While in Sweden, I was always struck by the captivating Scandinavian design elements in my friends’ homes. It is a look that I always loved. Design, a long-standing trend, charms with its minimalist, functional, and inherently elegant aesthetic. Originating in the 1950s, parallel to the rise of modern style in America and Europe, this design…
Having a Swedish mother has allowed me to spend time in Sweden, where I’ve grown to admire Scandinavian design. Scandi design, as many call it, is known for its seamless integration of simplicity, utility, and beauty; this design aesthetic originated in the Nordic regions but has captivated a global audience with its enduring charm and…
Often considered a part of the larger category of Scandinavian design, Swedish furniture design is celebrated worldwide for its functional, simplistic, yet enduringly elegant qualities. Since my time in Sweden, it has been one of my favorite design trends. Scandi design or Scandinavian design skillfully balances minimalism with a sense of warmth, making it universally…
Two of my favorite design approaches have always been the Scandinavian and Scandi tren and the Zen or a Japanese-influenced trend. In interior design, two approaches have captured the hearts and minds of designers and homeowners alike: Scandinavian (or Scandi) and Japanese Zen styles. While they share some fundamental similarities—namely simplicity and an emphasis on…