Stuart Graham: Scandinavian Interior Design Is Here To Stay

Scandinavian interiors will never go out of fashion, but this timeless style continues to evolve and stay relevant for contemporary spaces. As we get ready to welcome a new year, we know that Scandi Design is here to stay! It’s a melting pot of neutral palettes, inviting textures, and natural materials, promoting feelings of calm and contentment through its simple style.

Revert to life in the slow lane and take a moment to appreciate effortless Nordic elegance. Deep-rooted in acknowledging the beauty of simplicity, Scandinavian spaces urge you to keep things fuss-free when decorating. Instead, pay attention to detail and focus on adding interest with tactile textures, natural elements, and a wide variety of earth tones that work harmoniously to create feelings of peace. Read on for a helping of tips on creating the perfect Scandi-inspired space.

Scandi Calm

Neutral doesn’t have to mean boring, especially when the latest earth-inspired neutrals look so inviting.

From muted tones of clay and subtle silvers through to hints of fresh sage hues, Scandi palettes encourage you to use pared back colourways. Add impact with richer shades of copper and rust reminiscent of the 70s, or go for refreshing yet understated pastel tones to add subtle interest. Use varying shades and tones of similar colourways throughout, keeping your walls neutral or making use of exposed brickwork for example. Present richer variations of colourways through your fabric.

Use a Mixture of Diverse Textures

Keep your palette pared back and allow texture to do the talking. Opt for soft, teddy-like finishes for upholstery pieces that urge you to sit down and relax. Boucle remains a firm favourite for upholstery in 2024, so play about with varying weights on armchairs, footstools, and complementary scatter cushions. For a contemporary look, pair with intriguing boucle jacquards, tufted geometrics, and 3D rope embroideries through scatter cushions and inviting throws, creating a feast for the senses.

Add Hints of Elegance with Metallic Accents

Snippets of metallic scattered throughout add subtle sophistication to pared-back Scandi schemes.

Fabrics featuring decorative hints of metallic are ideal for incorporating that all-important shine into your space. Take it one step further with striking animal motifs finished in metallic palettes sporting a subtle sheen. Other areas to incorporate metallic into your space include trimmings and tassels, lighting fixtures, ornaments or curtain poles and tiebacks.