Decorating a New-Build Home in a Scandinavian and colorful Style with tips from Roos
Take a look inside a living room where natural materials, soft tones, and vibrant color come together. With a designer sofa as a calm and timeless foundation, Roos lets color take center stage.
Calm and color
A new-build home gives you the opportunity to create a space that truly reflects your style. For Roos, that was both exciting and challenging. She wanted the living room to feel calm and inviting, while adding touches of color to bring warmth and personality. Soft beige tones provide a neutral base, complemented by accents of blue, red, and green. The result is a colorful interior that still feels balanced and serene. Natural materials, rich fabrics, and layered textures add depth and visual interest throughout the space.
"Don't let trends influence you too much. Focus on what you love, because in the end, your home should be a place where you truly feel at home."
Attention to Detail
It is the small details that give the living room its character. In the cabinet behind the sofa, Roos keeps a collection of items that remind her of family, friends, and travels. They may be small things, but they are what make the house feel personal. She also has a love for accessories. Candle holders, vases, and decorative objects help create a different atmosphere time and again. Plants are another essential element. They bring a fresh touch to the space and complete the overall look.
"I have a soft spot for accessoriee like candle holders, vases, and decorative objects. The nice thing is that you can easily switch them around whenever you feel like a change."
The Sofa as a Foundation
Sofa Moa had been on Roos’s wishlist for quite some time. When she chose blue dining chairs, she knew the seating area needed to bring a sense of calm to the space. That is why she went for Soft Silk, a soft, warm fabric that creates a peaceful foundation while leaving room for colorful accessories and cushions. The size fits the space perfectly without dominating the room. Thanks to its stain-resistant treatment, the sofa is practical for everyday use as well.
"The sofa brings a sense of calm, while its size fits the space perfectly."
Tips from Roos
Furnishing a new-build home means making choices before you have even spent time in the space. That can be challenging, but it also gives you a lot of freedom. Place materials, fabrics, and colors next to each other before making a decision. That way, you can immediately see whether everything works well together. Follow your own taste, not the latest trend. Trends can be a source of inspiration, but an interior that does not suit you can quickly lose its appeal. One more tip? Don’t forget about the ceiling. Looking back, Roos would have liked to paint the ceiling the same color as the walls. It creates a softer, more cohesive look and brings a greater sense of calm to the space.
"A comfortable lounge sofa is an absolute must. A place where you can sink into and relax after a long day."
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