10 Scandinavian Bedroom Ideas That'll Add More Hygge to Your Home
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Scandinavian interior design balances clean minimalism with just the right amount of texture and detail to create a clutter-free space without it feeling bare or cold. Scandinavian bedrooms emulate this idea with light wood furnishings in clean-lined silhouettes, neutral, nature-inspired colour schemes, thick blankets and comforting textures. Read below for a variety of Scandinavian bedroom ideas that will have you wanting to embrace all things hygge.
1. Prioritise Light Wood Furnishings
Choose blonde wood tones and solid wood furnishings to reflect Scandinavian design's use of natural materials. Look for Scandinavian oak furniture or furnishings made with other types of blonde wood like pine, beech or ash (which make up most of Nordic forests).
Create a uniform aesthetic in your bedroom with a set of furniture made of blond wood. Position a light wood bed frame against a central wall. Match it with a solid wood nightstand and mirror the look with a blond wood dresser on an opposite wall. Extend blonde wood tones to your decor with an art print set in a light wood frame.
Build your bedroom around a Scandinavian-style bed and headboard. Look for simplistic designs with tapered or hairpin legs, a clean-lined square headboard and carved wood details for a Scandi-inspired forest look. Aim for maximum comfort with an upholstered bed with a solid wooden frame and rounded legs. The right bed should elevate your Scandinavian bedroom, contribute to an open, airy aesthetic and most importantly, make you want to curl up and relax.
Transport yourself to the Scandinavian wilderness with Scandinavian bedroom design ideas based on colors found in nature. Think stone grays, earthy browns, rich greens, watery blues, sandy beige, and sun-like metallics. Achieve the look with a navy blue headboard to resemble dark water, cream sheets to resemble sandy shores, and a green accent pillow to mirror forest foliage. Then sit back and relax, surrounded by the colors of nature.
Although Scandinavian bedrooms prioritise earthy neutrals to create a relaxing, restful space, it doesn't mean colour is out of the question. Keep walls neutral and look to colourful Scandinavian bedding to make a statement. Pastel pinks and blues are go-to colours in Scandi aesthetics, but any subtle shade will do. Start with white sheets for a neutral base before layering your bed with pastel colors that reflect your aesthetic. Introduce more colour with a woven blanket and decorative cushion.
Embrace bright interiors with this Scandinavian bedroom idea. Keep your space simple, refreshing, and light-reflecting with an 'all-white' design in your Scandinavian bedroom. Start by covering your bed in crisp white sheets and bedding. Swap in pillow shams made of clean white linen. Opt for white bedroom furnishings like the dresser and nightstand pictured above. Illuminate your Scandi-sleeping space with a white table lamp in a mid-century modern silhouette. Want to create some visual dimension? Add warm layers with brown, grey and black cushions or blankets and sprigs of winter greens.
Tip: Get even more ideas for a Scandi-inspired white bedroom in our guide 9 White Bedroom Ideas.
6. Hang a Statement-Making Chandelier
The Scandinavian bedroom is all about creating balance between comforting textures and clutter-free surfaces. Add texture, introduce warm light and keep floor and table space clear when you hang a Scandi-inspired pendant light or chandelier above your bed. Opt for the paper lantern-like design commonly found in Scandi interiors or go for a globe-style shade for a relaxed ambience.
Complement nordic-style beds with faux fur throws, chunky knit blankets, and textured cushions to create a comforting space to enjoy morning coffees and relax at the end of each day. Warm up cold wooden floors and make getting out of bed easier with a woven wool rug. Add warmth to the walls with a boho wall hanging or tapestry with woven detailing.
Be inspired by a high-contrast colour scheme when you curate a black and white Scandinavian bedroom aesthetic. Start with shades of white and grey, then add smaller black accents to make the space pop. Complement white walls with white and grey bedding in textured patterns and smooth linens. Introduce cool contrasts with a pair of black wall lights, a decorative kettle in a matte black finish and decorative cushions with black and white designs. Tie the colour scheme together by resting a black and white print on the bedside table.
Use patterned furnishings to balance natural wooden elements in your space. Lay out a striped area rug to mirror the grains of wood-panelled walls for a clean minimalist vibe. Hang a striped abstract print above the bed to create interest, and position a bench at the end of the bed with black-striped details on each side. Keep bedding neutral to emphasise the patterned pieces.
Refresh blank wall space with artsy Scandinavian bedroom ideas. Hang abstract landscapes like the pair pictured above for a relaxed interpretation of nature. Or opt for Scandinavian wall art with slim outlines and a black and white colour palette to add subtle interest without overwhelming the room. Make an impact while keeping things minimal with one large abstract print over the headboard or above a dresser.
Tip: Looking for more Scandi home inspiration? Check out:
- How to Create a Scandinavian Inspired Home
- Bring Hygge Into Your Home With These Scandi Lighting Ideas
- 3 Unique Ways to Achieve a Sleek and Modern Scandi Look at Home
