Flowers, Tea, and the Art of Stillness

When I feel inspired to create, I often turn to flowers.

This ikebana-inspired arrangement — eucalyptus, rose, and chrysanthemum — reflects a simple trinity: line, softness, and fragrance. In the spirit of Ikenobō, the oldest school of ikebana, the arrangement honors asymmetry, negative space, and natural movement.

In Japanese tea ceremony, flowers are placed as chabana — tea flowers. They are not ornamental centerpieces, but quiet reflections of the season. They are chosen thoughtfully and arranged to appear as if still growing.

Tea and ikebana share the same philosophy:
beauty through restraint.
power through simplicity.
presence through intention.

When I create a space for tea, I am also creating space for stillness.

Everything is connected.
There is so much beauty to be enjoyed — especially in simplicity.

And truly, there is so much power in flowers.

Every unique moment is worth savoring.

Stay inspired. Stay creative. Stay playful.