The Scandinavian style

Raise your hand if you've never heard of Scandinavian design style! Anyone?
I imagined so, in fact, we're sure that many of you know him very well!
The Scandinavian style (often abbreviated “Scandi” ) has won the hearts of design lovers especially for its simplicity, the purity of its interiors, and its easy reproduction in our homes. So, let's see how to bring it into our homes.

Main characteristics of the Scandinavian style

The light of white
Scandinavian white is a light pure, which pervades the entire house from the walls to the floors and the furniture. White gives a sense of warmth and purity, and this is why a Scandinavian home immediately appears tidy , rich in comfort And relaxing .

Design
It can be said that the Scandinavian Style was born and took shape with the Nordic product design ( Arne Jacobsen, Alvar Aalto, Eero Aarnio are just some of the relevant names). Design is part of its DNA and in every self-respecting Nordic interior there is a piece of design: whether it is an old chair, a table, a bedside table or a lamp, you will always find a design detail .

Shape and geometry
In Scandinavian style geometry is very important: everything must be balanced .

Materials
Particular attention is given to raw materials such as wood , which is almost always left to natural . But also wicker or textiles as linen And cotton pure.

Color
The colors used are neutral or in the shades pastel . Very calm, delicate.

The new trends in Scandinavian style 2020

Even though it has well-defined characteristics, the Scandi style is also in continuous evolution. evolution . Nora Santonastaso , blogger of Design Outfit has highlighted some new trends in “Stockholm Furniture Fair” of 2020.
Here they are:

1. The new tradition of wicker and rattan
The see-through effect, very elegant and a little retro, of the diaphragms and the scores woven in natural fibres, designs furniture and accessories, defining a subtle a reference to the past and to the European artisan tradition .

2. Leather and skin, including suede
Yes to the preciousness and pleasant softness and consistency of the leather and of the leather , available in various shades: from the lightest and brightest honey to the most rigorous dark brown, perfect for seating in the dining area and home office.

3. Yes to functionality, but only if it is also beautiful
Scandinavian design and functionality are often synonymous. But the solutions, in addition to being clean, linear, modular, and versatile, are also capable of furnishing welcoming domestic spaces, perfectly tailored to their occupants. With love. Storage furniture And space-saving solutions They are perfect for furnishing small spaces, without saving even a single centimeter. (See our “Mirage” storage stool ).

4. The magic is in the details
Here are some tricks to make wooden design precious, original, and contemporary: joints, rounded corners, curves, and accessories, even where you least expect them, on very simple tables and shelves.

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* article written in collaboration with Vania Zorzi ( homedecordetails.it ) and Nora Santonastaso ( design-outfit.it )