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Scandinavian-style design is historically known for its incorporation of natural materials such as wood, leather, and local fibers. Designs are organic and closely connected to the world around them. From the 1930s to the 1970s, a handful of designers carved out a niche of finely crafted art, decor, and architecture, their names now synonymous with Scandinavian design. Share This Infographic...

The new year is approaching — for homeowners and design enthusiasts, that means it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll revamp your interiors for 2017. There’s nothing like a new year to give you the feeling of a clean slate, and the opportunity to refresh some of your favorite spaces. To start you off, we’ve collected up the major...

Are you interested in Scandinavian design? Then you might want to take a look at its brand new cousin: Scandi-Industrial design. This emerging design trend takes an industrial spin on traditional Scandinavian elements to create an innovative look and feel in a space. Take a look at the defining features of this novel concept, and how you can incorporate Scandi-Industrial...

If you hear the term “rustic décor” and instantly think of a log cabin deep in the middle of the woods, you might want to take another look at the genre. A rustic interior design style doesn’t necessarily require branches gathered straight from the forest, or repurposed furniture from garage sales, to accomplish its earthy, effortless vibe. The rustic style...

In the furniture industry, the words “Scandinavian design” often feel synonymous with “IKEA.” Not that there’s anything wrong with the Swedish home décor giant, but there’s a much bigger world out there when it comes to Scandinavian furniture — and it doesn’t completely revolve around Billy bookcases and Läck tables. The heart of Scandinavia’s furniture and décor style is simplicity...