#scandi furniture

[dordey]

minimalists will really be like :/ mmm wow i sure have accumulated a lot of Stuff *points to small pile of materials relating to a hobby that brings them joy* i don't need it.....time to declutter it.....stuff is ephemeral, empty surfaces and bare walls and owning a single set of cutlery and making your home look like an empty soulless hotel or hospital room is aspirational

[hommedessept]

[beigebisque]

Explore our new collection…

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[aridridge]

okay honestly can anyone tell me what in the world i have to do to get a ts4 world that’s scandi/nordic/icelandic. i would do anything

[charlieschoice]

#gee but it's great to be back home

[speakarch]

Scandinavian Bedroom Furniture

[stagestudio]

[fresh-interiors]

Before and after for one of my projects London’s South Kensington. It was a tired flat which needed a refresh, a simple minimalist Scandinavian style really transformed the flat making it fresh and beautiful. What do you think?

K xx

[godesssiri]

10 Thrifting tips the thrilling continuation

I am a dedicated thrifter and I have done a few thrifting tips posts, things to look for, how to find the best stuff. I had an excellent day thrifting today and decided it was a good day to polish up a draft I had and post it. So read more for tips to get the goodies.

If you buy fairly plain wooden furniture, it doesn’t take a whole lot of expertise to refinish it. You can get a cheap palm sander for less than 50 bucks, and a small tin of furniture wax goes a long, long, loooong way. Or you can get Danish oil if you want a satin finish or Teak oil for a gloss finish. Don’t let Youtube videos make you believe you have to test out 10 zillion different coloured stains unless you are aiming for a very specific look. Just make sure you slap something nourishing on the wood after you’ve sanded it. Also remember that whatever product you use; multiple light coats will come out better than one thick coat. There’s a huge amount of satisfaction in looking at a gorgeous chunk of wood you’ve bought back to life.

French milled/triple milled soap. Old ladies like to give soap as gifts and people tend to stick it in their drawer to scent their clothes and never actually use it, eventually they have a clean out and this unused soap goes to the thrift store still in it’s original paper wrapping. This soap is expensive. This soap is fantastic. The milling process creates a very different product than the bars you get at the supermarket. It doesn’t go goopy and melty even if you leave it sitting in a puddle in your shower, it’s not as drying to your skin, the scent stays on your skin for longer. These bars last for months, it’s well worth picking them up if you like the scent.

Blue Willow. Would you like to have a nice set of china but don’t want to drop a lot of money on something that might look dated in 10 years? Collect blue willow from thrift stores. Blue willow has been around for hundreds of years and it’s going to be around for hundreds more. It can be slotted in to almost any home style, classical, boho, maximalist, scandi, etc, etc. Because it’s been around for so long pretty much every manufacturer has done it, so you find it really often at thrift stores and it’s easy to pick up a couple of plates here and a serving bowl there. Also, because so many companies have done it over such a long period it’s possible to pick up modern dishwasher safe dinner plates that you can use alongside a lovely 100-year-old antique gravy boat.

Gifts. Never feel ashamed of buying gifts from thrift stores. The perfect vintage item is way more meaningful than any amount of new stuff. And if you’re buying for someone who doesn’t like vintage; if something looks new and undamaged how is the recipient going to know that it’s not new?

Get yourself a thrifting routine. You’re gonna find the best stuff if you go often so don’t just randomly go every now and then. People who say they never find anything are the ones who only call into a thrift store every couple of months and expect something amazing to just drop into their lap. Set a day once a week, or every other week or once a month, but make a commitment to go on a regular basis.

If you see something that you think you like but you’re not 100% sure, as long as you can afford it and have a place for it, get the thing. Take it home, live with it. Maybe you’ll decide you don’t really like it and take it back to the thrift store and consider the price you paid a charitable donation. But sometimes you bring something home that you kinda like and end up absolutely loving it. Some of my favourite things in my house are things I wasn’t completely sure about when I was in the thrift store. There’s nothing worse than the regret of leaving something behind because you weren’t sure about it, then deciding actually I do want that thing, but it’s gone, and you’ll never find another quite like it.

If possible, go with someone who knows your likes/tastes. It’s amazing the number of times I’ve been in a thrift store with my mother or best friend, and they’ve found something I love that I hadn’t even noticed. Plus they’ll be dirty rotten enablers and encourage you to buy the thing that you love but you’re not sure you can justify to yourself.

There are a bunch of Youtubers who do thrift flips. If there’s some décor item that’s in all the stores at the moment and you love it, but can’t justify spending money on it, then it might be worth looking up to see if anyone has done a thrift flip and can give you a tutorial on how to turn a thrifted item into the hot décor items of your dreams.

Keep the cycle going. If you have stuff in your home that you no longer use/love, then donate it. If you’ve traded up and found something better but your original thing still has life in it, donate. Even if you originally bought something from a thrift store no one is gonna be mad if you send it right on back (unless you’ve used it to death, and it really should be heading for landfill).

Don’t put yourself in a box. Don’t refuse to get something because it’s not ‘your style’. What is ‘your style’? Things that you love, that make you happy. Do you love this thing? Does it make you smile? Then it’s your style. Honestly style is something that evolves organically, that grows and expands as we’re exposed to new things. If you try to follow a certain style rigidly then you’ll end up with a home that looks boring and cookie-cutter. Throw in something unexpected that speaks to you. Then throw in another of those things and another and another and pretty soon you’ll end up with a home that actually is your style – maybe you just don’t know what your style really is yet. I think of myself as very confident in my style, but I’m constantly stumbling across new things that I didn’t know I needed in my life.

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[irinaseverinka]

Jytte kidsroom (furniture + decor)

A 2 sets of furniture and decor for decorating a children's room in Scandi style.

Furniture 8 objects: bed single, bed toddlers, wardrobe, shelf, bookshelf, clothes, loveseat, activity table

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Decor set 8 objects: Mouse (functional toy), pyramid full, pyramid disassembled, star, rainbow, alphabet, wall calendar, posters

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[vasilinaorlova]

I am becoming nostalgic but for America in which I live. For Texas, too. A beautiful land of Texas.

I bought a lamp marked as "Hollywood Regency," nostalgic for things I had never lived, life I didn't know, language nobody spoke, that is, nobody in our family, not my grandmothers, not my grandfathers.

The lamp is going to be shipped tomorrow. It makes no sense to buy objects. I keep moving from one place to another. I counted that I moved seven times in the last twelve years. That's more often than once in two years.

During my last move, I left everything behind, in Texas, in storage. I had more than I can take with me. I did not particularly like or adore the things I own. Most of them were bought just because I needed them: a sofa, a floor lamp for the reading, pillows, shelves to keep books.

Even though I always liked interiors, I never had an opportunity to create an interior for myself. I didn't have enough time and knowledge about what I like and what I don't like. I didn't like a lot of styles. I distrusted both boho and industrial. I didn't like rustic charm. I didn't particularly like scandy or japandy. I grew to hate IKEA but shopped there because it was nearly the only functional furniture store with showrooms.

Among the places where I lived in these ten years, I liked probably one apartment, on Enfield Road in Austin. I liked one apartment where I briefly lived in my previous life in Moscow on Basmannaya. It had high ceilings. The apartment in Austin was huge. I dearly loved my places in Kyiv. I loved the house in the village where I was growing up: spending summers. I loved my godmother's very clean and very modest, minimalistic, even stern apartment where she infallibly kept an absolute bare minimum of objects.

Now I live in a tiny apartment in New York but a lovely place which I like. I want to buy all the unusual lamps I see on Facebook Marketplace. Every lamp appears to be New York to me. I want something that somebody else already liked before. And looking at these lamps, I experienced nostalgia for all those lives I never lived. I am not explaining myself too well. The lamps are particularly magical. Many can remember night lights in their children's rooms when they were children. Even if it was just a street lamp. Those lights that keep guiding us or simply keep resurfacing in memory.

[brettyimages]

Suede in Gothenburg:

Arrived at the festival just after it opened, met up with Scandi Insatiable friends and began the long wait in the tent. Luckily it was set up with benches for the orchestra so we had a comfy place to sit and eat and wait. The Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra did 90 minutes with various guest singers (famous in Sweden but the only one I knew of was Jose Gonzalez) which was nice but not the main event. As they took their bows we swarmed the barrier and I got a spot near the end of the catwalk, facing side-on towards Neil.

Finally it got to 21:30 and the band came on to TOYBAY - leading me to suspect we were getting a set like the UK tour. I was wrong though as they launched into She, Trash, Animal Nitrate and kept the hits going. From there on it was almost entirely singles, with the exception of By The Sea and Personality Disorder, which meant rare outings for some of the hits that don't make it into the regular UK set like Filmstar and Everything Will Flow.

Brett went for his usual leap off of the stage for The Drowners but unable to go into the crowd, he prowled around the barrier, grabbing hold of my hand towards the end of verse 1 and keeping it for a precious few seconds. His usual mic cable wrangler wasn't in attendance so he had some trouble getting round to the other side.

He started making use of the catwalk at the end of We Are The Pigs, the stamping of his feet reverberating off the hollow floor, then followed up with a lie-down for a stunning By The Sea.

Following Everything Will Flow and Can't Get Enough I was worried that they weren't going to play the song I was hoping for, but then Neil was handed an acoustic guitar and Brett said we were staying in 1999 and he gave his Wild Ones speech about music bringing people together before settling on She's In Fashion. The Suede song that's been with me for the longest and one of the singles that has evaded me at live sets back home where they never play it. It was lovely, magical, a big check off of the wishlist.

So Young, Metal Mickey and Beautiful Ones signalled the end and I assumed there was to be no encore - there were no songs left! - but the lights stayed down and they reappeared to play Saturday Night. Brett strolled back down the catwalk and faced my direction to sing "sat there in a black chair, office furniture" to me. I didn't have an arm outstretched to him but he reached out for me and I stood on tiptoe and reached as far as I could, missing him by mere millimetres as the both of us tried to make a connection, him avoiding grabbing onto the hands of the people beside and behind me vying for his attention until it was clear he wasn't going to get to grip my hand again. Devastating, but still so special to be chosen by him despite the impossibility of his goal.

All too soon the 90 minutes were up and we all dispersed into the night, the wild afterparty becoming just a quiet drink. It feels strange not to be doing it all again tomorrow but thankfully I only have to wait a week to do it all again.

[deepinmummymatters]

Exploring the Scandi Homestyle Trend

The Scandi homestyle trend has become a timeless favourite, celebrated for its simplicity, functionality, and unmistakable sense of comfort. Originating from the Nordic countries, this design philosophy has made its way into homes worldwide, offering a perfect balance between minimalism and warmth. We will delve into the essence of Scandi homestyle, exploring its key elements and offering tips on how to incorporate this trend into your living space. Neutral Color Palette At the heart of Scandinavian design principles is a palette of neutral colors dominated by the popular choice of white, greys, and muted tones. These colors not only create a serene and airy atmosphere but also reflect natural light, making interior spaces feel larger and brighter. Consider using white walls for larger furniture pieces, and then introduce soft greys or pastels for accents. Natural Materials Scandi homestyle embraces the beauty and use of natural fibers and materials, bringing the outdoors inside. Choose furniture and design elements in simple forms made from wood, leather, and stone to add warmth and authenticity to your space. Light wood colour palette such as birch or pine, is a particularly popular Scandinavian interior design style, creating a connection to the natural elements. Functional Furniture Functionality is a key aspect of Scandi design. Choose furniture pieces that serve a purpose and are practical in their simple lines and minimalist design. Multi-functional furniture such as storage ottomans or nesting tables in natural wood, are a great way to maximize space without compromising style. Hygge A concept similar to Scandinavian living and Nordic design is "Hygge," which translates to a sense of comfort and restfulness. Incorporate plush throws, blankets in soft hues, and comfortable cushions to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in your living room. Candles and soft lighting also play a crucial role in achieving the Hygge ambiance, adding a touch of intimacy to your Scandinavian-inspired space.  Clean Lines and Simple Shapes Scandi design is characterized by the interior style of clean lines and simple shapes. Choose furniture with sleek, straight lines, natural hues and minimalistic contemporary design. This not only contributes to the overall design but also creates a sense of order in your daily life and calmness in your living space. Minimalistic Decor When it comes to decoration, less is often more in the Scandi design world. Select a few carefully curated pieces that hold personal meaning or showcase your personality. Avoid clutter, and choose a few statement pieces as a focal point that contribute to the overall harmony of the space. Pendant Lighting Pendant lighting has become a focal point in modern interior design, particularly within the context of the popular Scandi trend. The clean lines, neutral palette, and minimalist style of pendant lights perfectly complement the ethos of Scandinavian design, adding a touch of elegance and functionality to any space. One interesting center stage approach to incorporating pendant lighting into a Scandi-inspired space is by opting for organic materials such as wood or natural fibers, which can enhance the warm and inviting ambiance that is characteristic of these interior design styles. Indoor Plants Bringing nature indoors is a hallmark of the Scandi homestyle. Introduce potted plants and greenery to add life and freshness to your home. Not only do live plants in the right place enhance the visual appeal of Nordic interiors, but they also contribute to a healthier indoor environment. Conclusion Embracing the Scandi homestyle trend in your own home is about creating a harmonious and comfortable living space that reflects your personality. By incorporating neutral tones, natural materials, functional furniture, and a touch of hygge, you can transform your home into a haven of simplicity and elegance. Whether you're a long-time enthusiast or a newcomer to Scandinavian design, these tips will help you infuse your living space with the timeless charm of this enduring trend. Read the full article

[v-as-in-victor]

A House is a Home

I would have told you that people were a home, but I've changed. And I like it.

I got married to my ex-husband when we were very young, and much of it was that he loved me, loved me, loved ME. Enthusiastically, romantically. I was working from so much evidence that no one would ever see me that way that I hung on tight to that. I loved him enthusiastically too. We were young, we were on the same wavelength, we made each other laugh, and we were there pouring everything we had into each other, filling up hungry voids.

We lived together from when I was 23. Our first home was his apartment, and nothing would change that - it couldn't be ours. But he was there, and that was what mattered. The place we lived in deeply depressed me and I was in complete denial about the grief I was in about leaving my country and the city I felt alive and queer in.

We moved to Boston together because of his dreams. But also even though I was scared to leave our tentative stability for a crazy situation (no home, no job - I hit a temp agency on day three and had a job by the next Monday but our plan had him in school earning nothing and housing was SO expensive) I chose to do the scary thing because I hoped it would be better.

And it was. Boston is better. We lived in rental properties and because this was 20 years ago, things slowly got better financially. And that's when we bought so much IKEA furniture.

A solid MALM birch effect bedroom. Blond veneer on every surface. Look, I knew we had different tastes, but it was okay. I could live with this scandi-japano-bland that helped him feel calm and soothed. My eye for blending rococo and nouveau with the run down offices of an 80s parody of a noir detective was a LOT, and it was fine that we kept things chill in the no-style style he preferred.

And when I had my own space, it was fine to do what I wanted with it. He even liked that I followed my vision in my own space. He enjoyed helping me shop for bits and pieces.

Then he met someone else and they fell in love. We weren't monogamous so this isn't that story at all. In fact, I thought she was great too! It was very important to my ex that I thought she was great! Later I wonder how much of that was his fear-driven intolerance of people close to him not liking what he liked. As if his identity would be threatened if his wife, his closest person, differed from him.

But in the context of "hey let's all move in together," which came up pretty quickly, it was great that I liked his new person. Not hard - she's hot and funny, and we had a lot in common.

So we got a new place and it was time to decorate and things got weird. Because now ex-husband seemed to be working reactively from the idea that he would't have enough control over things. That having found another passionate person, his quiet, calm, orderly stuff would be overrun by us.

(Aside: Earlier in our marriage I tried to tone myself down to be the person I thought he wanted and that was wrong too - we almost broke up and he assured me that he'd fallen in love with me at loudest.)

So, it was fine. I had a space of my own that I had how I wanted. He had spaces of his own that he could do what he wanted with. Our partner had a bedroom that was her own space and a home office. One of the shared spaces is painted a hideous buttermilk yellow because he was holding his ground against our partner's alleged desire to paint everything cool colours.

So the thing is, when I came home from work at the end of the day or when I came home from traveling, he was still my home. It was the cuddles and the cute notes and the words of affirmation.

But home sure wasn't the house. Because the house was ground that I had given over, at this point barely noticing that all I did was concede ground so he wouldn't stop being the person who proved to me that I could be loved.

Anyway.

He made a big mistake.

No matter how much in love they were when we all moved in together, he moved me in with someone who wasn't accustomed to just folding all the time.

And someone who hadn't sawed the ends of their personality to keep the atmosphere pleasant.

We talked about how the exterior of the house desperately needed painting. I didn't even suggest colours I would ever want to paint it. I had taken them off the table because I knew he'd say no, and not just say no but react as if I were being absurd and contrary for suggesting them. Like I was doing it as a jab at him.

Nothing happened about painting the house because nothing happened about critical maintenance tasks quite a lot. My role wasn't to assert things or make things happen.

Somehow any shared spaces turned into contested spaces instead, where if he wasn't entirely in control of what happened, the whole space was taken from him. There were tears before bed time when I asked for a double sink in the basement laundry area.

And then - some years passed and I don't want to tell stories that aren't mine - but the falling in love was over and now his partner and I were getting along fabulously and building a happy life that he kept writing himself out of. So it was probably inevitable that he left.

The house still needed painting.

I dared to suggest a colour I loved. We had the house painted that colour. It makes me SMILE every time I come home.

Shared spaces have decisions that we made without anyone looking like they've been punched in the gut because someone wanted to move a cooking implement. It's not so much just that there are things which are to my taste. It's that I have ownership over making decisions.

Sometimes I just DO THINGS and then tell my partner and it's fine.

It's not a home because I'm coming home to someone who reassures me with words that I am loveable and loved. It's not even a home because it's decorated more to my tastes.

It's a home because it's a place where I can safely be loveable or unloveable and it doesn't matter at all - because what I am is a person with agency and power in my own space.

That home is also a person is just an extra bit of glow on the whole chandelier.

[japonismelabo]

Hygge and wabi-sabi

 The key to Japandi design is creating something that is subtly decorated without feeling empty — somewhere that is elegant but where you can "feel at home and relaxed," said Rietbergen, whose Instagram page @japandi.interior boasts nearly 450,000 followers.

 Doing so revolves around two design principles: "hygge," a Danish and Norwegian term that relates to feeling of coziness and warmth, and "wabi-sabi," the Japanese concept of accepting imperfections.

To achieve either, it is essential to declutter, said Rietbergen, citing Japanese tidying expert Marie Kondo whose home organization methods became a global phenomenon following the success of her Netflix show, "Tidying Up with Marie Kondo." Rietbergen, like Kondo, recommends treating tidying less as a chore and more a celebration — and a chance to reflect on whether the items around you make you happy.

 Japandi style also celebrates craftmanship, whether it's Isamu Noguchi's delicate light sculptures or furniture by Carl Hansen, whose wishbone chairs sell for thousands of dollars. But Rietbergen stresses that the aesthetic can also be achieved by those decorating on a budget. After all, she says, it is a philosophy guided by the belief that "less is more."

'Japandi': Why Japanese-meets-Scandi design is taking over the internet

[stagestudio]