The Nordic style originates from the architecture and design of Northern European countries: Sweden, Norway and Denmark lead this trend, which is also a way of life.
In countries with harsh winters and few hours of sunshine, quality and welcoming decor in light tones is almost a necessity. Nordic style decoration, also known as Scandinavian style, is characterized by its functionality, use of some furniture, but with a lot of design.
Natural wood, such as birch or beech, is very present in Nordic decor. Combined with fabrics made from natural fibers, such as cotton or linen, and in light tones, such as white, beige and earthy colors, they feel like home.
Nordic Style Decorating Tips
Crossline Furniture offers you many options to achieve a Nordic decor in your living room, kitchen or bathroom, from coverings to countertops, washbasins to shower trays:
- Choose a white or beige floor covering that evokes nature. If it has any veins, they should be fine and not overly marked. Silestone's "wood" colors are an excellent choice if you want to convey the warmth of wood.
- Create a functional and comfortable space. Save a few pieces of furniture, but all carefully selected. Remember the Scandinavian decor motto: “Beautiful things that improve your life”.
- Opt for light wood such as birch or beech and organic shapes without sharp edges. Continue with the beige and white range with your furniture.
- Select fabrics made from natural fibers, such as linen and cotton, with a touch of pastel colours – grey, light blue or even some makeup shades are good options.
- Enjoy a bright and silent space that invites you to stay at home. Light the fireplace and relax.
Top 10 Scandinavian Furniture Brands
The Scandinavian interior design is characterised by simplicity, minimalism and functionality. Discover our selection of the 10 most luxurious Scandinavian furniture brands.
MUUTO
Muuto is rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition characterized by enduring aesthetics, functionality, craftsmanship and an honest expression. By expanding this heritage with forward-looking materials, techniques and bold creative thinking, our ambition is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design.
NORMANN COPENHAGEN
Normann Copenhagen is a Danish furniture, lighting and accessories brand. With designer furniture that values natural materials and favors neutral and welcoming colors with a simple and Scandinavian touch. It emphasizes a modern decor with solid wood tables and chairs, functional yet elegant furniture, and sofas with pure and contemporary expressions that provide comfort for hours on end. Normann Copenhagen has a collection of contemporary furniture that synthesizes natural materials, with an attention to craftsmanship of simple, minimalist shapes that symbolize modern Danish style.
MONTANA FURNITURE
Montana Furniture a Danish family-owned company specializing in modular storage furniture for both private homes and offices. Montana Furniture was founded in 1982 by Peter J. Lassen, who is also the designer of Montana’s best-known pieces. Today, the company is run by his son Joakim Lassen. All Montana Furniture’s products are manufactured at their own factory in Denmark.
&TRADITION
&Tradition reworks design icons from past masters and creates tomorrow’s classics in collaboration with contemporary designers, upholding the tenets of craftsmanship to produce furniture, lighting and accessories that meet modern needs for function, comfort and beauty.
NORTHERN
The Northern brand was born in the studios of Northern Lighting, where a team of creatives has been illuminating lives for the past twelve years. Combining beauty with functionality, and prefer natural materials and genuine craftsmanship. Furniture and interior accessories are a natural fit for what they do, enabling them to express their characteristic style in a whole new scale.
MATER DESIGN
Mater is a Danish design brand that emphasises timeless design, exquisite craftsmanship as well as sustainable and ethical production methods. The name Mater, Latin for mother, refers to the company’s aim, as a manufacturer, to minimise its environmental impact on Mother Earth. Mater was founded by Henrik Marstrand in 2006 and selected as the Best Debut Design Brand by Wallpaper* in 2008.
MENU
Since 1978, Menu has harnessed the skills of top designers and crafspeople to create contemporary design that is clean, clever and natural. Today, the Menu collection of furniture, lighting, and accessories features work by contemporary talents, including Aferoom, Nick Ross, Norm Architects, Note Design Studio, Theresa Rand, Søren Rose, Tim Rundle, Danielle Siggerud, Studiopepe, and Jonas Wagell, as well as Scandinavian masters, such as Ib Kofod-Larsen, Bente Hansen, and Grethe Meyer, whose designs have stood the test of time.
Powered by this creative force, Menu has evolved into a globally recognised leader in the design and lifestyle space.
GUBI
GUBI is a design house renowned for designing, developing and marketing a daring and elegant collection of furniture, lighting and interior objects that resonates across the globe. Its signature pieces evoke emotion and tell meaningful stories that make them both timeless and enduring. GUBI brings forgotten icons of the past together with tomorrow’s classics. The result is a visionary collection that spans almost 100 years of history and is sold all over the world.
LOUIS POULSEN
Louis Poulsen is known worldwide for their lamps with the highest level in both quality and design. Their selection include lamps designed by such masters as Poul Henningsen, Verner Panton and Arne Jacobsen.
NIKARI
Nikari is a Finnish manufacturer of wooden furniture, specializing in high-quality products and sustainable development. Nikari was founded in 1967 by master cabinet maker Kari Virtanen, and today it is run by the next generation of entrepreneurs. The first years of the company were marked by close collaborations with Alvar Aalto, Kaj Franck and other masters of Finnish architecture and design. Nikari's foundations are based on the idea of working for bringing out the best of wood in contemporary design.
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