How Scandinavian Modern Design Took the World by Storm Why is Scandinavian design so popular? With a focus on great craftsmanship, natural materials, and clean lines, the philosophy behind the style remains relevant today Discover the captivating story behind the popularity of Scandinavian design! From Danish Modern to Scandi Style, or, Scandinavian design vs mid […]
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The Scandinavian Christmas tradition that somehow touches me the most every year is ‘Santa Lucia,’ or ‘Saint Lucy’s day,’ which is today, December 13. Photo: Cecilia Larsson Lantz/ Imagebank.sweden.se On this day you will find processions in schools, churches, nursing homes, etc. of girls (boys as well), dressed in long gowns, walking with candles in
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Originating in Denmark, hygge is a captivating concept that can be best described as “coziness.” It’s all about finding joy in life’s simplest pleasures and cherishing the little, magical moments that make it beautiful. And guess what? It just might hold the key to unlocking happines
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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. Scandinavian words, i.e. the Swedish, Danish, and Norwegian languages have a wide range of words for positive emotions and uplifting everyday experiences.
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In the serene land of Sweden, amidst the picturesque landscapes and charming cities, there exists a tradition so ingrained in the fabric of society that it has become a way of life – Fika. The word itself may sound simple, pronounced as “Fee-kah,” but its essence transcends mere coffee and cake; it embodies a philosophy,
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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
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Six ideas for a summer-day of hygge As you know, ‘Hygge’ is the Scandinavian lifestyle concept describing a mood of coziness and togetherness (see more posts about hygge right here) You might think hygge is a fall- or winter thing, but let me introduce you to summertime hygge. And I’ll offer you some of my
The Scandinavia design philosophy The environment we are surrounded by greatly impacts our state of mind. A cluttered interior can make us feel stressed out and restless, whereas a harmonious and beautifully decorated space can help us feel relaxed, clear-minded, and even happy. But a great design has to do more than look good. This
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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
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The Norlii box, June 2022. Check what’s in the June box 🤩🤩
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