Collection by Zach Edelson

Muji Designs in Modern Homes

It's most likely you know Muji as a purveyor of office supplies and apparel, though this Japanese brand with a penchant for minimalist, restrained design also sells housewares.

“You can stand in one space and reach everything,” explains Colin of the precise kitchen layout with its custom-made stainless steel countertop, cantilevered cupboards, and integrated cooktop and oven. The cupboards’ shallow shelves were specially made to take up minimal space and to fit Muji storage jars.
“You can stand in one space and reach everything,” explains Colin of the precise kitchen layout with its custom-made stainless steel countertop, cantilevered cupboards, and integrated cooktop and oven. The cupboards’ shallow shelves were specially made to take up minimal space and to fit Muji storage jars.
The Lais designed their house to be theirs forever. As such, they were able to make design moves that made sense for themselves but that wouldn't have high resale value, like the Japanese-style master bathroom in the middle of the second floor instead of off of the master bedroom. The traditional setup features bath stools from Muji for washing off.
The Lais designed their house to be theirs forever. As such, they were able to make design moves that made sense for themselves but that wouldn't have high resale value, like the Japanese-style master bathroom in the middle of the second floor instead of off of the master bedroom. The traditional setup features bath stools from Muji for washing off.
In the living room, a Dublexo sofa and ottoman by Innovation Living was sourced from Zinc Details. The rug is from Ikea; the Kozy Heat gas fireplace is clad in gray tilework and knotty cedar planks. The clocks are from Muji and the posters are from Paper Jam Press.
In the living room, a Dublexo sofa and ottoman by Innovation Living was sourced from Zinc Details. The rug is from Ikea; the Kozy Heat gas fireplace is clad in gray tilework and knotty cedar planks. The clocks are from Muji and the posters are from Paper Jam Press.
For the bedroom, the designer selected a bed by Muji and floor lamps by Lightyears.
For the bedroom, the designer selected a bed by Muji and floor lamps by Lightyears.