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Bathrooms among northern peoples have a special aesthetics. It may be due to the harsh climate, but the Nordic sauna culture perfected the art of warm and welcoming spaces. This will be the bathroom you want to stay in, where you can relax after a long and stressful day. Find out which furniture is best to choose. How can you decorate it beautifully? And what colors will harmoniously combine with the overall style?
Differences between Scandi-style bathrooms and oriental styles
The basic principles of Scandinavian interior design are:
- simplicity;
- minimalism;
- functionality.
Simplicity and conciseness of the Scandinavian style
Along with white and pastel tones, as well as contrasting black in some cases, this is what describes Scandi-style bathrooms. They create calm, energetic, airy and light sensations - these are the hallmarks of every bathroom in Scandinavia.
The Scandinavian bathroom is a mirror of a calm, refreshing and modern interior, it looks completely clean, neat and cozy. If you are a fan of a relaxing yet bold and expressive environment, then you should consider choosing a Scandinavian theme as the main theme for your bathroom. It follows a minimalist design complemented by bold decorative elements, and the ergonomics have an elegant and distinctive appearance.
Light, calm, energetic
Of course, the words “minimalist”, “understated”, “neutral” and “soothing” are also suitable for oriental style baths and the two styles complement each other. But the more you use earthy colors at the expense of neutrals, the more you're moving east toward a spa-inspired look. While oriental bathrooms have subdued lighting, a Scandinavian bathroom tries to include as much light as possible and make the most of all sources of natural light.
A distinctive feature of oriental bathrooms is the use of bamboo materials; even the external decoration of Japanese baths is often done in a recessed style. Architecturally, Japanese bathrooms are not as open as their Scandi counterparts, divided into separate bathing, shower and dressing areas.
Needs large light sources
Interesting design ideas
In the bathroom, Scandinavian style looks aesthetically pleasing, and every item is practical. Even in a small room you can organize a spacious bathroom thanks to the versatility of the style solution.
Strict shelves and storage racks will complement the northern style
Natural wood elements go well with white finishes
Pale blue walls and wood flooring will successfully complement white tiles and plumbing fixtures
The color scheme is used to relax and create comfort. Ideally, you don’t have to turn to designers and try to furnish the bathroom yourself.
Colors and furniture
Scandinavian style sees beauty in simple things and is reminiscent of northern nature - quite serious, but breathtaking. Stick to traditional Scandi colors:
- black;
- Ivory;
- grey;
- cream;
- beige;
- white.
It's better to stick to one color scheme
Mix them in proportions that you like. Surfaces such as stone and wood are also great for achieving a tranquil home spa look. You can give your Scandinavian bathroom any touches you like:
- minimalistic;
- country;
- retro;
- art deco, etc.
Don't be afraid to experiment - you will get a beautiful design in this style
The color rule also extends to towels, with a tasteful, spa-style folded white towel on open shelving representing the style perfectly.
You can include natural stone features, but keep the shelves light wood or white, and add a natural fiber bath mat.
Metallic touches in copper or rose gold tones will add warmth, but should act as an accent rather than dominate a warm and neutral style scheme. The same goes for wrought iron—subtle touches in the form of bath or pool stands add subtle charm without overriding the essence of neutral elegance.
Metal elements are welcome
If you've settled on that clean, mostly white look for your bathroom and are concerned that it looks too sterile, you can liven things up with green houseplants if you don't have any other accents. Plants have natural calming properties and will also be one of the most inexpensive yet effective accents.
What plants work well in the bathroom:
- Lily – Keep away from window sills or direct sunlight, but do not leave the plant in a shady corner without light.
- Aloe Vera – Any location is suitable for this hardy plant! The beautiful thing about aloe is that as succulents, you can fill your pot with pebbles scattered above the surface of the soil and turn them into a fully functional accent.
- Anthurium - As long as your plant receives average light and you keep the soil moist, it will have a beautiful blooming appearance with very vibrant pink or red flowers.
- Begonias are year-round flowers that grow in humid, tropical conditions and can tolerate indirect sunlight well.
Plants actually have calming properties
Tip Keep your bathroom functional with clean lines and don't overload it with empty decor. For example, a waste basket made to resemble ivory can combine a piece of furniture and decor.
Metallic, copper, hammered and rose gold accents are perfectly at home in an ascetic Scandi look, but should be used sparingly.
Minimum decorations, minimum decor
There should be very little decoration here, as practical Scandinavians always like every item to be useful. Stone and earth accents, holders or fittings work well with the Scandi aesthetic, as long as they don't overwhelm the overall neutral Nordic balance.
Tips for creating a stylish Scandinavian bathroom:
- Use pendant and mood lighting, candles and mini chandeliers in addition to any natural light. Remove fluorescent lights.
- If your budget allows, add succulent flowers such as hydrangeas or orchids rather than regular plants. Orchids with their beautiful cascading leaves will do well here.
- Simulate a home spa by adding elements like towels, rugs, light wood or veneer—or even a fully textured wall with a mirror. Keep the rest of the walls simple and smooth.
- If you are going for a modern Scandi style, you can add a warm industrial style in the form of a brick wall. Reds and grays create an enticing focal point, which is why there should only be one. Be sure to seal the bricks and provide adequate ventilation. Don't use too much cement to avoid veering away from Scandinavian to industrial design.
- Add a miniature waterfall if your budget allows, choose neutral or light colors for it.
- A sunken bathtub is also quite appropriate here, if the budget allows, again.
- Use a monochrome scheme. A black bath with gray walls will work beautifully, but be careful with the space to keep it not too modern, but towards atmosphere and lightness.
Lamps according to the style concept
The combination of comfort and functionality with delicate colors allows you to intelligently organize even a small bathroom. Such an interior will promote relaxation, which is expected from such interiors.
Selection of plumbing
When choosing plumbing fixtures, preference is given to modern options without unnecessary decorative elements. In the design of the room you can use hanging, corner and built-in structures. Installation with tiles in light colors is acceptable.
The bathtub should be a classic oval shape and white. If space allows, place it on a wooden pedestal.
Showers are often installed in the bathroom: this allows you to save space and fit into the interior of the room.
Shower cabin in the bathroom.
One of the design solutions is a sink located on a wooden stand.
Small bathroom
Choose the best combination of white, delicate beige, gray and brown, as well as a blue and green palette for your small bath. Do not lack wood - preferably in bright shades that have a cozy and warm feel.
Lots of light and lots of colors - your bathroom will come to life
Exotic woods will look best, although other types can be used as long as they are well protected from moisture and are not exposed to direct water or condensation. On the other hand, water is not a harmful factor for exotic types of wood such as teak.
Another idea for organizing a small bathroom in a Scandinavian style is to use ceramic tiles that imitate wood . The result is ideal because it combines the advantages of tiles - the extreme practicality of this finishing material - with the beauty and warmth of wood.
Wood-effect tiles - an alternative solution
What materials to use
Wooden materials are best suited for finishing walls and floors. The wood is coated with a special protective compound to preserve the coating at high humidity.
Wooden surfaces are treated with colorless varnish or light paint to match the rest of the room.
In a Scandinavian interior, you can combine different textures: wooden elements, floor or wall ceramic tiles, and plastic panels.
Wooden materials.
Mosaic stylized as wood is suitable for wall decoration. Separate zones are laid out for her (for example, the space above the sink or the wall near the bathroom).
Finishing
This bathroom style is all about keeping things minimalist. The room is full of clean lines and simple shapes. You'll also notice that there's a decent sense of space with plenty of room for air flow, including a floating or slender-legged dressing table. This makes the room feel quite light, as opposed to heavy floor-to-ceiling furniture.
A Scandi style room always contains a bright white background with warm woods and the bathroom is no different. So think about where you can insert sanded wood, complementing it with white stone to create a nice sense of balance.
Everything in minimalist style
