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7 Scandinavian Design Trends to Bring Into Your Home to Give It a Cooler Style Sensibility in 2026

Interior designers share why the latest Scandi looks are shifting the region's style forward rather than redefining it

Livingetc · Jun 30

7 Scandinavian Design Rules That Almost No One Else Follows in Their Homes, but Really Should

An effortless sense of simplicity defines the Scandi aesthetic — but which of the region’s decorating principles really matter? Top interior designers share their view

Livingetc · Jun 16

8 Scandi-Inspired Window Treatments That Will Make Your Home Feel Calmer, Brighter, and More Grounded

From cafe curtains to full-length drapes, interior designers love taking their cues from “light-worshipping” Scandinavians

Livingetc · Jun 13

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I’m Calling It: This Swedish Tradition Is the Secret to a Cozier Home, and It’s All About Creating the Perfect Nook for Mindful Moments

Here's how to create an intentional space designed for pause, inspired by the Scandinavian ritual of Fika

Homes & Gardens · Feb 14

Skip the Classic Sofas You're Seeing Everywhere in Design Right Now — Here's 5 Up-and-Comers, Primed to Steal the Spotlight

While design icons will always have their place, interior designers are increasingly using more under-the-radar pieces to anchor living rooms

Livingetc · Oct 25, 2025

10 Ways Scandinavian Lighting Ideas Can Make Illuminating a Space Feel Sculptural

From design icons to modern classics, Scandi lighting is adored by interior designers all over the world — here's how to bring the look home

Livingetc · Jul 12, 2025

5 Things People With Amazing Outdoor Kitchens Never Have in Them — According to Experts

If you're in the process of setting up an outdoor kitchen, experts warn against these common design errors

Livingetc · May 9, 2024

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5 Kitchen Lighting Trends to Consider for 2024 — These Choices Will Make Your Design Feel Elevated

Consider these kitchen lighting trends to upgrade your current design to something much more decorative and useful

Livingetc · Apr 12, 2024

What Are the Different Types of Bathroom Vanity? A Handy Guide to Help Design Your Bathroom

Unsure of which type of bathroom vanity is the best fit for you? Take some tips from our experts as they explore the options

Livingetc · Apr 9, 2024

3 Types of Outdated Kitchen Lighting to Avoid — and What to Choose Instead

Bring your kitchen out of the dark ages as the experts tell us which types of lighting are best left in the past

Livingetc · Apr 7, 2024

5 lessons to learn from Scandinavian interior designers about creating soft, minimalist spaces

We've asked the experts to share the lessons to learn from Scandinavian interior designers that can be introduced to any home style.

Homes & Gardens · Apr 7, 2024

5 Scandinavian dining room ideas for a simplistic yet refined scheme

A Scandinavian dining room pairs clean lines with wood tones and shades of white. Here, interior designers share their favorite Scandinavian schemes

Homes & Gardens · Mar 15, 2024

Colors That Interior Designers Avoid Pairing With Green — and Better Ways to Make These Combos Work

Looking to create the perfect indoor palette with green? Before you begin, experts warn against choosing these particular hues

Livingetc · Mar 15, 2024

Colors That Go With Blush Pink — 5 Ways Designers are Building Palettes Around This Trending Hue

These colors that go with blush pink are a brilliant way to give this shade a sophisticated outlook

Livingetc · Mar 1, 2024

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Livingetc · Feb 18, 2024

What's The Best Material for Bathroom Curtains? — Designers Unanimously Agree on This 'Stylish and Durable' Option

If you’re planning on introducing curtains to the bathroom, experts suggest this material that has dimensional stability and retains the least moisture

Livingetc · Jan 18, 2024

What's the Best Bed For a Small Room? Experts Share 5 Styles With Their Pros and Cons

Experts say these bed styles will suit the tiniest, narrowest and most cramped bedrooms

Livingetc · Dec 13, 2023

What Does How You Decorate Your Christmas Tree Say About You? We Ask Decor Experts

Decorating your Christmas tree is a chance to unleash your creative side. But what does your tree say about you and your home? We asked the experts

Livingetc · Aug 29, 2023

Are curtains good for minimalist homes? The rules minimalist interior designers live by when dressing windows

Are curtains the best window treatment for minimalist designs? We speak to the experts to find out

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Livingetc · Aug 11, 2023

7 big - huge! - decor mistakes most people make in small bedrooms and how to avoid them

From the colors to avoid, to the layouts that are never going to work, interior designers let us know what not to do in a small bedroom

Livingetc · Jul 3, 2023

'Don't overdo it!' These interior designers have a golden rule for how many pillows to dress a bed with

How many pillows should I have on my bed? We asked the experts for the lowdown on this common conundrum

Livingetc · Jun 29, 2023

3 once-popular kitchen countertops that have fallen out of favor with designers, and what they're using now instead

Planning a kitchen reno? You might want to consider giving these outdated countertop styles a miss, and pick one of these new favorites

Livingetc · Jun 21, 2023

What type of patio furniture can I leave outside in winter? The best materials to buy now that you won't regret later

You might be buying furniture now to enjoy in the sun, but have you considered whether it will hold up to being outside the rest of the year round?

Livingetc · Jun 1, 2023

How do I make my outdoor dining space feel cozier? The 5 secrets to more intimate entertaining in your backyard

Want an outdoor space that draws you in and feels comforting and cozy on nights spent dining alfresco? These are the 5 things that will make all the difference

Livingetc · May 20, 2023

This genius rule for throw pillows is the shortcut to a better dressed couch I wish I'd known earlier

If you're questioning how many throw pillows to have on your couch, this interior designers trick might be just the solution

Livingetc · May 18, 2023

5 indoor plants that minimalists love – and that capture the mood of a pared-back decorating scheme

If you're looking to bring a minimalist feel to your home, you can't go wrong with these indoor houseplants

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