8 Secrets of Cozy Scandinavian Kitchens

The Scandinavian style is increasingly chosen for kitchen decoration. And it's no wonder: today, Scandinavian kitchens embody a harmonious combination of style, practicality, and coziness. Let's find out what their secret is.

Freedom of Cabinet Configuration

On most Scandinavian kitchens, cabinets and shelves are arranged differently. The furniture configuration depends on the specific features of the room, its functional load, and the lifestyle of the household members.

There are many more possible arrangements for kitchen cabinets than linear or corner placement in two rows. Why not break away from the template and choose the configuration that suits you best?

Reasonable Use of Space

Scandinavian kitchens are functional, practical, but not cluttered. The secret lies in the skillful use of space. Take a look at this cabinet: it occupies the entire wall area from floor to ceiling, and the space is used as efficiently as possible.

At the same time, ergonomic principles are not forgotten: neither the sink nor the stove is placed at the very edges of the cabinet, and there is enough working surface between them.

Even if the cabinet is compactly arranged, Scandinavians don't forget to leave some 'air' in the kitchen design – free space. This helps avoid a feeling of overcrowding and makes the room visually more spacious.

For example, often on one wall, wall cabinets are placed across the entire area, right up to the ceiling, while another is left free.

Neutral Base Colors

Often, neutral tones such as white, gray, black, and beige serve as base colors for decoration. In details and accessories, Scandinavians allow themselves to be more vibrant if they wish.

Thanks to this, it's quite easy and inexpensive to refresh the kitchen when needed, and the base elements like finish, cabinet, and other furniture don't get boring over time.

Elimination of Random Details

There's no place for colorful sponges and towels on a kitchen in the Scandinavian style. Faucets are always chosen to match the cabinet style, and all serving dishes must harmonize with each other.

These rules are easy to remember: when choosing any small item for the kitchen, refer to the style and color palette of your interior.

Compact Solutions

In limited space, Scandinavians know how to find compact solutions that don't affect functionality.

For example, in this small apartment in Stockholm, designers chose a small cabinet with a miniature sink and a two-burner stove, while one and the same element of the décor served as both table and kitchen island.

Design with Grandeur

But when there's even the slightest opportunity to 'spread out', a Scandinavian kitchen becomes the heart of the home.

Just look at this kitchen: it seems like it's located in a private mansion. In fact, this is a photo of a studio apartment in Gothenburg, where the owners decided not to economize on space and create a comfortable and spacious kitchen-dining room for the whole family.

All You Need Is Within Reach

Scandinavian design has 'infected' the whole world with its love for rails, hooks, hangers, wall shelves, and other accessories that allow keeping everything needed at hand on the kitchen.

Focus on Textured Materials

Warm natural textures are another secret to the coziness of Scandinavian-style kitchens. Wood, natural textiles, woven accessories, ceramics – all these details blend together like pieces of a puzzle and make Scandinavian kitchens just the way we love them.