Japandi tends to lean into warmer tones, such as lush browns and deep creams with undertones of red and yellow. Additionally, Japandi is known for blending light and dark woods, focusing on higher contrast within the design, and adding more dramatic flair to its minimal design style. Japandi also borrows many culturally relevant influences for its design style, like adding bamboo pieces or using slatted wall decor. When decorating for a Scandinavian-style Christmas, try using dried pine cones and orange slices for decorations and Christmas presents. Crocheted snowflakes are also nice to use in decoration —hang them in the window, on the Christmas tree, as decorations on Christmas presents, etc. As well as the wooden elements, throw in natural materials such woollen blankets and sheepskins to get the signature scandi look. To keep warm a wood burner is essential. I am so envious of anyone with a log burner and I’d love to have one fitted at my house! Continuing with the natural theme bring in plants, branches for an unfussy, organic feel. A Scandinavian Christmas. A Christmas tree decorated with red, white, gold, and touches of silver adorns this cozy living space. Layer in accents of pillows and throws for warmth. (via @mitt_landlige_hjem) We offer a stunning collection of home furniture and accessories for every home style. Either you are searching for a beach houselook or you want to keep the modern rusticflair into your house, Maison Rustic suits all your needs.

White Balls And Bells. This elegant Christmas staircase is adorned with pine branches, pinecones, white bells, and ornaments. A strip of LED lights runs through the garland to provide a warm and magical ambiance in the evening time. The garland combines a natural garland intertwined with an artificial one. Hang pine cones and white Christmas decorations. You may also like: 19 Rustic Interiors | Three Hygge Recipes | How to Hygge | 16 Ideas for a Cosy Living Room | The Best European Weekend Breaks Warm Christmas Atmosphere. This cozy living space features natural decor and minimalist Christmas tree decorations. The tree is decorated with large silver snowflakes and LED candles. Similar LED Christmas tree candles can be found on Balsam Hill. (via @marzena.marideko) While both Japandi and Scandi styles borrow motifs and inspiration from minimalism, they represent this aesthetic with influences from their surrounding cultures in unique ways.

In the Scandinavian sense, simplicity is more than the Mies van der Rohe dictum; “Less is more”, which really meant trimming it down to the bare essentials,' explains Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen, architect and partner at Norm Architects. 'In most Scandinavian designs, there are always details that take the product beyond the strictly simple and give it something extra.'

Modern rustic style is a hybrid of country, Scandi and industrial looks, all of which share similar properties: they are relaxed, easy to live with and suit most types of home. Scandi style isn't immune from another big trend in the world of interiors. Textured wall finishes, whether they're limewash paint ideas or other materials like clay plaster or tadelakt, seem to share a design affinity that has seen them become a defining style for modern Scandi schemes.Textured walls add a beautiful lived in look - especially helpful when the space is a new build or very angular - and the aged look balances the clean lines of Scandi style furnishings that work so well in this type of space,' says Annie Harrison. Beautifully Wrapped Presents. Wrap your gifts in a beautiful Scandinavian style using simple elements such as evergreen clippings, string, ribbon, dried oranges, faux berries, simple tags, and kraft paper. (via @livetpalahaugen) Cozy Winter Bedroom. Small trees, ornaments, and cozy textures decorate this bedroom. Set in a rattan basket, the large Christmas tree provides a magical atmosphere. The beautiful “Merry Christmas” print on the wall is made by @muural_. (via @marzena.marideko) Scandi, however, favors lighter wood tones and a more crisp appeal to the design. Cool hues with undertones like green and blue reign supreme. You may also find fur or faux fur textiles, muted gray tones, and simple, near- monochromatic color palettes in Scandi spaces. Additionally, Scandi designs play around with more layering and natural materials like wool or leather for a cozier look. Scandi interior design may also appear more rustic and industrial than its Japandi counterpart.

Merry Christmas Presents. These lovely gift-wrapping ideas are inspired by snow with painted snowflakes and pompoms on the ribbons. (via @cheflovesgarden) Christmas Magic. Beautiful ornaments and large stars and glistening lights add a festive scene to this living space. (via @alinea) Wooden floors, walls and furniture are a big characteristic of scandinavian design. The nordic nations frequently use natural materials and traditional craftsmanship in their furniture which makes a connection with nature and the outdoors. Rustic wooden tones ooze elegance and make a cosy and inviting room. Add a wooden stool or bench for a small rustic element or go the whole hog and panel the walls or floors. Use A Distintive Palette A fondness for natural materials underlines Scandinavian design to bring warmth and texture to minimalist spaces. 'Materials sourced from nature have always been essential to human beings,' explains Jonas. 'Wood can be treated to achieve a smooth feel and look or a more rustic elegance. Stone can be used in its natural state or obtain a rough or shiny finish and so on.'

Since Sweden has long dark days during the month of December, plenty of snowfall, and freezing cold temperatures, they make up for this with stylish holiday decor. This includes layers and layers of cozy textures, lots of lights, candles, and wonderful holiday traditions. Whether you live in a small apartment or a family home, the Nordic style can be used to warm up your space for the holidays. Christmas Lighted Houses. In the winter months in Sweden, the evenings are very dark. So there is only one thing to do, and that is to light a candle. These lighted houses decorate a shelf, which can be added anywhere in your home for some Christmas magic. The DIY Christmas wreath has a vintage feel to it.(via @livetpalahaugen)

Nordic hygge style is part of the Scandinavian design family tree and focuses on the Danish idea of “hygge,” which is the feeling of being content with the simple pleasures in life. The Scandinavian design style, in general, uses Nordic-inspired designs and mountain home decor. Therefore, when aiming to blend Scandi and rustic interior decor, many designers lean into the Nordic hygge style to achieve a comfortable balance.Decorated Christmas Cabin. This cozy cabin in Norway features beautiful reclaimed doors decorated with wreaths. An old wooden sled is adorned with cut logs and pine branches. (via @hverdagslykkelise) Achieving the rustic Scandinavian interior design style is simple. While it’s important to blend the two opposing aesthetics together, they share enough elements in common that you can still create a cohesive look. Stark and contrasting color palettes Dining Room Ornament Chandelier. This inviting dining table features natural tones for warmth. A wooden box is used as the centerpiece, filled with pine branches, pine cones, small deer, and white taper candles. A hanging branch is used as a decorative Christmas chandelier with hanging ornaments and clear glass orbs illuminated with candles. (via @sofiesfarmor)