Thanks in part to the mass-produced genius of Ikea, Scandinavian design has spread its influence around the globe. But a new book Scandinavia Dreaming from Gestalten brings lovers of this ubiquitous ...

Few design and decor trends capture the imagination quite like Japandi interior design. This unique style is a blend of Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics, merging the minimalistic elegance of the ...

Who gave the world Scandinavian design? Arne Jacobsen, Eero Arnio, Alvar Aalto, or Ingvar Kamprad? Okay, sure. But another larger force played a major role in establishing Scandinavian design as well: ...

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Kivik. Hemnes. Ektorp. Even if you aren't sure what these funny-sounding words mean, they're probably familiar to you. That's because they're the names of sofas and bookshelves from Ikea. But did you ...

The beauty of Scandinavian houses is in the simplicity of their designs. The simplicity, of course, can take an unlimited number of forms so today we're checking out a few cool structures that do this ...

The nexus between hot Hermosa Beach and cool Scandinavia may not be immediately apparent to most, but for architect and interior designer Farnaz Reneker the link is a natural one. “Our lifestyles are ...

Scandinavian design focuses on the lifestyle choices of those living in the lovely regions of Northern Europe. In Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden, furniture must be thrifty in cost, comfortable, ...

Scandinavians are famous for their cheerful yet practical designs. But most furniture fans tend to stop at mid-century modern, which is now ubiquitous thanks to big box stores like West Elm and CB2.

Chair with Ribs, center, by Helge Olsen, along with other woodwork and tapestries by the UC Davis professor's wife, Birgitta Olsen, respectively, are on view at the Design Musuem on the UC Davis ...

The charm of Nordic design has traveled outside of Scandinavia, generating interest in individuals worldwide. The mix of natural elements, minimalist decor, and functionality resonates with those ...