12 Scandinavian Bedroom Design Ideas
Scandinavian bedroom design is all about simplicity, comfort, and natural charm. With its clean lines, soft textures, and calming palette, it creates a cozy retreat that’s easy to achieve. Explore these ideas to bring effortless Nordic style into your space.
Open Spaces
In Scandinavian design the adage of “less is more” is true. It is important that you do not feel the need to fill every space with furniture or every surface with knick-knacks. While not all Scandinavian design is minimalist, it is more spare. Create open spaces by using less furniture than you would with other design styles. Also, keep surface decor to a minimum, adding just what you need to be comfortable.
Minimal Window Coverings
Scandinavian design celebrates natural light and its connection to the outdoors. Thus, it is important to keep your windows as open as they can be. This can be problematic in a bedroom where privacy is vital.
If you do not live in a private setting but want to keep your window coverings as light as possible, choose white or cream curtains that allow sunlight to filter through. For an even more minimal look, add some Roman shades or roller blinds that stay hidden until you pull them down to cover the windows.
Layer Organic Textures
Scandi design draws inspiration from the natural world. This means that we can turn to the natural world and draw from its rich organic textures to add more nuance in Scandinavian bedroom design. Consider adding natural textures like wood, stone, glass, wool, and plant life.
This Scandinavian boho bedroom design comes from Joybird. The neutral tones of this bedroom look richer because of all the textured elements throughout the room. Try adding a plush lambswool throw at the end of the bed or a thick wool rug under your feet. The vertical natural wood paneling in the corner gives the room an interesting architectural detail that is minimal and sleek.
Light Wood Furniture
Nothing says Scandinavian design quite like wood furniture. Natural wood is one of the next choices for modern Scandinavian bedroom designs, but dark wood looks right at home in a rustic Scandinavian bedroom aesthetic.
The furniture you choose doesn’t have to be expensive, but it does need to be made well. You can even find choices that work for your bedroom from IKEA, the famous Swedish home brand. Wherever you decide to look, search for furniture made from real wood with a classic shape. This means that your furniture will last and get more beautiful with age.
Base of Neutral Colors
Dark winters and gray skies are common in the Scandinavian countries. Thus, most interior design features light and bright neutrals. White walls are common to reflect all the natural and artificial light within the room.
ViviCo Interiors layered different neutrals throughout this Scandinavian style bedroom. They began with white walls and added custom cream wood paneling. The blacks and brown features add interest to the design without overpowering the lighter colors.
Accent With Earth Tones
A Scandinavian design bedroom does not always have to have white walls. If you crave a cozier look, use a deep earth tone to warm up your space. Choose colors that represent the earth, think slate blue, forest green, and stone gray.
This minimalist Scandinavian bedroom design from Colin Price Architecture features deep warm blue walls with accents of white and black. If you like this color, consider using a color like Benjamin Moore’s In the Midnight House (1666).
Statement Lighting
Scandinavian design is innovative and ever changing. It came to international attention in the 1950s when lighting was undergoing a transformation in style. If you have an eclectic side, choose a unique lighting fixture for over the bed or to adorn a bedside table. Mid-century chandeliers like the Atom light fixture in this Lindye Galloway design look right at home with the Scandinavian bedroom style.
Natural Green Accents
It is worth repeating that Scandinavian bedrooms look more authentic when they maintain a deep connection to the natural world. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is to incorporate greenery into your bedroom decor.
Use indoor plants and trees to create the biggest statement. If you can’t keep real greenery alive, there are some wonderful faux options available. If a real or faux plant is not in your budget, get a pottery or glass vase at a second-hand store and fill it with cut greenery. Choose greenery with cool twig formations so that you can display the twigs even after the green leaves have fallen away.
Smart Storage Solutions
Scandinavian bedroom decor is known to evoke a calm vibe. You can create this serene look by storing away all the odds and ends associated with bedrooms.
Look for large storage pieces that have clean and sleek lines. Or, if you have the budget add built-in storage solutions to your room for an even more seamless look. Add smaller storage pieces like nightstands with drawers for the odd bedside item. Also, baskets can help for quick and easy storage of extra blankets, pillows, and toys.
Furniture
It may go without saying, but we will point it out anyway. The more Scandinavian-designed furniture you use, the more authentic your Scandinavian bedroom will look. Choose streamlined Scandi furniture and choose particular pieces that are famous from Scandinavian designers.
The Egg chair, designed by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen is iconic in Scandinavian design. Feldman Architecture used this chair shape as the accent chair in this Scandinavian bedroom design to emphasize the Scandi aesthetic.
Paint Your Floors
Scandinavians avoid wall-to-wall carpet in favor of hardwood floors that are easier to keep clean. If you want a lighter look than wood, opt to paint or whitewash the floors. This will allow the light to reflect off of the wood and brighten the room.
Decorative Accents
Add some personality to your Scandinavian-style bedroom with the addition of some personal items or colorful accents that you love. This will give your bedroom a personal stamp and make it more distinct. This Scandi bedroom from KITE Architects adds a colorful rug, graphic wall art, and a set of antlers to give this room a more unique look.
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