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Are you in love with Scandinavian style decor? You're not alone! It's one of the most popular styles in the world! Watch this video to learn about all the ways you can inject some scandi vibes into your home.
We look at all the different interior design elements that make up Scandinavian decor, and also ways to make our own homes look a little more nordic, as well.
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[@heddaskarblokhin9447]

Norwegian here, great discription of the style. One thing to note if you want a scandy look. We usually stick to cool tones, blues, greens and greys are popular. Probably due to the fact that the colours around us are naturally more cool due to the cloudy grey weather, stone/mountains, green trees, blue waters etc. We don't have a lot of bright colours or warm tones. If warm colours are used then it's pretty much always a deep rich tone, like mustard yellow (which is seen on some old houses) or burgundy as accent colours for an example. Even in fashion most people (especially here in Norway) wear a lot of black, grey and blue. Most scandinavians naturally follow janteloven and are not flashy or super bold, even rich people don't brag about it

[@christineh86]

Yes perfectly described ! Its the same in Sweden

[@Neophema]

I'm Norwegian too, and I absolutely HATE this style. It's so cold and sterile. Bland.

[@ellenwang6744]

Not a Scandinavian, but a Nordic person here... Yes, I'm not a great fan of Scandi style either, to be honest. It's too sterile. Nevertheless, it is definitely something to learn from, and this style and character is a great contrast to the North American style which is a lot about "More! Bigger! Fancier! more luxurious!" One thing that is behind the Scandinavian style is the rather modest and quiet/shy nature of the Scandinavians (and North-Europeans people as a whole). It is not customary in the North of Europe to show off your wealth. Also, we are practical. A chair is a chair. We should just be able to sit on it. That's it. Hence such white and simple, sleek, iconic IKEA chairs which simply perform the function.

[@lisa_and_christian]

Wow! You really got it! I live in Denmark and work in Sweden and everytime I see a 'Scandinavian design video or home tour' by a non-Scandinavian, they really miss the point. Not putting things in the home that serve no purpose, creating a sense of well-being, simplicity...you just got everything right!

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you 💗

[@piusoneill515]

This was likely if not the best introduction to any style of design I've ever seen..it was clear, simple, yet with great highlights of this decor..THANK YOU.

[@PoshPennies]

Wow, thanks! ♥♥

[@khurshidjahan8459]

@@PoshPennies Mk.

[@notevenalittle8363]

I enjoyed this video very much. Simple and straight forward. Where I do disagree with you is on the sense that Scandinavian people don't have or build clutter. I have spent 4 summers (prior to COVID) in Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland and what I had found in every home we rented was THAT ROOM where they kept all the over flow stuff. racks of candles, pelts, canisters of teas, dishtowels, blankets, shoes, tools and various knick-knacks. I believe it is more of a seasonal room since they have more cold or cooler days than hot and more dark than light most of the year. Also many apartments in Stockholm came with a holding area in the "basement" and they had bikes, tires, baskets, etc. So from what I have seen the Scandi minimalism does NOT mean monkish. They just are fantastic at making the spaces they occupy be the warmest and most welcoming by making sure the people are center stage and not the things. I WOULD LOVE (NOT YELLING) FOR YOU TO MAKE A VIDEO ABOUT WINDOWSILLS AND TERRACES. In Sweden every home had deep sills and were curated with lovely items, music speakers, busts, some plants lots of Svenskt Tenn jars, cookbooks, and of course candles. I would love to know how that design style came to be. Thank you and thanks for these videos.

[@morganessen-moller1605]

You describe the Scandinavian style very well, recognize in how I decorate my own home. Whit love from Sweden❤️🇸🇪

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you Morgan! 😍

[@erikaama7373]

Thanks for an amazing video on modern Scandinavian style. Toppenbra. Underbart. ❤️ 100+ years ago most Scandinavian people had alot of rugs "trasmattor" hand weaved from cotton and wool rags on the floors to keep the homes and their feet warm. At least one fire place in every home was also common. Back then houses were often small and dark with basically just a kitchen and one family room where everything happened, from family gatherings and children playing to everyone sleeping there together at night. Families were big with many children, many lived in generation situations too (grandparents lived with their children and grandchildren). It was very crowded. Most people were poor back then. They only had what they needed the most. And I think that has followed us into the Scandinavian modern style when we like to keep our life and home style quite minimal. After the the 2 world war, more and more apartment block houses were built for the modern family. Those homes were built in a bigger, modern "funkis" (functional) style, and furnitures were to be practical, to match it and the new modern way of living. Scandinavia was to be a place of good and healthy life. The Scandinavian style has also under the past 30 years developed alot, from dark big retro patterns in wallpapers and curtains etc. in the 70ies, to a more white spacy simple even more modern look, as we see here in your video. Many homes have now more of an open house plan and we prefer high to the ceilings to increase the feeling of air flow and light. We use mostly white on walls to increase the feeling of light, to have more decor possibilities and for space. We bring in nature in forms of plants and in the use of wood etc. Yes we love nature. Bright colors and graphic patterns we mostly find in pillows, blankets, and some in wall decor, art, rugs etc. And these decors we keep changing depending on our moods, trends or seasons too. In the summer many prefer more of a light airy feeling in our curtains and home decor and in the winter we like the more cozy warm look with candle light. Us who prefer the Scandinavian style, we keep our homes minimal and easy to clean, that also means things has to be "off" of the floors and preferable not too many furniture. Most stuff we own, we use daily or absolutely love. We also like our homes to be personal and cozy, practical and comfortable and each small thing has to have its own organized space so we don't have to live in a cluttered stressful home. Ikea has helped us alot to develop the Scandinavian style and to organize it on a budget, that is very true. In our modern Scandinavian home we absolutely need to have good sitting spaces where we can relax and "fika" (have a coffee or tea break), that is super important. Family dinners happens most daily in the kitchen, which is a very central space in any Scandinavian home. Kitchens have to be very functional and fit the whole family and have good alternatives to fit our visitors, friends and family, now and then, too. In our lovely modern Scandinavian homes we love to practice a simple life style and I would also like to add, it's like we are almost "one" with our homes. It's all about finding a personal style and making the space feel great, modern, simple, bright and cozy. We wanna feel in peace and live happy with ourselves and our loved ones, so the relaxed "feeling of home" is so important. ❤️ Yes, I would love to see a video on scandi abstract art on a budget to match with this video, yes. And I look forward to more videos from your channel. Big Love to you from a Swede in Finland. ❤️

[@PoshPennies]

Hej Erika, thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely comment! I know a lot of people will really appreciate the wonderful information you shared here! Kram!!!! 🥰

[@erikaama7373]

@@PoshPennies Thanks so much. 🤗💗🌟

[@keepers7768]

Terrific authentic feedback. Thanks !

[@erikaama7373]

@@keepers7768 👍🌷🌟🙏🏻

[@csvkadis1646]

Really appreciate your detailed comment.. Thanks.

[@marymagdalene1983]

I absolutely love your delivery style, how you present your points in such an interesting manner and even tie in history. Thank you so much; really love the scandi style!

[@heidibay6799]

You are very close in the way you say danish words and names. I am danish 😊. And your way to describe us and our style is spot on.

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you Heidi! ☺️

[@GwenMotoGirl]

Many years ago, I saw a for-sale townhouse that was decorated in Scandinavian style, and it was beautiful, functional and unforgettable. I still love this timeless look.

[@blueboxes542]

This was great! I am Norwegian and used all those ideas you have mentioned without knowing so. I think it is in my DNA. Thanks!

[@Jeffrin_]

Very accurate description of the Scandinavian style!! :) I'm a minimalist, always attracted to clutter-free, spacious homes with ample amount of natural light! But I also like to incorporate certain boho aspects like a bright pop of color here and there or textured cushions.

[@jazminquiles3133]

I am just now starting to get into decorating and I'm trying to learn my personal style. I really like the warm feel and look of Scandinavian style, but as a traveler, I've brought back quite a few large pieces of vibrant art. I also have a ton of books so I'm learning to be ok with mixing the minimalist look along with some color. I just keep moving things around until it flows. A work in progress.

[@Jeffrin_]

@@jazminquiles3133 Our homes are an extension of ourselves. Never be afraid of experimenting or breaking out of the watertight definitions. :)

[@nerdtress8385]

Me: *Danish native. Has scandi decor and interior* Also me: *Looks around at various knick-knacks and clutter* I have failed my ancestors! 😱

[@heidimeigs5192]

🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭

[@ambrosiagrey669]

You explained it so well and it didn’t feel rushed! Thank you for posting! ❤️

[@spectrem]

I have been recently putting together the interior look of my house and I was going for this aesthetic without knowing the name or anything about it. After watching your video I’m surprised at how many features I had picked up on. Glad to finally have a name and some fun facts about this style!

[@Becky-vb8fs]

My favourite style, especially in old period homes :) love the modern minimal look with old period features like mouldings and fire places x

[@redfarrell3706]

This was an amazing breakdown and history of scandi decor! thank you!!

[@Indusxstan]

You do know your stuff. Thank you for not waffling like people often do. Very useful!

[@mayurighosh2794]

i love the way you explained the entire concept of scandi space !

[@marurodriguez8662]

I love the way about you describe the decorating styles!

[@amyheflin143]

Love Scandinavian style. Thanks for making this style clearer.

[@louiseevans6121]

You did a great job of educating us in Scandi decor. Thank you! I’d love to see how to make our own abstract art.

[@rosaclement3873]

One of the best informative channels on youtube. I would love to see a video about abstract art. Groetjes from Rosa.

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you Rosa ❤️

[@lindasmole4707]

Given that we live in northern Ontario, Canada, our winters can be long. With your amazing tips on how to warm up a home Scandinavian style, it gives us great direction on how to recreate it in our own home! Thanks so much!!!

[@shatabdirautroy1893]

You explained it amazingly....😍

[@maryjanethomas2380]

I love all of your videos and design tips. They hit on all the little details that truly make a statement in designing a space as well as the impact of how our environments effect us! Always a pleasure listening and take away of great ideas.

[@marynaleway2075]

Abstract art tutorial would be great! Thank you for this fun and informative video on Scandinavian decor. Loved it.

[@floreswoman123]

I love your video, as an interior decorator I highly appreciate the wonderful work implying making this video! ❤

[@PaulinaLukowska]

Finally a video on scandinavian decor that is packed with useful info. You are fantastic in sharing it as well ❤️ Only recently I found a name to what I had in my head 😊 and been looking into it since. Best video on the subject. Keep up the good work. Love from Ireland 👍

[@anne-kathrinhilscher5911]

Wow, this ist the best video about Scandinavian interior I've ever seen😍😇love it😍

[@normamaher9901]

Such a detailed & helpful explanation, thanks so much! I love the scandinavian style 💙☕

[@leonadjimbi8125]

This video is so magnificent 💀👏🏾 you explained this style so well, now I know for sure this is my style of home. Thank you!! 💙

[@aubreyjo89]

Excellent video! I’ve wondered for so long if I fell into the Scandinavian camp with my design preferences but I could never get a clear understanding of the style. Your detail and information was wonderful! Thank you! I truly feel knowledgeable and educated now.

[@adrianneprado6943]

Incredible!! Thank you so much.

[@annaaskling4781]

I’m from Denmark and watching this video and the images you used made me feel sooo at home!!! Also, I love the way that you build your videos up, simple yet so informative😌😌

[@kimberlyrose8302]

Such an amazingly thorough vid!!! Thanks!

[@mayfieldmanor5344]

Love the Scandi style! Thanks for the great video.

[@katebaker1171]

I never comment but this is amazing! So informative and descriptive! Thank you 💛

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you Kate!! ♥

[@karlthomps]

very informative video, Thanks! I like the style and tone of how you introduce the Scandinavian concept.

[@mariahedvigbartok6576]

I was looking forward to this video ❤️

[@karmacounselor]

Tusen takk...I love your clarity..it is inspiring and just the boost I needed to get some changes to my home. Thanks!

[@angelicavisigalli3744]

Thank you! you explain things in such a wonderful way! This videos are very useful, indeed: I hope you will continue with this series when you go through different styles. Love from Italy!

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you Angelica - un abbraccio forte dal Canada, siete tutti nei miei pensieri 🇮🇹

[@elisamota9383]

Loved the video! Thank you so much!

[@Jumoke]

yesss awesome video! I love Scandi with touches of farmhouse :)

[@ceeleegeetimes9245]

me and my husband are in the process of renovating our bathroom and floors. you explain it so well! i finally realized that we both were going for scandi design. i am hoping you can elaborate more on doing scandi design for kids room, kids stuff... thank you again!

[@Christoff6025]

Another top video from my fav KZbin channel!!!You helped me discover this style and I must say, I really like it!Keep the videos coming👍!

[@PoshPennies]

🤗 thank you!!

[@Practice_Kindness-1st]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and ideas. Great video!

[@sarat6787]

I l love Scandi design and you hit all the right spots to recreate the same design at home! And I agree about cable management! 😂 It's so important to make the space look decluttered!

[@PoshPennies]

Thanks my friend ☺️❤️

[@karinaayres804]

You are bang on on everything!!!. I appreciate you get into details and explain why. I love scandi and in a relationship with a Dane. His home is a reflection of everything you touched on. Best scandi design video. Also love your japandi one too! Thank you!!!

[@planetissa4899]

Love scan design, thanks for the informative tips.

[@jennifermadriz1181]

this is hands down my fav design style! great video

[@enjay4real]

I absolutely love this video! Oh my! You are good!

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you, I'm so glad! ♥♥

[@AppleThink]

Thank you and inspired lot ❤️

[@jodiemorgan6809]

Thank you. So helpful and informative. 💐

[@bananapie38]

Really good video. Detailed with examples and explanations. Thank you :)

[@peterwang3052]

Great job. Being Danish but living abroad kind of make you take other opinions seriously. I am ex. Danish for about 25 years but make Danish design lighting in far east !! You have nailed it about the way we design and decorate our homes in Denmark (even i don't live there anymore). White walls / black decor !! happy happy !!!

[@whathmm226]

Great analysis of Scandinavian style!

[@kaoanthonco8770]

I love how you define Scandinavian. Now I want my interior designer to watch this video.

[@sunrae7680]

Lol. Not sure if you meant to be funny. 😉

[@moniquemorris2705]

Fabulous...great content and detail...👍...Just redecorated both bedroom and living room in this style...Always gravitated towards this decor over the years but didn't know it had a name till recently .... 👍

[@withCy]

This video is absolute perfection!

[@MexTexican]

Thanks. Very well spoken and informative plus cute doggy at the end.

[@Angela-zf8sn]

Awesome tips! Thanks so much love the simple light bright airy look🤗👍

[@mousetrap1298]

Great video though when I lived in Sweden, NOBODY had curtains or even blinds on their windows. I found it so strange seeing into each other's houses in the winter when everyone had their lights on

[@murielbrown-out.of.town.]

thank you! this was super helpful. I am working towards being intentional in everything I do. In the middle of building a home and implementing many of these principles- Thank you!

[@fiona7546]

Love this video and I would love to add one more details that I love about the architecture details, the pair doors!

[@GoOutside321]

highlighting nature (windows, natural light, natural fabrics/wood), remove clutter, muted colors: so soothing ☺️

[@a.c.1436]

Your video is the absolute best I’ve ever heard. You’ve done your research. Other videos on scandi design feel very much from an American perspective. Also, one has mentioned that they should mix old and new. You go girl!

[@sarahpuebla4502]

I absolutely love every video you make. This one was great ❤️ also loved the one about the McGee studio style. Looking forward to many great new videos

[@ddiamondr1]

Thank you! That was great :)) My family's background is Norwegian and I grew up in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, near Banff, and have always been attracted to this type of design. Great tips. A recent move has put me next to a forest (ten feet from balcony) and so I'm feeling the need for a design change from very bright saturated colours to bringing nature inside and I love black and white anyway:)) THANK YOU!!

[@manashibaruah6299]

Very beautifully explained vdo...thx...wish to see more of these kind vdos

[@majo.marcos]

perfectly explained! 👏👏👏 It is my favorite video 😍😍😍 Thanks You so much!

[@marshamiddleton5910]

This was helpful! Thanks.

[@mariecaroleelia5395]

I like the structure and clarity of the video. It’s practical, useful, clear and to the point. Please keep doing them ❤

[@celiabud3364]

Such good content! Learnt so much, thank you :)xx

[@waltervega8730]

Thank you for the description of the Scandi style. I currently have a mid-century modern design in my apartment. I've been a fan of it fir many years. I've acquired many large furniture pieces such as, couches, end tables and lamps. I want to incorporate the Scandi-style a bit more when i move into a bigger apartment in the spring. As you mentioned, declutter the space and change my artwork. Thank you for such great advice!

[@judithsarazin6102]

i am Scandinavian minimalist style !!! this video confirms it. I am in the middle of decorating a new house. Great reminders here on how to succeed

[@pamelacosta918]

Thanks ! Im looking forward to watch more of your videos

[@ktonelle]

Totally useful... thank you!

[@angiehofacre5706]

Loved this video! I'd also love to see you make a video about how to create abstract art.

[@mazharalikhan5088]

I simply love this style

[@gracielacortez4784]

Loved this! Thank you so much for uploading this content! You just gained a new subscriber :)

[@LAUREL5784]

Yes, add my voice to the chorus of PLEASE MAKE A VIDEO ON CREATING ABSTRACT ART. lol I want to thank you also, for suggesting that I blow up my favorite pics into poster size and frame them as art. I love my daughter's more casual poses and THIS is the perfect way to showcase and enjoy those lovely (sometimes quirky) faces!! (Posh for pennies... I get it!!)

[@Underhills]

Great informative style description. I started watching one and before I knew it I had consumed your whole channel. Very enjoyable.

[@chaynegotte878]

Loved this! Yes please to abstract art

[@shuzhenyan4458]

1. Mixing old and new 2. Natural light (windows, skylight, white walls) 3. Black and white with natural tone 4. Artwork ( abstract large size) 5. Light and airy ( furniture off the ground ) 6. Textile (natural fabric) 7. Floors ( wood floor with light colour) 8. Declutter （cable management) 9. Use of wood 10. Plants 11. Architectural details I only caught 11 tips 😂😂😂did I miss anything?

[@valorielynwhitman8531]

Hygge

[@mari97216]

This was super interesting and accurate! You really got this style down and you did your research. I gotta check out your videos after this one! Love from Norway 🇳🇴

[@PoshPennies]

I appreciate that! Thank you ♥

[@valentinagrassi9158]

Egeest content thanks ! I'll keep watching

[@edmundoublianda6336]

Clear explanation & visual examples, thanks

[@mchade]

Love your videos and knowledge about styles

[@MicheleYeager777]

Omg I’m literally snuggling my Yorkie as I watched all of this and was surprised at the end. 😊 My goal for my new house is modern minimalism with Scandinavian influence and after watching this, I’m thrilled that it’s actually more Scandinavian than anything else. Love love this design style and love the idea of our own art. Thanks for such a great video!!

[@Jowitaxoxo]

Thank you for this!!

[@nadiacauchi]

Best scandi video I've learnt all I need to know thankyou

[@martinmendez789]

Thanks! Very informative and useful video. Best regards from Argentina!

[@tomtomlinson4826]

Clear. comprehensive and interesting. Great video!

[@bretonkaiser-shinn895]

Thanks for your great advice!

[@keepers7768]

Great video ! Yes to showing us how to DIY an abstract canvas. 😊

[@LAUREL5784]

Wow I love your style, your gentle way, and your philosophy! Just found you today, and I am thrilled that you have given me inspiration to start my big reno... I knew it would be scandi, but this one video gives such meaning and direction to exactly what I want to create and recreate and where to begin! So, thank you!! I grew up in my family's victorian home, built by my great grandfather, who emigrated to US from Norway when he was a boy. He laid the most beautiful pale oak pieced wood floors.. 2 inch wide strips of wood, each room had it's own design... it was stunning. We all had hot water radiators in our bedrooms, painted white, of course, and in winter, we had the ritual and benefits of a makeshift humidifier as we slept... we placed a pan of water on top of the radiator each night and the water had evaporated by morning. (I still sleep with a cool mist humidifier) So, please consider me a HUGE FAN!!

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you Lauri your comments made me really happy! 💗💗💗

[@rmonson5002]

Wow! Lucky you! Your family home sounds amazing! What a wonderful and meaningful place to grow up! I'm a peanut butter and jealous sammich, I'm not gonna lie! :)

[@eva_pe]

You nailed this video and the whole Scandinavian lifestyle. Greetings from Norway!

[@PoshPennies]

Thank you so much!!! ♥

[@lindacastejon7794]

Thank you! Very detailed and useful

[@maymounaz1866]

Great video. Very informative I love it 😁👏🏾

[@mangofunky]

Fantastic I lived in Sweden for 5 years and your spot on I am an Australian with a Swedish father who was a minimalist thanks again keep up the good work