Modern Scandi

Nordic and Swedish interior design as still as popular as ever and create a cool and calm ambience in any room of the home. The combination of cosy fabrics and soft furnishings as well as light and chic colour schemes mean that this style of interior design works well in both contemporary and traditional home interiors. This MODERN SCANDI interior design is the must have trend as we head towards the autumn/winter season. This trend takes the classic Scandinavian interior look and adds a more sleek and modern twist to create a sophisticated home that is cool and relaxed.

Opt for classic Scandinavian colour palettes such as crisp white and grey or tonal taupe and cool blues that will create a laid-back feel within your home. Paint entire walls or accent walls depending on your tastes and requirements. If you are including a wallpaper in your modern scandi interior then select designs that feature modern spindle style branches and trees or why not select a Scandinavian inspired wall mural in cool blue, iced white or cosy grey hues..

Layer up your upholstery and soft furnishings to create a cosy and snuggly interior look that is perfect for the Scandinavian interior trend. Include a selection of natural linen cushions on a plain grey or white sofa and coordinate with some faux fur throws, cushions and rugs to create a space that is perfect for curling up and relaxing. To include the modern aspect of this design why not throw in some photographic print cushions featuring alpine inspired animals such as arctic foxes, squirrels and deer that will look wonderful scattered along a sofa or sleeping area. Mix and match traditional Nordic patterns and prints with sleek leather and vintage shaped sofas and beds for a contemporary Scandinavian design.

To create a modern twist on classic Scandinavian interiors include some modern glass or high gloss furniture items alongside more traditional furniture designs. For example; in your living room interior why not include a smoked oak coffee table that will take centre stage within the room and partner with a crisp white or grey high gloss TV unit that make the perfect partners to this unique and cosy look. Alternatively a modern glass dining table will look amazing with chunky oak dining chairs or linen upholstered dining chairs to create a perfect partnership of countrified Nordic style and modern sleek sophistication.

Include a variety of accessories such as classic storm lanterns and Nordic expired inspired ornaments and accessories and team with modern features such as chrome or rose gold stag antlers and contemporary abstract artwork in cool blue and grey hues that will look great on a main feature wall. Include a selection of Nordic inspired plates and crockery that can be housed in a modern glass display cabinet or placed upon a contemporary dining table for a centrepiece within the room.

For more ideas on creating a modern scandi interior design within your home take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board – Pinterest – Modern Scandi.