With the rapid pace of daily life, the balance between home, work and everything in between has become blurred and often chaotic. Restore some tranquillity to your home environment by introducing aspects of Scandi home décor, helping you to create a soothing space to unwind.
Whether it’s time to upgrade your dining room table or simply inject some colour with a pot plant or two, follow our style guide on how to create a Scandi-inspired home.
Blending soft textures and muted tones, Scandinavian design is known for its minimalist aesthetic. Functionality, simplicity and use of natural materials are the cornerstones of a Scandinavian home, offering a fresh and adaptable approach to interior design.
Although maintaining a stripped-back aesthetic can seem hard, it doesn’t demand a mass-scale clear out. Scandi living is all about investing in pieces with good storage if you want to double up on functionality and preserve a clutter-free environment. Check out our handy guide on decluttering your living space.
With its effortless design and sleek surfaces, Scandi homeware delivers versatility without compromising on beauty or comfort.
You don’t need to redo your entire kitchen to achieve a Scandi home – a simple furniture switch can really help to refresh your living space. Go for a rattan oak chest of drawers to introduce some cabin charm to your bedroom or pair a crisp white sofa with a stainless steel coffee table for an elegant living room.
Whether you’re after a slimline desk for a minimalist small office design or simply seeking a new set of dining chairs, our Koselig collection captures the essence of Scandinavian home décor.
When it comes to Scandi home décor ideas, a neutral backdrop is key to creating a calming atmosphere. Get those paintbrushes out and transform any room into a peaceful refuge. Channel the simple Scandi look by introducing lighter tones such as creams, beiges, stone shades, or even dusty blues to your walls and ceilings. Learn how to paint like a pro with our expert how-to guide, ensuring an easy process from start to finish.
Use panelling or cladding to introduce texture without straying from the smooth lines of Scandinavian home design. Learn more with our panelling and cladding guide.
Top Tip: Scandi living is also about sustainability. If upcycling is your thing, give your pre-loved furniture a Scandi makeover with a quick sand down and a new lick of paint. Follow our step-by-step guide and you’ll have your preloved chest of drawers looking good as new in no time!
Sometimes a quick lighting change can be all you need to transform a home’s interior and lift the mood. An elegant stem floor lamp can be used to illuminate a forgotten corner of the office while a smaller lamp adds some Hygge ambience to a bedside table. Go for a grey, matt lightshade to add a cool contrast or highlight the warmth of a Scandi home with wooden aspects.
Top tip: Replace heavier lampshades with crisp, dome glass to expose the bulb and maximise the lighting quality. Use our lighting buying guide to find the perfect solution to brighten up your home.
Adding soft furnishings such as cushions, throws and rugs is an easy and cost-effective way to introduce some Scandi home accessories. The trick is to layer. A range of materials and textures can add an extra dimension to your home without the need for eccentric prints and patterns. So grab a hot chocolate, curl up with a fleece blanket and embrace the Danish way of life.
Houseplants are a staple in Scandi design style and a great way to inject a pop of greenery. Dotted around the home, they can transform your work space into a calming oasis or elevate any mantlepiece. Taller plants are perfect additions to your hallways while smaller plants work as a refreshing centre piece for the dining room table.
You can also play with levels using hanging planters or adding a spider plant to a shelf or cabinet. For a Scandi kitchen or living room aesthetic, opt for textured and earthy toned plant pots or get creative by using a ceramic jug as a vase.
If you’re working with a confined space or simply looking to spruce up your bookshelf, check out our quirky houseplant style guide.
Now you know how to use Scandinavian design to create a calming home interior, it’s time to pick your furnishings and get your Hygge on! Don’t forget to share your transformations @Homebase_UK and visit our Ideas & Advice page for more home renovation tips.
