| Scandinavian Design enjoyed a brief rise in | | | | Exploring the Appeal of Scandinavian Design |
| popularity during the 50s, but it has recently | | | | There isn't just one reason for the popularity. For |
| received a great deal of attention from designers | | | | some, this type of design is particularly appealing |
| around the world. In fact, Scandinavian Design is | | | | because of its modern design roots. At the same |
| finding its way into major trend setting cities all | | | | time, it offers a natural look that has clean and |
| over the world. So, what is it and why are so | | | | simple lines. The growing popularity of green living |
| many people finding this style to be appealing? | | | | is one reason for the appeal of the natural look. |
| Understanding Scandinavian Design | | | | With green design, home décor decisions |
| Scandinavian Design has a very unique and easily | | | | are based according to the impact they have on |
| recognizable look. One of the key components of | | | | the earth. Those materials that can be easily |
| this aesthetic is the fact that it is inspired by | | | | replaced and that won't have a negative impact |
| nature. This does not mean that Scandinavian | | | | on future generations are used with green design. |
| Design is nothing but antler chandeliers and coat | | | | Scandinavian Design fits nicely with green design |
| racks, though these decorative elements can | | | | and with the growing awareness of nature and |
| certainly be part of a Scandinavian inspired | | | | the environment. |
| décor. | | | | Getting to Know Scandinavian Designers |
| In addition to being inspired by nature, | | | | There are a number of Scandinavian Designers |
| Scandinavian Design also utilizes lines that are very | | | | that are developing products for home |
| clean and simple. At the same time, it | | | | décor. One Scandinavian design team, |
| incorporates graphic patterns and pale colors. As a | | | | Front Design, consists of four female designers |
| result, this style is often looked upon as being a | | | | by the name of Sofia Lagerkvist, Anna Lindgren, |
| "modern classic" since it utilizes classic design | | | | Charlotte von der Lancken, and Katja Savstrom. |
| elements with a modern flare. When you think | | | | The company has only been around since 2003, |
| Scandinavian Design, words such as "simple" and | | | | but has already captured a great deal of attention |
| "uncomplicated" should come to mind. At the | | | | within the design community. They have designed |
| same time, these items are meant to be | | | | furniture and home accessories such as hooks, |
| functional and inexpensive to mass produce. | | | | wallpaper, lamps, and more. |