When considering living room design ideas, you’ve got a plethora of options. Traditional, coastal, modern, farmhouse, rustic and any combination in-between, the ideas can seem endless. Our design experts are making your choices a little easier with mood boards highlighting specific design elements for each trend and, even better, specific pieces you may want to include in your own unique design.

One such design trend continuing to gain traction among homeowners is Modern Scandinavian. Modern Scandinavian is based on modern design ideas with furniture featuring sleek, simple lines and accent pieces in blacks and whites. However, the Scandinavian twist adds an element of warmth to the design, lending it staying power among design experts.

What is Modern Scandinavian?

Modern Scandinavian combines clean, sleek lines from modern design ideas with the warm layers and textures of Scandinavian design resulting in a simplistic living space that is cozy and inviting. In a nutshell, Modern Scandinavian is warm functionality, which is why people like it.

Modern Scandinavian design often features muted tones highlighted by black and white accent pieces to create a layered appearance, along with elements from nature such as natural wood furniture or plant decor to soften the space. Modern Scandinavian removes the clutter without removing the warmth.

Modern Scandinavian Layout

Our design experts have compiled a complete living room set inspired by the Modern Scandinavian trend. Pick one or two pieces to get started, or go the whole nine yards, and you’ll be on your way to enjoying the finesse of this movement in your everyday life.

Our Modern Scandinavian layout starts with classic modern Sloan cabinets featuring sleek, clean lines, airy footings, black exteriors and warm wood interiors. They define the space as modern while the contrasting wood tones provide depth. Alongside the cabinets sits the beautiful, white sectional sofa. Functionalism meets relaxation with adjustable sofa pieces to fit your living space, easy-to-clean fabric, and plush comfort.

Accent pillows in warm, earthy tones adorn the sofa to break up the white base and tie in the leather accent chair. Repeating the clean lines first seen in the cabinetry, the Layton accent chair keeps things simple with straightforward design elements and comfortable cushioning.

Our seating options surround a round coffee table that revisits the natural wood tones we first saw in the Sloane cabinetry but this time in a lighter mango wood. By utilizing a mixture of dark and light woods the room stays brighter and gains a layered feel. Again, the coffee table displays clean lines defined by the modern look while maintaining a functional design element.

Underneath the furniture is a silver and onyx rug which helps define the living space and provide warmth to the living area. On top of our tables, minimal accent pieces are strategically placed to give a more cozy, lived-in atmosphere. The donut vases resonate the modern aesthetic with clean lines and hollow interiors, while giving more depth to the room. The fern fulfills the Scandinavian trend’s desire for greenery and nature within a living space. The touch of green also helps offset the clean black and white pieces around it.

Any living space wouldn’t be complete without lighting and wall art. The updated, modern lamp provides soft, warm light for all your reading or writing needs, while the sleek design keeps its footprint small. The framed Mystere art echoes the modern trend with a straight edged, black frame, and the black and white design adds depth to the room.

Want to create your own Modern Scandinavian look?

Modern Scandinavian design is defined by sleek, clean furniture in muted, earthy tones, accompanied by warm, soft texture. Start your unique design by selecting modern furniture with straight edges and simple footings. Furniture in Modern Scandinavian design is covered in solid colors and textures, without elaborate prints or design elements. Accent tables should be simple, and feature some or all natural wood elements. Add Scandinavian warmth to the modern feel by selecting warm lighting, including a plant or two, and minimal artwork on the table tops and walls that create a layered look.

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