Scandinavian style in interior design

This style has neither beginning nor end in the history of interior design. It exists since, when formed, strengthened and modern country in Northern Europe. All the Scandinavian countries in something like its history, climate and lifestyle. Therefore, the interior design of these countries has common features and characteristics.
Warm, cozy and comfortable home has always been a symbol of success and prosperity for all the peoples of Scandinavia.
But. as a trend in design and architecture, Scandinavian style only exists since 80th years of the NINETEENTH century. The main idea that governs all the principles of the Scandinavian style, is: “More beautiful things for every day!”.
And in 1905 at the international exhibition in the United States and Canada Scandinavian style said to myself, how about a new, special and perfect design style.
In the modern world this style is very popular, along with Japanese, English and Italian.
This style embodies the nature and principles of life of Northern peoples. It harmoniously combines the beauty, simplicity and naturalness.
We list the main distinctive features of Scandinavian style:

A clear predominance of light tones. Besides white color is often used shades of beige, yellow, blue and green. Bright, saturated colors are also present, but only in small elements.
Clean lines, a minimum of decoration and unnecessary ornamentation.
The abundance of light. Equally in demand white in daylight and bright light from a lamp or chandelier.
The use of mirrors, sometimes a very large size.
Houseplants, often large. That adds the room a freshness and preach the love of nature.
The furniture is simple and functional, and at the same time easy and graceful.
Soft furniture. It is a kind of business card of Scandinavian style in the interior. Comfortable chairs, sofas and beds is of the highest level. All forms, materials and design furniture contribute to a good rest and sleep.
Light, invisible ceilings and floors. Warm rugs or animal skins on the floor.
Light curtains or blinds, which is not very close the window. Blinds and draperies are not welcome.
The absence of any artistic drawings on fabrics and hard surfaces.
Family photos and handmade beautiful jewelry.
Stone fireplace, which embodies all the Holiness and warmth of the hearth.
All interior elements are very convenient to use and functional.
A lot of fur and warm blankets.
Uses only environmentally friendly materials: light wood, ceramics, glass, metal, natural fabrics (linen, cotton, wool).
Scandinavian style in interior design is at first glance quite simple, but in fact to create a real Scandinavian feel. Each room in the Scandinavian style should be prearranged. This democratic style, which is equally well suited for both country house and city apartment.
In the Scandinavian style, you can decorate absolutely any room, but experience shows that it is best to arrange a room for rest and sleep.
Because of all the available styles, Scandinavian is one of the most peaceful and appealing for sleep and rest. It creates a really warm atmosphere that warms warmth and comfort for the whole family.
Another undoubted advantage of this style is the low cost elements and materials to create it.In Scandinavia there is a saying that captures the spirit and mood of this style. That sounds saying something like: “the House you need to create a pleasure to the owner and guests to envy!”.