How to Diversify a White Interior: Example from Sweden

Many people are afraid of light monochromatic interiors: it seems that the absence of color creates a feeling of emptiness. However, in this apartment from Gothenburg, designers consider white not as a static lack of color but as a starting point for layering materials, shades, and decor.

White walls, ceiling, kitchen, and furniture — designers dared to bleach the space almost entirely. But they did so skillfully and professionally. They focused primarily on different shades of white: from ivory and bone color to mint and smoky. For the floor, they chose a warm tone; walls and ceiling — cold tones.

To warm up the cold interior, they chose natural warm-toned wooden furniture. They also added color: all variations of green successfully contrast with the white background. In this project, in addition to plants, designers used decor: they added posters and vases in olive tones.

Without texture, white walls and ceiling may look flat and evoke a sense of emptiness. Designers introduced texture and added architectural elements. Molding with relief appeared around the ceiling, and texture was added using wooden and woven elements.

Combining textures is an excellent hack for monochromatic interiors. Wood, ceramic, glass, or tiles can also be white, but thanks to the interaction of textures, an interesting effect can be achieved.

If fully white Scandinavian interiors are not for you, adding color through accessories is a simple and economical way. This doesn't mean you have to use bright or loud shades. For example, in this interior, they added black and gray tones with speakers.