Form follows function in these Scandi-style kitchens. discover the key elements to ask for in the design process to achieve this look …
Scandinavian fashion and interior design has been flooding our Instagram feeds so it was only a matter of time before the Scandi-kitchen trend came onto our radar. We cannot get enough of the look. Scandinavian kitchens are typically sleek and streamlined, light and bright in colour palette, full of natural light and accessorised with different textures and fabrics. Natural elements like wooden countertops, wooden flooring and plants are a great way to add warmth to the space and to ground it. The difference between a minimally designed kitchen and a Scandinavian style kitchen lies in the accessories; the little touches of pattern or woven elements to add to your kitchen to make it stand out. A very important point to note when asking for a Scandi-style kitchen is that form follows function! NO unnecessary clutter! It is all about simplicity and functionality.
KEEP IT GROUNDED WITH WOODEN FLOORING
This Naked Kitchen is sleek, modern and functional. It boasts a brushed limed-green oak finish on the panelled cabinetry with white on the opposite side; a typical Scandinavian aesthetic. The straight panelled wood floor grounds the room and acts as that natural element to evoke the relaxing energy that Scandinavian kitchens so often possess. www.nakedkitchens.com
NATURAL ELEMENTS
The dark hard wood surface on the island softens the palour of the cabinetry which is crucial in a bright Scandi-style kitchen. Bringing plants and wooden or woven accessories into the room are a huge part of the trend. www.devolkitchens.co.uk
ACCESSORIES – THAT DON’T CLUTTER
Abiding by the Scandinavian ethos of form following function – the timber ladder in this Neptune kitchen certainly accessorises the room but is actually needed for the tall storage. It adds character but without clutter, we’ll allow it. @neptunehomeofficial
FEEL GOOD FABRICS
Add a textured and/or patterned rug to create warmth in the room against the bright cabinetry. The tactility of a rug, woven material or a faux fur or fur throw in the kitchen add to the natural, outdoorsy vibe of the Scandi look. @neptunehomeoffical
FLOATING SHELVES
Floating shelves are a great way to incorporate Scandinavian design into your kitchen. They act as a great storage solution and keep things light and bright – and functional! www.britishstandardcupboards.co.uk
NATURAL LIGHT AND SPACE
Letting natural light in where possible is key to showcasing a Scandinavian style kitchen. This kitchen has filled out one side of this bright old warehouse room. The design planning is clear in its carefully selected furniture, cabinetry and fridge. A space for gathering is a huge part of Scandinavian design and this kitchen boasts a big one at that. www.devolkitchens.co.uk
STORAGE – FOR A CLUTTER-FREE KITCHEN
As ‘clutter-free’ is the name of the game, effective storage is paramount in a Scandinavian style kitchen. This Bulthaup kitchen boasts large sleek storage, that does not shrink the room and keeps the look minimal. If you want the Scandinavian look, you have to ask for smart storage. @bulthaup
A SAFE HAVEN WITH SIEMENS
Siemens Appliance Group value Scandinavian design – they believe it turns a minimalist design into a place of serenity and cosiness, and strive to filter that idea into their products and design. They similarly follow the Scandi-ideals that it is design with purpose and that the natural colours of the landscape bring you closer to it. It is a kitchen style in which one can relax and really feel ‘at home.’ www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com
ALL OF THE ABOVE
Here is a great representation of a Scandi-style design in a modern L-shaped space. The rug adds texture and pattern to this bright kitchen and the bamboo, plants and straw detailing in the lamp and the basket help add that natural vibe to the room.