1. WORK THE UTILITY LOOK
If you have a small kitchen, the utilitarian aesthetics of Scandinavian style work well to make complete use of every inch on offer. Since minimalism, frugality and organization are an inherent part of the style, modular wall-mounted cabinets, sleek floating kitchen shelving ideas, and ergonomic worktops that put efficiency over form make up the core of Nordic-inspired kitchens.
2. ADD A HINT OF COLOR
Often bright whites are associated with Scandi interiors but in recent years we have seen a move to delicate kitchen color ideas that emulate the unmistakable clarity of northern light. Farrow and Ball's 'The Nordic Edit' embraces unexpected shades from their core the Farrow & Ball Archive with a special focus colors that correspond to the Nordic landscape and city architecture facades.
3. CREATE A HOMELY AREA WITH RUGS
Minimal Scandinavian interiors are the perfect space to weave in textiles in the form of an area rug. Choose a graphic rug to get the clean Scandi look like 'Plus' from Nordic Knots. This contemporary design has a minimalist aesthetic with an artistic touch. The rug brand's ethos is inspired by the nordic light, colors, and landscape
4. BRIGHT WHITE AND LIGHT HUES
Think of Scandinavian style and the first thing that comes to mind is the color white. The harsh winters that have shaped the style dictated this color choice, as homeowners wanted an interior that was airy, cheerful, and moved away from the chill and gloom outside. A white kitchen is an obvious choice, as it maximizes the available natural light while creating a cocooning feeling.
5. SMART SMALL SPACE LIVING
Nordic design is known for its efficiency and utilitarian nature and that is never more present than in their kitchens. String Furniture was designed in 1949 by the Swedish architect Nisse Stringing and is an icon of Scandinavian design.
6. ADD NATURE INSPIRED WALLPAPER
Not just limited to bright and minimal spaces, Scandi spaces are also known for their folk aesthetic, featuring plenty of rustic elements and prints inspired by nature. This richly hued kitchen pairs vintage oak cabinetry with a navy kitchen wallpaper patterned with wildflowers. Nocturne from wallpaper brand Boras Tapeter features a tight floral pattern, hand-painted in both light and dark shades.
7. ADD CHARACTER WITH RAW WOOD CABINETS
The Scandinavian love of nature is well-known and this is reflected in the home through plenty of untreated wood and natural stone. Plain blonde wood is a cornerstone of Scandinavian design and is a deliberate statement of appreciation for nature’s beauty with natural wood grain always seen.
8. INCORPORATE MARBLE FOR SCANDI LUXE
Long-term lovers of Scandinavian design will be pleased to see the emergence of Scandi-luxe where pared-down Scandinavian design acquires a touch of luxury with brass details, copper touches and bright white veined marble.