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Scandinavian Style: A Complete Guide

In recent years, Scandinavian style has become popular across the world. This style has a transcendent appeal in its love of soothing neutral tones, warm natural materials, and overall simplicity. Even though the principles behind Scandinavian style are so simple, there is a lot that goes into creating beautiful Scandinavian living spaces.

Learn More About Scandinavian Style

  1. The History of Scandinavian Design
  2. Key Elements of Scandinavian Style
  3. Color Palette and Materials
  4. Furniture and Layout
  5. Lighting in Scandinavian Design
  6. Incorporating Nature and Plants
  7. Textiles and Accessories
  8. Integrating Rugs into Scandinavian Decor
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The History of Scandinavian Design

Scandinavian style began to develop in the early 20th century when modernism and machinery were beginning to envelop society. Other popular glamorous styles like Art Nouveau and Art Deco developed during this era, and they certainly did not have an appreciation for minimalism and simplicity. 

That is where Scandinavian style began to develop. Instead of leaning into the glitz and glamor of other popular styles, Scandinavian design highlighted simplicity, limited color palettes, and a deep appreciation for light and nature. 

As our modern society has continued to be centered around technology and expediency, Scandinavian style has cropped up once again to draw us back towards simplicity and nature.

Key Elements of Scandinavian Style

Scandinavian style finds beauty in simplicity. There aren’t many excess decorations or pieces to make the room feel cluttered; instead, any pieces used in Scandinavian design are very intentionally added for a practical purpose or leaving a soft impression. Furniture and Scandinavian art tend to use clean lines, neutral colors, and natural materials like warm woods. In general, the goal of Scandinavian style is to create a minimalist space that feels warm and cozy, so all accents and architecture work towards that goal.

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Color Palette and Materials

In contrast to other designs that popped up at the same time, Scandinavian design focused on light, muted colors and natural textures. Off white, cream, and soft beige tones all remain popular in today’s version of Scandinavian style, as do natural materials like wood and wool. Soft fabrics are particularly important to this design style, since they create a more cozy space that welcomes you with open arms. Wood however is equally important since it fulfills the Scandinavian goal of drawing you back towards nature and the outdoor world.

Furniture and Layout

When it comes to Scandi furniture and layout, simplicity is your friend. Scandi furniture layout is typically straightforward, easy to access, and easy to appreciate. The furniture used in this style is also very simplistic and made with outstanding craftsmanship. Clean lines, limited ornamentation, and natural materials are three things to look for in any piece of furniture you use. 

Equally important to the furniture and layout is the use of light in the space. In Scandinavian style, furniture should always be placed in a way that maximizes the room’s natural and artificial lighting.

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Lighting in Scandinavian Design

Light is an essential component of Scandinavian design. Natural lighting from windows, doors, and skylights greatly impact the tone of the room and create that bright and airy feeling that Scandinavian style is known for. Even if the room doesn’t have much natural lighting, you should be very intentional with including artificial lighting to bask the entire room in a warm, comfortable light.

Incorporating Nature and Plants

Since Scandi style has such a deep appreciation of nature, it makes sense that plants and natural materials are key accents in the style. Greenery has two purposes in Scandi: highlighting nature and bringing color into an otherwise neutral color scheme. The same goes for wood, which can vary in tone and create a more dynamic space despite the minimalist design principles.

Textiles and Accessories

Textiles and accessories help elevate this minimalist style to feel more personal and cozy. Thick wool blankets and other warm fabrics are often used as primary accents in Scandi style. Similarly, textiles and pieces with subtle designs also reinforce the Scandi style without making the space feel cluttered or too busy.

Integrating Rugs into Scandinavian Decor

There are several principles to consider when adding a rug to a Scandi room.

  • Purpose and Placement
    • Since this style isn’t big on unnecessary accents, it’s important to choose a rug that has a purpose in the room (like adding warmth or highlighting a natural material). The rug’s placement should also be intentional so that it positively impacts the room’s functionality and flow. With living rooms for example, this may be creating a soft surface by your primary seats. 
  • Choosing the Right Rugs:
    • Your rug’s material plays a big role in the rug’s impact and its connection to the overarching style. Natural materials like wool, cotton, and fur are popular options, and they can also reinforce the soft neutral color palette of the room. They can also feature a subtle pattern that reinforces a natural motif or use the rug’s pattern as a key focal point in the minimalist space. 
  • Layering Rugs
    • Again, since Scandinavian style is so minimalist, adding texture to the room is an integral part of creating visual interest. That’s why instead of using a single rug to fit the space, you can add depth by layering rugs on top of one another. This simple practice has a huge impact on the room’s tone and gives you even more freedom for incorporating different materials, textures, colors, and patterns.

Scandinavian style is a beautiful, timely design that perfectly suits modern times. With its deep appreciation of nature, soothing colors, and texture, this style is ideal for creating warm and welcoming spaces. With all that in mind, you can incorporate Scandi style into your home to create a cozy, airy space that you and your guests will love.

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