Scandi Rustic: Creating a cozy & happy home

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Our aim is always that a space we have designed should feel warm and welcoming even before putting any furniture or objects into the space – merely be the choice of materials for the architecture itself and the use of daylight in the space. There is a simplicity that is captured in Scandinavian design that strongly reflects the thoughtfulness of Japanese minimalist design.

When we think of Scandinavian design we can’t help but think of famous Danish designers such as Arne Jacobsen, Hans Wegner or Poul Kjaerholm; designers who used beautiful, natural materials to create simple, elegant furniture. There are classic elements of Scandi decor style that you can adopt into your scheme, but modern designers are now approaching a Scandinavian brief that pushes it beyond the white-walled, hygge-inspired rooms associated with this style too. For a Scandinavian feel, I often refer to Japanese design inspiration, as well as current Scandinavian designers,' suggests Andrea. However, Scandi style is all about natural light, so you might take a different approach a dark living room idea than just painting the entire space in black. Earthy shades also reflect the nature-inspired aspect of Scandi interiors and blend smoothly with natural materials such as wood, jute, cotton and clay.In a Scandinavian farmhouse bedroom, you may see an accent wall of white shiplap wood rather than an elaborate headboard, for example. With the ease of knowledge sharing globally through digital platforms, our current style in Scandinavia has become very diversified. Our desire is to help you create your own personal rustic look bringing rustic woods, together with scandi, urban and coastal themes. Remember, don't get too focused on the colors either, you can always strip back wood or paint it to fit with your style. Japandi tends to lean into warmer tones, such as lush browns and deep creams with undertones of red and yellow.

Furthermore, it makes the whole space feel cozy for the elements within how it made the house a home. Another new trend in Scandi style is a focus on environmental awareness, which in general is shining through in architecture and design,' explains Sofie Ganeva. To prevent your bedroom from looking flat or dull, make sure to experiment with prints and patterns.Scandinavian decor is often created with minimal decoration, stark color palettes, and unfinished, light-colored wood furniture. Then there's the more traditional version of Scandi style, the one associated with hygge that's all about comfort, coziness and textures. If you are looking for that perfect Swedish home decor inspiration, here are some of our favorite Scandinavian-inspired living rooms. It could be the soft textures throughout the space or the rustic wooden coffee table, but we think it also has something to do with the purposefully messy lived-in look.

It’s a great way for someone who’s maximalist and bold at heart to still have a calming interior as it achieves both, and as people are spending more time at home they’re investing in their own style. This is because lighting design is fundamentally important in making your interior work, creating the right ambience and making your home comfortable. The Happiness Institute of Denmark have found that it may well be the Danes social relationships that make them happiest, and that Hygge puts small social gatherings at it’s heart. Decoration and accessories should be personal, rather than trend-led; for example, a vase picked up secondhand, or dried flowers from a summer walk.Throughout a Scandinavian farmhouse-styled home there is a focus on minimalism, allowing each element of the home and decorative piece to make a visual impact in its space,” says St-Germain. A common struggle for many homeowners is decorating a wall without making it feel too cluttered or, worse, too empty. As we've already mentioned, wood is a core material in Scandi decor, but interior designers who work in this style also have a talent for mixing wood colors and textures within the same scheme. Our online home aims to mimic our high-street experience, a haven of tranquil calm with colours inspired by nature coastal blues, woodland greens and urban greys. Unlike traditional Scandinavian decor, rustic design focuses on plenty of layering and furniture that provides a warm and cozy feeling.

This works especially well paired with soft wall-washing lights to highlight the movement in the paint. Rather than hang them as a gallery wall, which can look busy, keep them in lines for a more clean feel. A pop of green color and some intentionally comfortable fabrics can prevent your home from looking too monotone while fostering a sense of coziness. Lighting is often described as the jewelry of the room, but for a minimalist Scandi style, underplaying your hand when it comes to lighting might be the better option. Just keep it simple, stick to two or three larger pieces if you want a minimalist aesthetic, and try and find a common color that will give the prints a cohesive feel.

I think it is hard to define modern Scandinavian Style,' adds Norm Architect's Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page. Warmer-toned neutrals and pastel paint ideas still offer the minimalist base that helps a Scandi style room feel uncluttered, but can be embellished with other, brighter colors for a modern take on the look.