Want to go with the Scandinavian interior design style for your home but don’t know where to start? In this article, we will be talking all about the current trends to keep your space trendy and inspiring.
2023 is the year we allow ourselves to find new interpretations within the interior design style where the old and new meet by mixing materials, patterns and colours but still using the base concepts of the style.
Before we talk about the current trends, let’s talk briefly about the key elements of traditional Scandinavian house design. It would be key to blend both past, present, and future of Scandinavian interior design to be cohesive.
The Scandinavian home design is all about being simple and minimal yet functional and accessible. Hygge is one of the most important elements in Scandinavian style. It refers to creating an environment that evokes feelings of cosiness, warmth, and comfort, originating from Nordic homes that have the same core essence.
Colour palettes usually consist of white, greys, black and blue accents reflecting the winter skies and landscapes of Nordic countries. Being all about creating a balance between decor and furniture, prioritising light clutter-free spaces without being overly ornate. Common decor usually used are nature-inspired artworks or fluffy textiles.
Now that we know about the basis of the interior design style. Let's talk about the current trends that blend fresh designs with time-honoured elements of Scandinavian interior design!
The Scandinavian design is picking up inspiration from ‘60s to ‘90s, throwing back to using browns, oranges, and red muted hues and furniture with bulbous shapes. Make sure to keep the space around these furniture decluttered so you can appreciate the beauty of each furniture with a retro touch more.
Scandinavian interior design always prioritises letting natural light pour into the space to brighten the entire room. One example is like the above portfolio, by using sheer curtains to create soft light and balance without overwhelming the space with light. Another way to maximise natural light into your room is by installing long windows. Here’s a tip; Add black-out curtains in a grey hue if you want to take a break from the bright room, it also acts as a perfect finishing touch for a scandinavian-inspired design scheme.
Popping a plant or two in your interior design will give some life to your home, completely transforming the vibe. By bringing in an earthy, arboreal element to the natural look, it serves to add a pop of colour without overwhelming you. It would also bring in a rough and rustic look to pair with soft and cosy textiles that will be talked about later on. We recommend plants like the money tree plant that is easy to grow. What's more, it is known to bring good luck and enhance your feng shui.
Playing with textures gives a stylish and interesting touch to any home. Wool, mohair, sheepskin, cashmere, leather and wood never go out of style. They are the best materials you can use for Scandinavian interior design. As you can see from the portfolio above, decorations like wall decor and throw blankets are made of wool. If wood elements are used, lighter woods are preferred to make the space look brighter. How to incorporate textures? It is most commonly incorporated through carpets, throw pillows, curtains, towels, and bed linens.
Scandinavian design aims to evoke a sense of calm, and the cleanliness of water provides that feeling especially after the pandemic situation. The elements of water are also an endless source of inspiration for art and design, scandinavian coastal blues, flowing forms and wind-swept shores ignited this trend. Therefore, interior design details that pull inspiration from water or sea like fluid lines, shells or algae, are all the hype in 2023.
One example is the wooden coffee table with the resin water design as per above image. Other examples could be blanket or throw design with embroidered waves.
Traditionally, Scandinavian interior design styles tend to always opt for shades of grey or muted hues like pale purple with grey undertones influenced by Nordic roots. However, pops of red and blue accents is one of the most popular trends as of 2023 to bring excitement to your home! Throws, lamps, and other smaller interior items are the perfect way to incorporate this trend.
Simple patterns like black and white stripes, mushrooms or floral patterns are on the rise on the popularity chart. It is time to embrace these patterns and use it to add an interesting touch to your home. One simple way you can incorporate these patterns is like the example above, incorporating black and white stripes covers.
We hope you are inspired by the 2023 current trends in Scandinavian interior design style. This comprehensive round up of trends is sure to be a big part of interior design this year, now you can also pull off the look in your own abode.
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