Scandinavian Interior Design Books [2024 List]
Are you longing for some cozy offline reading time with Scandinavian interior design books? Or are you looking for the perfect gift for your loved one that is passionate about Scandinavian decor? Then you have come to the right place, take a look below at my newly curated top list for Scandinavian Interior books.
The list is put together after a friend of mine asked for my favorite lifestyle and interior design books that talk about Scandinavia, when she was fixing her place up.
And with that, voila! Design Studio 210’s first curated booklist with one of our favorite styles. Hopefully, you will find a few gems here…
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Updated list for 2024
Scandinavian Interior Design Books VS Online inspiration?
- Nothing beats getting inspiration from a book cuddled up with a cup of tea
- A book gives you that tactile inspiring experience. Turning and feeling pages.
- Gives you a chance to truly enjoy the book calmly while triggering your creative thinking
Below, you will find not only Scandi home decor books focused on style but also books around lifestyle. Like this, you will get a better understanding of what is actually behind the idea of this style. And how to get more meaning with this style.
Scandinavian Interior Style Books
The Interior Design Handbook: Furnish, Decorate, and Style Your Space
Why this book?
Before even getting into any of the more specific tailored Scandinavian home decor books, I really want to recommend this book – The Interior Design Handbook. It is written by Swedish Frida Ramstedt, who runs Swedens most popular interior design blog.
This is one of the “must-have” books at the moment within the home decor field and quickly became many interior Instagrammers and bloggers, including myself, favorite. I truly feel that this is the only book you will need to guide you on “how to decorate or interior design”.
It is written in such an easy vocabulary, which is truly helpful when it comes to explaining the principles and elements of interior design.
Who is this book for?
I see this handbook being perfect for you if you are looking to learn more about interior design and how to implement this in your own home.
I would also recommend it to people within the field, as it acts as a nice “how to describe” a more complex matter like the field of interior design in a much more simplistic way.
I have it in the Swedish version, and I truly love it!
The Scandinavian Home
Why this book?
Niki Brantmak knows how to get you inspired by Scandi home interiors. I am a huge fan of her work and the way she portrays the homes, but she also understands the way Scandi people live.
Light, homely, and with a heart.
Who can this book be for?
If you, or your friend, is into light and homely interiors and curious about the Scandi style this book then this book is for you. Not only will you be able to pick up ideas to your own home through the stunning photos but you will also get a sense of how Scandinavian homes are and why they are like they are.
Scandi Rustic
Why this book?
A book focused on the concept of creating a cozy and happy home – this is just up my alley. And in fact, I will add this to my birthday wish list this year.
“Award-winning bloggers and Instagrammers Reena Simon and Rebecca Lawson are renowned for their love affair with all things Scandi.” With this book, they will guide us on how to create a Scandinavian home with rustic and cozy elements in it.
Northern Delights
Why this book?
One of the most popular Scandinavian interior design books out there by the Swedish interior design blogger Emma Fexeus. In fact she was one of the first bloggers out there writing and showcasing Scandinavian interior design to the world.
After all these years this book has yet not landed on my bookshelf but would love to own a copy one day. The book focuses on promoting local young talent and sustainability efforts as well.
9 Scandinavian Interior Design Book Gift Guide
That I recommend as gifts – Caroline
Scandinavian Dreaming
Why this book?
Dreaming of a way of living in Scandinavia? This book has beautiful images that will help you to paint your Scandinavian interior story.
While the books main focus is Scandinavian interior style – it is not stuck on a specific type of Scandinavian style. But instead, you will find photos around minimalism, bohemian, and even more classic interiors.
Who can this book be for?
Perfect for you or someone who is looking to get a broader inspiration of the Scandinavian design style. All from the traditional approach to the more minimalism approach.
Learn more about the Scandinavian interior design style!
Simple Matters
Why this book?
This book illustrates an inspiration around Scandinavian minimalism and simplicity. A concept I am very much a fan of. Covering more than just the interior spaces but also the philosophy and mindset of Scandinavian living, will help one to feel inspired for a creative home project.
Just up my alley for a Sunday kind of book.
This Is Home
Why this book?
While this book does not focus primlairy on the Scandi style it is the concept of feeling that a house or flat should be a home, that is dear to the Scandinavian mindset.
The Scandinavians love all things about creating a cozy homely interior setting, this since the majority of time is spent indoors during the long winter months. This book will act as a great inspiration source to get that homey feel, you might be after.
Caroline
Use Scandinavian books to style your home with – your bookshelf or cupboard.
It will give you that extra Nordic feel in your style.
Scandinavian Lifestyle Books
The Little Book Of Hygge
Why this book?
Simply think this is a cute little book to look through once in a while and always reminds oneself about mindfulness and happiness.
A great gift to give to someone interested in the Danish lifestyle culture as well.
Caroline
My favourite book is “Lagom“. Perfect way of learning how the Swedes live and understand the impact that this have on the interior design
Lagom: The Swedish Art of Living a Balanced, Happy Life
Why this book?
An inspiring little book about the Swedish concept of “lagom”. Not too little and not too much. This book is filled with simple ideas that truly makes me appreciate the Swedish culture and my upbringing.
Recommending this as a sweet little gift as well to a friend interested in this culture.
Want To Get more Inspired?
See our Scandinavian interior design style guide.
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If you are still looking to get inspired by this style then I have listed up all other Scandinavian interior design blogs that I am loving. Make sure to give them some love as well.
