Scandinavian Interior Design is one of the most popular home design styles. You probably have seen it in magazines, on blogs, or TV. With the use of clever design techniques, one of the things that it can offer is that it can make a space look more spacious than it really is - a reason why it is a popular style for apartments. Ever been to an open house where they used this style for their model houses? It is simple and minimal but at the same time, it’s also trying to be functional which isn’t really a terrible thing.

For a little history, the Scandinavian Interior Design is actually a mix of the old and new styles of the homes in Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, Norway, and Finland, and it started in the early 20th century. Eventually, this style made it to the US and Canada, and now, all it’s all over the world. So, what are the key factors that are making it really popular? Let’s break those down for you. We’re letting you inside some of the things that a good Scandinavian home can offer. Note: You don’t need to be Scandinavian to begin.

Quality

Because this style is leaning towards minimalism, you don’t have to buy a bunch of items for your home. That also means that you can invest more on quality products than dividing your budget with standard items. You will also just need a few accent pieces to create a modern and striking look.

Calmness

Scandinavian designs emphasize light and open space which gives that sense of calmness. The reflection of light into the white areas of the room promotes really good energy that you can almost breathe in.

Coziness

Who doesn’t want to live in a cozy place? While for some, the clean vibe of a Scandinavian house could be intimidating, the home decors that are added to space is what makes it a place for comfort. Do candles make you feel relaxed? You can always add those to the space to make it more home-y for you. You can’t go wrong with cozy chairs and blankets too.

A floating shelf with books is another modern addition to the Scandinavian style that you might want to look into.

Space

We’ve mentioned this before. But Scandinavian homes look more spacious. The reason is because they mostly decorate in light colors and in continuity. This makes a home look larger and naturally, you would feel like you can breathe more.

Natural Light

Another element that you would love about this style is that it requires larger windows. This gives the home a sense of depth and an airy appearance. Also, who doesn’t like natural light? Not only does it boost vitamin D, but a little sunshine can only make someone happier.

While the traditional Scandinavian design has evolved over time, what’s good to know is that the traditional aesthetic has been kept. So, instead of flat space, you can now add a little life to your home.