Australians cozy up to Japan-influenced 'Japandi' design

SYDNEY -- "Japandi," an interior design style that incorporates Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics, is gaining popularity in Australia as remote work trends take root and people look to create spaces that are simpler and more inviting.

"I just like the really minimalist style," says Amelia, a woman in her 40s who lives along the coast near Sydney. She learned about Japandi on TV last year and decided to adopt the style for her home's interior, having purchased about 20 such products so far.