SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN TRENDS TO PULL OFF AT HOME

STORAGE AS décor

 

Because of the functionality aspect of Scandinavian design, using storage pieces that double as stylish decor is a no-brainer. According to Anna Decilveo, a merchandiser at the Swedish-founded company Tic tail, “The shelf or basket you would've likely hid in your closet is, instead, a work of art in itself.” From storage racks to kitchen organizers, virtually every facet of your home can be Scandinavian-level chic.

GET THE LOOK: GARMENT RACK

 

This three-legged garment rack is heavy on both form and function thanks to a sturdy design and a combination of sharp angles and smooth curves.

GET THE LOOK: SHOE RACK

 

Perfect for an entryway or under a clothing rack, this shoe rack combines whitewashed wood and metal, with a slender silhouette that works for large or small spaces.

WARM AND COZY TEXTILES

Wool, mohair, and sheepskin throws are some of the few accent pieces that bring texture in the home while abiding to the Scandinavian aesthetic. Opt for shades of gray, like Charcoal, natural textures, like burlap or jute, or muted hues, like a pale purple with gray undertones, when picking blankets or throws.

WARM AND COZY TEXTILES

Wool, mohair, and sheepskin throws are some of the few accent pieces that bring texture in the home while abiding to the Scandinavian aesthetic. Opt for shades of gray, like Charcoal, natural textures, like burlap or jute, or muted hues, like a pale purple with gray undertones, when picking blankets or throws.

GET THE LOOK: KASHKULI RUG

A jewel-toned blue rug with cream leaf-shaped accents brings in classic Scandi-style nature motifs while still keeping your look modern.

GET THE LOOK: 1-LIGHT DOME PENDANT

The streamlined silhouette and glossy blue finish of this modern industrial pendant light will illuminate your favorite spaces while adding a touch of rich color.

WORN LEATHER

We're seeing a major transition to worn leather pieces in Nordic interiors, like these leather-backed wooden chairs in Swedish stylist Lotta Agaton's home at La Maison d'Anna G. They're rustic without looking too antique — and look great with a sheepskin blanket tossed over their back. We're thinking this might be a Swedish play on the current American mid-century modern obsession.

SHEEPSKIN RUGS

 

While wall-to-wall carpeting is a definite no in Scandinavian design, there are still ways to bring texture to your floors. Our advice? Sheepskin rugs. In the colder climates that Scandinavian design was born from, sheepskin not only ties into the cultural inception of the style, it also enhances the otherwise texturally sparse look.

PAPER LANTERN LIGHTS

There's an ethereal feel to these giant paper lanterns, both an interpretation of Asian-inspired light fixtures and a sideways take on a traditional chandelier. In calligrapher Ylva Skarp's home, four huge lanterns hang over her kitchen table, creating a whimsical overhead installation.

LIGHT WOOD SLATS & FLOORING

Traditional Scandinavian style values bright, airy spaces, making light wood floors the perfect pick. In addition to wood on floors, the style also favors wood accents and finishes. There's something very serene about slatted walls, like those at the Finnish Dream Hotel; like you're hiding away in a cabin or about to spend the most relaxing hour in the sauna.

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