{"id":1721,"date":"2011-11-30T16:19:31","date_gmt":"2011-11-30T16:19:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.ratedpeople.com\/?p=1721"},"modified":"2021-06-15T12:53:55","modified_gmt":"2021-06-15T11:53:55","slug":"scandinavian-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/scandinavian-style","title":{"rendered":"How to achieve the Scandinavian style"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Scandinavian design, especially Danish style, has been trendy for years and it’s not difficult to see why. With minimalist interiors, warm wooden accents and white colour schemes, it’s easy to mimic the look from high end to budget. Check out our tips on how to achieve the Scandi style, below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try lagom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lagom is a Swedish term that roughly translates to “just right”. The term is commonly applied to Scandinavian interior design, by focusing on minimalistic furniture and decor whilst eliminating unnecessary pieces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the beauty of the sparse Scandinavian look: open space<\/a><\/strong>, smooth shapes, natural light<\/a><\/strong> and timeless furniture. The look might seem sterile at first, but it makes for a great neutral starting palette, especially in the kitchen<\/a><\/strong>. Accessories are very important, as long as they shy away from anything bling and gaudy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Check out our modern minimalist kitchen design ideas<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Look to Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen, Alvar Aalto, and Georg Jensen for that simple, but functional design. Many of these iconic forms look modern today, although they were designed half a century ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Add natural elements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Scandinavian-inspired rustic homes<\/a><\/strong> draw inspiration from the beautiful Nordic landscape. Think natural toned paints, folkloric touches and houseplants<\/a><\/strong>. Textiles, such as sheepskin, can also spruce up a space so it doesn’t look too functional and minimalist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wood furniture is commonplace, from solid wood beds to whitewashed coffee tables. These pieces become a focal point of the room, especially when crafted by a talented carpenter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FIND A CARPENTER<\/font><\/a><\/center>\n\n\n\n
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Contrast textures, sizes and shapes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Contrasting elements give your home that ‘wow’ factor, whatever your interior design style. It’s no different when it comes to the Scandinavian aesthetic! Contrast helps to break up a neutral colour scheme and adds weight to your space. Consider contrasting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n