Boring grey, multi-layered textiles, decorative storage systems – these and 10 other popular Scandinavian style trends you can apply to any interior.
1. Cold shades in decoration
The northern country of Denmark, where the Scandinavian style began to develop, set the tone for the color design of apartments. Cold shades of white, gray, and blue – these are the three “pillars” on which the whole gamut of the fashion trend is built.
Of course, these colors are not chosen by chance. Firstly, there is little light in the north, and light shades are used to increase insolation. Secondly, cold colors work to visually increase the space. It is these reasons that determine that cold shades in decoration can be safely used in other interiors.
2. Intense green and blue colors
Lately, the Scandinavian style has been shifting from all-white to deep, vibrant hues. And not only in decor and accents. Scandi lovers are painting entire walls and rooms in rich greens and deep blues, and this trend can easily be applied to any modern room.
3. Natural wood
The Scandinavian style promotes an eco-friendly approach to the interior, so you can often see natural wood in the decoration and furniture of Scandinavians. European Scandi has somewhat transformed this approach, and more often uses wood substitutes, but still, it is necessary to look for ways to make the interior more natural. And this is worth learning from the Scandinavians.
For example, if you need a budget wood floor finish, look for a floorboard. This is a budget analog of a parquet board made of pine and larch. It requires maintenance, but it definitely looks better than laminate.
4 Rack rails for clothes
Open storage systems are something we often see in small Scandinavian studios. And what you can buy in any store of a famous Swedish brand. Such a mini dressing room will fit into a small space and can decorate a minimalist bedroom.
5. Decorative storage systems
For example, a metal frame with clips and hooks that you can attach a photo to, where you can store hanging jewelry or keys with glasses.
Or a table chest – similar examples can be found in the IKEA assortment.
6. Open shelves
Open shelves cannot be called an attribute of an exclusively Scandinavian style, but they became widespread in European interiors precisely with the arrival of Scandi in our reality. Open shelves are not only a storage system, they are a way to decorate a room and add volume to it. How to decorate the shelves of an open rack, we have already told.
7. Fur, feathers, and knitted decor in the interior
Fur pillows and knitted blankets in the Scandinavian interior look very organic. They are unlikely to be appropriate in the warm season, but they will definitely help create comfort on cold evenings, which are much more numerous in our climate. And feathers are often used to decorate lamps.
8. Cotton and linen
The Scandinavian style “loves” natural materials, as we said. And perhaps this “love” is one of the main trends that should be applied in other styles. The most affordable scandi materials are cotton and linen. The mass market responds to the growing demand for these fabrics and releases more and more appropriate collections. Search and implement in your interiors.
9. Bed-house
And parents should pay attention to this trend. It’s so cute and versatile (practical and stylish at the same time) that it should definitely be applied to other styles. Moreover, the children’s room is a field for improvisation.
10. Bedside tables-stools
Stools are used not only in Scandinavian bedrooms but also in bathrooms and kitchens. It is better if it is a model made of wood with a natural wood pattern.
11. Layering
This definition applies to textiles. Layering is appropriate in the bedroom and living room and is applicable in any interior, be it classic or minimalism. Put a few pillows of different sizes, cover the bed with a textured blanket, and put another one on top – and you will achieve the desired effect. Don’t be afraid of textiles.
12. Posters and minimalist paintings
The fashion for posters came more from pop art, but minimalist lettering and the so-called Scandinavian posters with images of tropical leaves are definitely from the popular style. And black and white photos have gained new popularity in Scandinavian interiors, but this does not mean that they are applicable only there. Try fitting them into a loft-style, modern or minimalist room. Even mid-century modern can become even more interesting.
13. Mirror over sofa or bed
Of course, above the bed or sofa, the mirror performs more of a decorative role than a practical one. But it was in Scandinavian interiors that these minimalistic round mirrors on a suspension appeared. Use them in minimalist, modern, or eclectic interiors.
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