The influence of the Scandinavian style can be seen in any design element - from fine art to architecture, from furniture to home decor. Today you will see 10 stunning apartments that demonstrate the diversity and versatility of Scandinavian interiors. Some of them offer solutions familiar from Ikea magazines - classic white and wooden furniture. In others, the Scandinavian style is not so one-sidedly visible - here you can also find bright colorful motifs.
The main advantage of the Scandinavian style is that almost any person can use some of his classic tricks when decorating their own home. We are confident that, looking through our collection, you will draw inspiration that will help make your home amazing and unique. An apartment in the Scandinavian style is a dream that can very easily be realized.
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1. The play of light
The design concept of the apartment, presented as the first example in our selection, was developed by architects Anna & Eugeni Bach. The main emphasis here is on the importance of light in the Scandinavian interior. Designers managed to find at least one striking modernist solution. We are talking about the amazing ceiling, which "weaves the narrative" between bright light and shadow.
During the restoration of the premises, it was possible to remove and restore the old floor tile. Subsequently, it was used to create dividing strips, which gave an excellent effect.
Featuring white surfaces and wood finishes, this kitchen is essentially the epitome of Scandinavian design.
2. More vibrant colors
The next room is a bit more colorful. Bright colors have always been appreciated in this style, as they help to cope with depression and despondency during long Scandinavian winters. Therefore, when decorating, it makes sense to use bright colors as much as possible - they increase the vitality and dynamism of space.
The proper organization of storage spaces is one of the paramount tasks of designers involved in interior design in the Scandinavian style. These integrated shelves look especially natural here.
This apartment is a great illustration of the fact that not everything in the Scandinavian interior should come from Scandinavia. For example, here is a mirror from the French designer Jacques Adnet, and the rightmost chair is from Fabio Bortolani.
At the same time decorating the room remains quite simple.
Behind the classic storage spaces is a beautifully decorated wall, decorated with huge newspaper clippings.
The kitchen looks impressive, but at the same time it is home-like. Spice jars and plates on open shelves give the room its own character, its own personality.
Red and black are the final touches to the overall color theme of this kitchen. A similar print on the rug is quite typical for Scandinavian interiors.
3. Wood accents
The following interior is a demonstration of the use of wooden elements in the Scandinavian design.The muted shades of the light floor make it possible to stand out for the bold, but at the same time calm gray, which in its own way is further enhanced by colorful accents placed in carefully selected places.
Some wooden elements used in this living room are clearly visible here - the legs of a side table and the side wall of a small cabinet in the background.
Is it game time? Chess on the table is a favorite technique of designers from the Bauhaus school. Each figure has a valid range of motion, which is a great example of design functionality.
This easy chair is the embodiment of "hygge" - a Scandinavian word that translates as "comfortable."
Such a lively composition! Wooden dining chairs, considered classics all over the world, are adjacent to the Ames molded plastic chairs, which have also won their place in world design practice.
Swedish designer Mattias Stählbom has created a colorful series of pendant lights. Pay attention to how the electric wires harmonize in color with the frame of the paintings located in the background.
Although many people associate the Scandinavian style with minimalism, these two concepts are not always synonymous. It is always nice to surround yourself with objects that you love.
4. Homeliness with yellow and blue accents
The yellow and blue accents in this room create an exceptionally sunny and natural atmosphere. Classical furniture creates a feeling of simplicity, and a bright geometric pattern on the carpet creates a modernist effect. The used decor gives the room its charisma.
All this taken together allows you to feel at home in this room.
So many beautiful plants! A house full of blooming greens will always cheer you up, and even more so in the harsh Scandinavian winter.
Taxidermy does not always fit well into modern interiors, but you can bring to mind the hunting traditions of the north. An example of an updated approach is this wonderful voluminous deer head.
Colorful ceramic and fine mesh pendant lights (the Pot-Purri line from 3 Dots Collective) seem to defy gravity.
Placing greens in several tiers allows you to save a little space, which is important from an aesthetic point of view.
Bright, white - this classic bedroom seems simple, but at the same time full of personality, and the gray textile elements present here enhance this feeling.
Funny drawings depicting animals harmoniously coexist with a home mini-ranger on a unique form of shelving system.
Above each of the two bedside tables hangs an additional ceramic lamp. Their bright orange cords match the color of one of the nightstands.
5. Maximum comfort
Designers did not seek to copy one of the variants of Scandinavian interior advertised in magazines. Maybe that is why the room looks amazing - there is a smell of pine and a breath of light spring breeze. A transparent glass coffee table looks like a piece of ice, but overall the furniture is pretty cozy as much as possible.
The rich texture attracts you to wrap yourself in a blanket and enjoy a pleasant conversation
Vintage drawers and reinforced shelves are an alternative to the classic storage spaces we are all used to seeing. There will always be a place for several styles.
White brick walls and heavy wooden furniture provide a good contrast with minimalistic surfaces on the right side.
Looking out the window, you will see a palm tree and the coast of the sea. This is another confirmation that the Scandinavian style in the interior of apartments is popular all over the world!
6. Classic Scandinavian interior
This interior, starting with a dramatic portrait of John Lennon, uses a classic approach familiar to fans of the Scandinavian style.Such chic and at the same time minimalist interiors never seem too cold, which is facilitated by the presence of wooden elements and layered textile products in them.
Unplastered brick can work wonders - it serves as a battery of thermal energy, which means that your room will be warm.
Armchair Flag Halyard by Hans Wegner (Hans Wegner), perhaps one of the most famous in the Scandinavian style. The skin thrown from above is an essential element of this piece of furniture - it softens the body's touch on metal and ropes.
A wall of jagged, cracked gray cinder block adds interesting new touches to an already stunning interior.
These stylish removable covers for dining chairs allow you to keep your seats clean year-round.
A zebra painted on the wall and unusual geometric pendant lights add something unique and aesthetically pleasing to the interior.
7. Welcome to the colorful world of Scandinavian design.
This space is very different from the "sterile" snow-white interiors advertised in magazines. A room full of energy and color at every step emphasizes the individuality of its inhabitants.
The marine theme prevails here - everywhere there are images of anchors and various sea creatures. Wooden furniture, due to its rough surfaces, resembles a floating forest.
Wooden furniture is present in almost every Scandinavian-style apartment. On the left is the iconic Ames chair.
The lamp on the bracket on the left is the work of designer Paolo Rizzatto.
Here is a wonderful illustration of an interesting selection of marine decor that brings life to this living room.
Brave and bright! The kitchen is filled with the blue ocean, which is reflected in the glossy surfaces of dishes and household appliances present everywhere.
Not inviting friends to such a wonderful kitchen for spending time together is simply impossible.
Pale blue, adjacent to golden yellow, creates a special aesthetic in this bedroom. It's worth waking up for that!
The classic Acapulco armchair is very popular both in Scandinavia and in other parts of the world. A small table nearby was created by a very talented designer from Denmark, Thomas Bentzen.
Wherever you live, a house without love is not a house. The neatly positioned posters above the bed remind us of this.
This bedroom is also a good example of the effective use of framed prints above the bed, allowing you to compensate for the latter's off-center position.
The birdhouse located here is simply charming.
In fact, this birdhouse is not just a decorative element, but a convenient lamp for lighting the desktop. Near the table is a cozy reading niche.
As always, storage is crucial.
This ultra-modern bathroom is dominated by geometric themes.
Wooden elements, indoor plants in pots, as well as several accessories from decorative ceramics create a hint of color.
Two-tone walls repeat the shades of gray on the floor tiles.
8. An open-plan apartment
The main accent color in this open-plan apartment is pale blue. In addition, there are inclusions of green in the form of houseplants, attracting attention to light sources.
Eclectic furniture - from a low horizontal cabinet to a wooden pendant lamp - makes sense in the Scandinavian interior.
Of course, bright flowers also help revitalize the space.
The abundance of textiles provides the sensation of warmth needed to survive a long winter.
The combination of black and white is not quite typical for Scandinavian houses, but, you see, it works well here.
Traditional kitchen utensils always bring a bit of personality to the interior.
Placed on the right is a unique table with a shadow effect - the work of Ukrainian designer Dmitry Kozinenko (Dmitry Kozinenko).
Wood, multilayer textiles and plenty of sunlight ... - the bedroom returns to the quintessence of Scandinavian aesthetics.
9. Bauhaus and Scandinavian style
Have you ever wondered what the interior will look like in which the Bauhaus meets the Scandinavian style? Now you have the answer to this question - this is a simple and at the same time elegant house in which you can notice a slight hint of a crude industrial style. Color accents are subtle and varied, but tend to shift towards blue and yellow.
Smeg refrigerators can often be found in Scandinavian interiors. They fit into the aesthetics of the Scandinavian style so well that you can easily forget that they were created in Italy.
The amazing variety of chairs in this dining area is a reflection of the variety of room decoration styles used.
Old kitchen apron tiles and natural wood countertops balance minimalist white surfaces. The Rock pendant lamp was created by the Italian company Foscarini in collaboration with the Diesel fashion brand.
10. The charm of Scandinavian design
The concept of this beautiful home has been developed and visualized by N-Gon Archviz employees for the Hut in the Forest project. The furniture available here (both classic Scandinavian and modern models), as well as a large number of interesting and unique decor, are able to keep the visitor in a state of enchantment for several days.
Visualization of a Scandinavian house at night can be seen infrequently. In fact, this is strange, because the farther to the north, the shorter the daylight hours, which means that this is more than relevant for Scandinavian interiors. Night visualization offers a great opportunity to appreciate the true power of indoor lighting.
Pendant lights from Coco Flip Studios pour light onto a wooden table in the dining area. Pay attention to the flat imitation of the elk’s head on the left - it is impeccable!