One of the biggest trends in interior design this year, set to remain popular for the foreseeable future, is the New Nordic Look. It is a cosier, earthier follow up to Scandinavian minimalism with gorgeous luxury wood or laminate floors and light, airy spaces.
How do you achieve the New Nordic Look?
Think light flooring with a simple colour palette and some darker accents around the room to give a homely feel. With Scandinavian design becoming increasingly focused on textures, warmth and earthly pigments, this interior style is all about making your space look natural and feel welcoming.
Simply adding more earthy colours, more natural materials, and more tactile textures you can create a calming, harmonious timeless space with a tranquil atmosphere. New Nordic still focuses on simple Nordic minimalism, but contrast-rich materials and surfaces create fascinating combinations.
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Start from the ground up
The flooring of your home is one of its defining features and quality wooden floors are essential for creating the New Nordic look, whether you are using hardwood or the more budget friendly option of laminate flooring. Light and natural tones fit perfectly with this earthy, authentic aesthetic.
When choosing between hardwood or laminate flooring, cost is an important consideration with hardwood generally being more expensive to buy and install. Hardwood has a beautiful look and can be repaired over time by sanding imperfections and refinishing. Laminate is made from pressed wood and has greater durability, resisting scratches, moisture and wear and tear as well as being easier to clean and maintain. It does not fade from sunlight as much due to its top coat so can be used in rooms with larger windows. It is important to take your lifestyle into account when choosing between hardwood and laminate flooring. Homes with pets, kids and a busy family life would most likely benefit more from a laminate flooring option. Whichever you choose, wood has a fantastic aesthetic appeal and gives warmth to any room.
Laminate flooring is a great replicate of a real timber floor; successfully simulating both its texture and unique characteristics. With so many variations to choose from, you can personalise your home by adding character and personality to it at a smaller cost than real wood flooring.
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The Kahrs Scandi Natural Oiled Wood Flooring is a great example of this look, as is the Harrow Warm Oak range of laminate flooring by Lifestyle Floors.
Colours
Choose earthy tones like terracotta and burgundy or shades of grey and neutrals. Keep it simple and opt for the colours of nature in muted hues. White on white is always a favourite of Scandanavian design and with the New Nordic trend you can experiment more as well. Colour blocking can give a softer look on your walls and dark accents work well too in dark blues, sage green and indigo while statement furniture in dark colours adds a dramatic touch. Textures on walls also adds a tactile feel and a gallery wall looks spectacular.
Match prints in different sizes, strictly in neutral colors or in black and white. Go for abstract motives, watercolors, portraits and botanical subjects. Mix then different frames, in black, white, or wood, in groups, or alternatively choose only one big statement print and decorate with that.
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Texture
Rugs and cushions are great for adding texture but make sure you are using natural materials. In the warmer months, linen is a great option whereas wool and mohair are ideal for the wintertime. For the bedroom, choose relaxed bed linen and curtains.
This aesthetic is inspired by nature with an ethos of quality materials. Wooden floors and shelves with rattan, aged leather and wool give a stunning look with a touch of Scandi chic.
Raw materials such as sheepskin, wool and mohair are often used for cushions, throws and rugs, and layering these textures creates a warm and cosy atmosphere. Geometric prints are becoming increasingly popular for carpets and rugs.
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Finishing Touches
As well as rugs and cushions, plants are great for decorations and popular in stylish interior décor. If keeping them alive isn’t your thing, dried branches and flowers look just as good. Earthenware, textured stones and candles work well too for an sleek, natural look. Lighting is important too, add in floor and table lamps with candles and lanterns to give a sense of light and warmth.
Make sure clutter is tucked away in cupboards though, the minimalism side of Scandinavian design is still alive and well!
Clutter is a big no in Nordic homes, which is why clever storage is a must, to keep anything unattractive that might be considered as clutter tidied away.
For any unsightly objects, concealed storage is a must. Sideboards and other storage units should still be stylish, but practical too.
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Whatever you’re looking to achieve in your home, we can help with all your flooring and carpet needs. Contact us here or book a free estimate with our friendly and professional Herts Carpets team today!
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