Anche la porta di accesso alla taverna è stata rivestita in parquet, per rendere maggiormente l'effetto richiesto dal committente.
Inspiration for a large scandinavian open concept living room in Milan with white walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

Anglet

Alexandra Gorla Architecture d'Intérieur

Dans cet appartement moderne, les propriétaires souhaitaient mettre un peu de peps dans leur intérieur! Nous y avons apporté de la couleur et des meubles sur mesure... Ici, la colonne de l'immeuble est caché par un claustra graphique intégré au meuble TV-Bibliothèque.

Japandi Home

SDA Architects

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

Arena park - living room

LESH

Современный дизайн интерьера гостиной, контрастные цвета, скандинавский стиль. Сочетание белого, черного и желтого. Желтые панели, серый диван.
Inspiration for a small scandinavian living room in Saint Petersburg with yellow walls, beige floor, exposed beam, wood walls and laminate floors.

Edificio CLT Barcelona

Made of Wood

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Barcelona with white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Sandown Rd

Aesir Construction Limited

Photo of a large scandinavian open concept living room in Kent with a library, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a concealed tv, vaulted and wood walls.

MONTORGUEIL

atelier daaa

Photo : BCDF Studio
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Paris with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall, brown floor and wood walls.

HLG

hala anto studio

Photo of a large scandinavian open concept living room in Berlin with beige walls and wood walls.

Интерьер MUA

INT2architecture

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with white walls, painted wood floors, white floor and wood walls.

The living room features floor to ceiling windows, opening the space to the surrounding forest.
Photo of a large scandinavian open concept living room in Portland with a home bar, white walls, concrete floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, vaulted and wood walls.

MONTORGUEIL

atelier daaa

Photo : BCDF Studio
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Paris with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall, brown floor and wood walls.

Anglet

Alexandra Gorla Architecture d'Intérieur

Дом в Волковицах

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with white walls, porcelain floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, black floor, timber and wood walls.

IGUALTAT

Brákara Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Barcelona with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and wood walls.

PROJET AUGUSTE

L’empreinte

Esthétique et utile la bibliothèque sur-mesure occupe une place incontournable dans nos intérieurs ! Les rangements peuvent être ouverts ou fermés, symétriques ou décalés... Contactez-nous pour nous parler de votre projet

Arena park - living room

LESH

Современный дизайн интерьера гостиной, контрастные цвета, скандинавский стиль. Сочетание белого, черного и желтого. Желтые панели, серый диван. Пример сервировки стола, цветы. Гамак.

Интерьер MUA

INT2architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with white walls, painted wood floors, white floor and wood walls.

reimagined bunker

reimagined habitat

Office/living space created from an unused space under a balcony. Large triple glazed windows to let the garden view and light in, but keep to modulate the heat and keep the noise out, blow in insulation on the walls and ceiling, thermal mass to hold in the heat for the floor, baltic pine beams and highlight walls.

Monolocale x4

Marta Bonesu | That Short Architect

Inspiration for a small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and wood walls.

Scandinavian Living Room Design Photos with Wood Walls

A living room, often referred to as a lounge room in Australia and New Zealand, is the hub of the home. If you only have one living room in the house, it’s likely to serve multiple purposes: be it a place to watch TV, play games, spend quality time with family or hang out with friends. If you have the luxury of two living areas, one is usually a formal living room or lounge room, reserved for reading, relaxing and entertaining. A successful Scandinavian living room design is inviting, has enough seating for the whole clan – a comfortable couch is a must – and encourages conversation. Browse photos on Houzz for living room layouts, furniture and decor, and strike up a conversation with the interior designers or architects of your favourite picks. For even more Scandinavian living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which Scandinavian living room layouts will work best for you?

Every living area will have design challenges. A long, narrow lounge room, for example, risks looking like a hallway if furniture is lined up against the walls. Instead, opt for small furniture items, like a cosy two-seater couch, and create various focal points throughout the space. In square living rooms, a symmetrical layout encourages a formal setting. Place seating on either side of the room, with a focal point in the middle to pull the room together. For a truly intimate vibe, replace your couch with some occasional chairs positioned around a coffee table or ottoman. This will make the main focus conversation. An open-plan home – one where the lines are blurred between kitchen, dining and living – may require a layout that focuses on definition. You’ll want to make sure furniture doesn’t block the flow between spaces, and instead use something like an area rug to create zones.

How can you decorate your living room?

The living room can be a place in which to show off your personality, but if you want a timeless living room scheme, stick to neutral walls, couches and ottomans. Colour can be added through accessories, and is a lot more interchangeable! Rugs, cushions and throws are great for adding colour, while mirrors, lamps and ceiling lights will set the mood. Make your Scandinavian living room unique by including family heirlooms and photos. For a polished look, try creating a coffee table vignette – you could use books as pedestals or group items together on a tray. Try adding a vase, a mixture of round and rectangular objects and some books.

What are some small living room ideas?

Small living room designs can be tricky to work with, but aren’t doomed to fail. Often, you just have to get creative with furniture. An open-back chaise can create a sense of spaciousness, while small side tables paired together can substitute a coffee table. Even better, an ottoman can be used as a footrest, coffee table or extra seating. Big furniture items like the couch are best kept in light colours, and if there’s room for a coffee table, a glass-top one is best. If you have two spaces in one – perhaps your Scandinavian living room sits in front of a single-wall kitchen – make sure they are connected by decor, colour and style. For definition, just add area rugs, or use your couch as a dividing wall. It’s worth having a few furniture pieces, whether a bookshelf, couch or entertainment unit, in the same colour as the walls, too, so they blend into the room and visually expand the space.

Is open-plan living for you?

Today’s homes often embrace open-plan living, whereby the living room runs off the kitchen and/or dining areas. Open-plan living allows greater functionality, but can risk creating a vast, soulless space if not done right. To avoid a cavernous feel in an open-plan design, define areas with furniture, rugs and lighting, or consider using a wall divider. Also be sure to keep flooring, lighting and materials consistent throughout, for cohesiveness. Noise may be an issue – someone banging pots and pans while you’re watching TV, for example – so include lots of soft Scandinavian furnishings, such as rugs, curtains and couches to help absorb the noise. You will also need to factor in plenty of storage, so mess is kept at bay.