Danish Modern, Scandinavian design, Scandi Style, Midcentury modern: If you have dug a little into Scandinavian style and its story, you will likely have seen these and similar concepts mentioned. Do they all mean the same, or, what’s the deal? Let me give a little bit of background. It’s a fascinating story that started almost …
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Have you ever been to Stockholm in winter? One of the most beautiful European cities, Stockholm – the capital of Sweden, is home to an array of breathtaking views and fascinating historic sites (The first time the name Stockholm appears on record is the year 1252). Just over a million people live in this historical …
Happy home, happy life: Our home environment is a pillar for the good life. Our homes are reflective of ourselves and our overall satisfaction with life. If we’re content with our lives, we’re more likely to put effort into making our homes cozy and welcoming. And vice versa: the happier we are in our homes, …
The Swedish phrase “lagom är bäst”, means “the right amount is best”. It is a Swedish idea of “Not too much and not too little.” Lagom is about finding balances in everyday life – not too little, not too much. This philosophy can be applied to everything from your work-life balance to your interior design. …
If you’re just a little bit into the Scandinavian lifestyle, then you’ve probably heard of hygge (pronounced hoo-ga). Originating in Denmark, hygge is a concept that can best be described as “coziness.” It’s about taking pleasure in simple things and savoring life’s little moments. And it just might be a secret to happiness. Hygge is …
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10 Scandinavian words you should know about Scandinavia is a region rich in culture and history. Nordic countries are known for the beautiful landscapes, friendly people, beautiful design, and unique customs. Another thing that makes Scandinavia special is the language. The Swedish, Danish, and Norwegian languages have a wide range of words for emotions and …
Your Fika moment I want to introduce you to yet another Scandinavian concept: FIKA. This is a good one to know, so please read along Fika is Swedish and is pronounced “Fee-kah”. A Fika is “a coffee and cake break” and much more than that. Like “Hygge,” it represents an idea, a state of mind. …
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Simple Nordic living summer tips What does Simple Nordic Living mean? Well, these days – early July – It’s all about early dawns, long light summer nights, apple- and quince trees blossom in my garden. Everything is still so fresh and sparkling light green outside. When you live in a region of the world where …
Swedish Midsummer is celebrated around the summer solstice, when the Nordic night is the very shortest. Midsummer’s eve in 2022 is Friday, June 24th
May 17 is Norway’s national day. A day that typically provides a total state of emergency throughout Norway. Kids in Norway learn to pronounce May 17 almost before they can walk. Norway’s National Day is nothing short of a huge event, packed with traditions. If you have never visited Norway on May 17, you have …
