With the rise of Mid-Century Modern furniture and people’s desire for more comfortable homes has come a newfound interest in Scandinavian interior design.
Scandinavian countries have long been at the forefront of design because of their emphasis on comfort and ease. If you’ve been feeling cluttered or overwhelmed in your own home, it may be time to try out this design idea.
Let’s take a look at some of the key features of Scandinavian design to make it easy.
Light
One of the key features of Scandinavian design is bright light. The whole room should be bathed in as much natural light as possible.
Avoid dark curtains and opt for sheer ones instead. Keep them open as often as possible. If your room doesn’t have many windows, you’ll have to substitute with artificial light. Look for lighting fixtures that offer bright white light instead of light with a yellow tint.
Fill as many corners of the room with attractive light fixtures as possible. You should also consider installing more lighting into the ceiling.
Colours
Some colours are instantly recognizable as Scandinavian design trends. The colours you choose for the room should not overwhelm the eye but instead, bring a feeling of relaxation and cosiness.
Black, white, grey, tan, and brown are often used together to create a very natural and neutral look. Accent colours include pastels such as seafoam green and rose pink.
For the most part, the walls should stay in a light neutral colour to keep the room bright and draw attention to the furniture. But if you’re painting in a light colour, you’ll want to make sure it lasts. Mastic Royal anti-bacterial paint can help your paint colour stay fresh longer.
Textiles
Cosy. Cosy. Cosy. Natural. Natural. Natural.
This should be your mantra when choosing textiles and materials to incorporate into your interior design when going for a Scandinavian look. Look for woods with a natural-looking, light-coloured stain. If you find a wood piece, you love in the wrong colours, you can always stain it yourself.
Soft textures should also fill the room, such as sherpa, wool, and mohair. These tiny details make all the difference and add interest to both the eyes and the hands. Make sure you layer in multiple textures for the most variety.
Lines
Perhaps one of the most instantly recognizable Scandinavian design ideas is clean lines in furniture. Scandinavian furniture is simple, geometric, practical, and beautiful in a simple sense. You can mix decades with the furniture but definitely look for the most geometric patterns and shapes you can.
Decor
Just as a great outfit needs great accessories, a great room needs great decor. Scandinavian decor, like so much of the design, emphasizes the natural and the geometric.
Fill your room with lively plants, driftwood artwork, and pressed or dried flowers. If you plan on hanging artwork, opt for abstract expressionism featuring muted colours and geometric shapes. Vintage graphic design with bold lines also works well in a Scandinavian interior design.
Scandinavian Interior Design
By focusing on natural textures, muted colours, bright light, and simple beauty, you can make Scandinavian interior design easy. Remember that it should inspire comfort, so even while you’re making your design decisions, try not to stress too much. Enjoy the process.
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