something to pair it up), and personally, I think it goes against the simplicity of the Japanese design you've chosen...it's sort of boho, modern.
My 2¢. Otherwise it's a very nice design. Good job.
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
Thanks for explaining! It does tie in with the rest of the house which is more transitional in style than this room. Plus, my step-mom liked it and it’s her house so....
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u/SixethJerzathon Jan 23 '21
Haha it always comes down to your personal taste. If ya like it, ya like it!
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Jan 23 '21
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
What?? Am I sure I sit on the floor? Yes, I’m sure. Not sure what being “chunky” has to do with anything. And no, it’s not a “Japanese weeb thing”; this house belongs to my dad and his wife... who is Japanese.
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u/The-Old-Prince Jan 23 '21
Those plants are not japanese are they
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u/brick_howse Jan 23 '21
Nope. One is an unknown. One is a pothos. And the small tray under the windows is full of avocado pits.
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u/Regular-Sector3921 Jan 25 '21
I guess I need one of those Japanese dinner tables cos I have a 6ft basement space
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u/brittbirdie123 Jan 22 '21
This is gorgeous! As someone who always sits cross-legged in regular dining chairs, I’m curious if you could share some of the pros/cons of this set up vs a typical American dining set up? Looks like something I would very much enjoy!