The likelihood is that Ikea furniture or staging rooms are among the first ideas that come to mind when you think about Scandinavian design. Though it is more of a particular cultural approach to interior design, the Scandinavian aesthetic is not just limited to oak wood dining tables. Scandinavia consists of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, three Northern European nations with severe winters and little access to natural light. According to AOK Social, the Scandinavian aesthetic is a reaction to their climate and focuses on simple, minimalist designs that enhance comfort and natural light. It frequently goes hand-in-hand with hygge, a Danish cultural practice that places a strong emphasis on cozy, comfort, and relaxation (via Country Living).
According to Apartment Therapy, the Scandinavian aesthetic is characterized by orderliness, a lack of clutter, a preference for light wood tones, plants, comfortable textures (such as knit or faux fur), and a neutral color scheme. The most popular hues for a Scandinavian aesthetic are beige, cream, and white, but additional hues can be simply added (Apartment Therapy specifically mentioned gray-blue, blush pink, and sage green). Although any hue can be used in this aesthetic, warm neutrals and subdued tones work best.
Common Scandinavian aesthetic colors, like beige, cream, and light wood, as well as the green from plants, are used in this living area. It also includes more stark black and white images, giving it a more contemporary look.
With the addition of a rich, egg yolk-yellow chair, this seating space heavily leans toward the conventional warm color schemes typical of the Northern European style. This provides some contrast, depth, and variety in addition to warmth.
Consider sticking with simply white and light creams for a really sleek, uniform style; this will still have the Scandinavian feel but in a more polished, stark sense.
Consider boosting the aesthetic’s color scheme’s warmth for individuals who prefer a little bit more color. Introduce brick reds, apricot oranges, and rich, subdued pinks. The Scandinavian aesthetic does not allow for much emerald green, but it can be incorporated by strictly sticking to the other aspects.
Keep reading IWMBuzz.com
