How to make your interior Scandinavian without repairs: ideas and advice

The Scandinavian style captivates with its simplicity,lightness and functionality. That is why it practically never goes out of fashion, and in recent years has become even more popular. How to add notes of Scandinavian style to your interior without resorting to renovation, you will learn from our material Simplicity, minimalism and functionality - these three principles of interior design originated in Denmark, Norway, Finland and Sweden after the Second World War. The governments of these countries decided that comfortable, cozy, beautiful housing should be available to everyone. In this vein, design styles began to emerge in these countries. They reached their peak in the 50s of the last century. It was then that the concept of "Scandinavian style" appeared. Don't be afraid of color Scandinavian style assumes the predominance of white, and should be an unobtrusive addition. Nevertheless, natural lines, simplicity of furniture can be safely mixed with a colored sofa and a bright spot of a pillow. At the same time, no matter how the sofa stands out, the other objects around it will persistently reflect the Scandinavian style, emphasizing its functionality and spontaneity. However, any design, any piece of furniture can become a bright spot. You yourself can determine what exactly will stand out in a calm, almost discolored northern interior. Play with Eclecticism Make Spacerooms more functional, adding, for example, or bedside tables. Or cover the floor with an Asian mat. The room will immediately acquire an updated look. Don't be confused by the mix of styles (this is eclecticism): the Scandinavians have the most important thing here - functionality. Openness is welcome Open shelvesamong almost one of the characteristic features of the style. Snow-white surroundings can well become an additional source of inspiration. Just do not make the interior completely colorless. Our opinion:— The Scandinavian style, among other things, is distinguished by its commitment to wood. All sorts of its combinations on the floor, walls, furniture will make your interior not only beautiful, but also environmentally friendly. Style for tidying up In a family, one style often takes the leading place: chaotic. However, the strictness of the Scandinavian furniture designs will tidy up the overall appearance of the room. It is interesting that the Scandinavian style can also manifest itself in the neighborhood of rustic, or, in other words, country style. Simple furniture, large windows that provide a lot of light and air, the absence of any pomposity — the Scandinavians are true to themselves in creating a simple, cozy, functional environment. Garland instead of sconces Even the backlight inScandinavian style is special. It can be a simple garland of bulbs, hung on the wall or gathered above the table in the form of a glowing cluster. You can come up with your own version, but remember the main thing: no pretentiousness. Mix textures Wooden floor, almostasceticism of the furnishings - both for the hallway and for the guest room it creates lightness. Try to dilute it with different textures, and the rooms will become more interesting and attractive. Don't change traditions Traditional living room,as a rule, has only the most necessary things: a sofa, pillows, chairs, a coffee table, carpets on the floor. Sometimes some favorite items or souvenirs, which are usually placed on racks or shelves. Let everything be like this, but only in white. To your taste, you can zone the space with, for example, a bright carpet. It will automatically draw all the attention to itself. Our opinion:— “The architect’s task is to make life more comfortable,” — once said the famous Finnish designer Alvar Aalto. When thinking about the interior of any room, try to adhere to this principle. A pile of furniture, a lot of unnecessary expensive items can create only one style — bad taste, and only one feeling — discomfort. Add retro Antique or out-of-fashion furniture from the 60s. Don’t be afraid to add Scandinavian notes to it. This will refresh the interior of the room. By the way, the furniture of the 60s itself is unlikely to be inferior to Scandinavian rigor in simplicity and functionality. The same design Fans moremodern interiors can rest assured: the Scandinavian style will find where to leave its mark. Furniture of strict forms, light walls and ceilings, panoramic windows, discreet colors - who will say that this is not the very design? A style that gives freedom to a Child orA teenager cannot help but like the light optimism and airiness of the Scandinavian style. They will give a sense of freedom of expression, which is extremely important for children. Growing up, children can create their own interior, according to their needs and interests, against the backdrop of the purity and minimalism of Scandinavian lines. Light furniture. Light curtains. The windows in the vast majority of apartments of the average Russian resident are already white - plastic. As you can see, you already have quite a lot from the Scandinavian style.