I've never been able to describe my interior design style until I came across the term Scandi Maximalism – here's everything you need to know about this folky, playful trend

Scandi maximalist style dining room with wallpapered walls, a large fireplace with folk art hung above, dark orange velvet curtains, a dining table with blue and white printed tablecloth and a white fabric pendant light.

Surprisingly, even as a style editor, I’ve always struggled to pin down my interior design personality. I love the warmth of neutrals and natural textures, but I also can’t resist a bold color, a patterned rug, or a vintage piece that tells a story. For the longest time, I thought that meant my taste was a bit mismatched or eclectic – until I recently came across the term Scandi maximalism.

When I first heard of this design trend, I thought it sounded like an oxymoron. After all, the Scandinavian style we all know and love is synonymous with minimalism and pared-back spaces. But I've come to discover, this is a whole new take on Scandinavian decor.