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by ZOË ROSCOE
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If you're a fan of Scandinavian interiors, here’s some good news: Scandi style’s modern, simple, and functional ethos lends itself to being long-lasting. Here’s a designer-approved list of Scandinavian trends you won’t regret investing in.
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Designer Courtney McLeod of Right Meets Left Interior Design suggests investing in Swedish furniture done in the Gustavian style. “The delicate details, beautiful proportions, and airy finishes perfectly complement contemporary interiors.”
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Scandinavian interiors use mostly neutral and natural tones, with the exception of one particular color: robin’s egg blue, a calming, cool hue that plays well with the whites and blonde woods of Scandi style.
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"Displays of nature can add living elements to the home and allow you to bring natural colors to the normally white, grey, and muted shades typical of Scandinavian design,” says designer Nina Barnieh-Blair of NinaBDesign.
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"Light woods that have subtle variations in color, like blonde wood with pink undertones work incredibly well with black, charcoal, and deep blues.”
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Textured elements help provide visual interest and depth to a Scandinavian-style room, which can be fairly monochromatic.
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To complement the less-is-more, airy Scandi look, many designers suggest investing in unique and modern furnishings with clean lines, especially ones created or inspired by iconic Scandinavian designers.