Free Style Guide

Scandinavian Style Guide

Simple, functional, quietly cozy.

Scandi design solves for long dark winters: maximize light, keep the palette calm, and make every surface something you want to touch.

The palette

Chalk#E9E2D6
Light Oak#C9B48C
Sky#9FBCCB
Slate Blue#6F8A97

Signature elements

  • Pale woods with visible, straight grain
  • Splayed legs that lift furniture off the floor
  • Layered lighting, never one overhead source
  • Sheepskin, wool, and boucle for warmth
  • Windows left as bare as privacy allows

What’s inside the guide

  • A one-page cheat sheet you can screenshot and shop from
  • The full color palette with hex codes
  • Furniture shapes and silhouettes that define the look
  • Materials and finishes to look for, and what to avoid
  • Lighting guidance, layer by layer
  • Styling rules for shelves, walls, and surfaces
The mistake to avoid Confusing Scandinavian with sparse. The hygge half matters, throws, candles, and soft textiles are what keep it from feeling clinical.
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