SCANDI STYLE IS A HIT WITH THE SCOTS
A decorating style characterised by simplicity, minimalism and functionality, first originating in the early part of the 20th Century, Scandi style has become increasingly popular once again in both home décor and house design, especially amongst Scots.
Perhaps it’s because its clean lines and use of a neutral colour palette lend well to accessorising with checks, plaids and tartans which we find so beloved.
Certainly, adding texture in soft furnishings is the key to ensuring that an all white colour scheme for example, does not end up looking too clinical or stark. Other characteristics of the genre include using accessories and furniture made from natural materials, such as leather, wood and hemp. In terms of the most commonly used types of wood in Scandi style furniture, you are talking about not just pine, which everyone thinks immediately of, but teak, oak, and mahogany too, but with a polished or stained finish, not rough.
As a country with dark winters (but not quite as dark as parts of Scandinavia) we want to maximise light in our homes whenever possible. Our award winning architects, Arka, excel at a Scandinavian style of house design, as seen in our unique, and we think, unparalleled, properties. We wanted to build something a bit different for discerning Scottish homebuyers. Floor to ceiling windows, for example, let the light flood in.
So embrace the Scandi style, and see how you can make it work for you in your home, perhaps mixing treasured family pieces with a traditional Scandi look.
Here’s the main points to consider when building the look:
LIGHTING IS KEY IN SCANDINAVIAN INTERIORS.
USE LIGHT COLOURED FLOORING.
ADD FRESH FLOWERS AND BOTANICALS.
USE NEUTRAL COLOURS.
GO FOR A CLUTTER-FREE LOOK.
USE LIMITED WINDOW TREATMENTS.
USE SIMPLE DECORATIVE ACCENTS.
