Do you love rigorous Scandinavian design and the atmosphere of Northern European homes? Well, you're in the right place! Today we want to show you how to furnish a perfect Nordic-style bedroom—welcoming and comfortable in all its simplicity.
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If you've already read our guide, you'll be perfectly familiar with the characteristics of Nordic decor, so you're already halfway there. But how can you recreate a Scandinavian atmosphere in your bedroom? Here's a small collection of inspiration and tips for a tastefully furnished Nordic-style bedroom!
All the beauty of natural wood for your Nordic bedroom
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A truly Nordic-style bedroom is a naturally comfortable and restful space that should evoke the soft atmosphere of Northern Europe. And what's more beautiful than a natural wood decor for your bedroom?
For your Nordic bedroom, choose the wood that characterizes Scandinavian forests. Birch, ash, oak... The key is to leave it natural, with the wood's knots and imperfections exposed and avoiding chemical treatments.
Choose white and neutral colors for a naturally bright bedroom.
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What color palette should you choose for your Nordic bedroom? Well, definitely all the shades that pair well with natural wood! Soft, neutral hues, for example, without, of course, neglecting white.
You may already know that Scandinavian decor tends to maximize natural light with neutral colors to balance the short winter days with little sunlight.
White is therefore the perfect choice for recreating a setting inspired by Northern European homes, while for softer lighting that prepares you for sleep, you can add a bedside lamp or a metal chandelier! Keep it minimalist, of course, so that the light sources blend in with the rest of the decor, as we'll explain in the next section.
Decorate your Nordic bedroom with minimalist furniture and accessories
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Furniture, furnishings, and even decorative accessories in your Nordic bedroom should follow one simple rule: less is more! Focus on linear design without creating overly cluttered arrangements, and you'll be on the right track.
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Another hallmark of a Nordic bedroom is minimalism: clean, rigorous lines... Unleash your creativity by working by subtraction and choosing furnishing elements with simple geometric shapes! A minimalist, exposed coat rack like the one in the photo above would be a wonderful addition to your Scandinavian-style bedroom.
How to choose the best bed for your Scandinavian bedroom
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Choosing a bed for your Nordic bedroom should also follow the same philosophy as the room's furnishings. Choose a double bed with simple lines, with a clean, elementary design. A light wood or white frame is perhaps the best solution, but not the only one.
If you want to give a more informal twist to your Nordic bedroom, try using two mattresses stacked on top of each other, without a box spring or actual bed: a minimalist and striking idea!
Less is more, even when decorating the wall behind the bed!
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Have you chosen the bed for your Nordic-style bedroom? Great, now it's time to decide how to decorate the wall behind the headboard!
Following the less-is-more philosophy, we recommend a quick, economical, and always striking solution: a series of hanging pictures or prints! Modern, simple frames and abstract or geometric prints will be perfect for your Scandinavian bedroom. Oh, and for a truly chic, modern, and classy effect, hang them in a cluster above the headboard!
Welcoming warmth: choose natural fabrics for your Nordic bedroom
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Finally, here are some tips for choosing textiles to make your Nordic-style bedroom even more welcoming! Natural fabrics are the best choice for recreating a Scandinavian atmosphere that also visually warms the space.
Knits, fur, raw fabrics, wool... Remember that in a Nordic bedroom, blankets, pillows, and rugs can also be considered an integral part of the decor and should therefore be chosen carefully to create a welcoming atmosphere, especially during long winter evenings!
