Minimalistic, visually appealing, and functional – these are among the terms that are often associated with Scandinavian design style especially for dining furniture. While this design style has been a major force in furniture and interiors for decades, it has gained traction in recent years due to the rise of minimalistic lifestyle ideas.

That said, many Malaysians are gradually adopting the Scandinavian design style for their homes, especially the common areas such as the living room, kitchen, and dining room. In this article, we explore the charms of Scandinavian design along with a guide to adding a Scandinavian touch to your dining room.

Scandinavia is comprised of the three Northern European countries – Denmark, Norway, and Sweden (where IKEA was founded). This excludes Finland and Iceland as these two countries are considered the Nordic countries.

Considering the geographical location of the Scandinavian countries, it pretty much explains why their design style focuses on clean, simple lines, and functionality without sacrificing the appeal. With nature at the core of their very well-being, it’s no surprise that this is reflected in their design style.

Additionally, their winters are no joke, so creating a cosy homestead is of utmost importance. Think bright, airy spaces with wooden elements and live plants – simply therapeutic! Also, the clean but the warm design that focuses on sharp contrasts, the whites, naturals, and black tend to evoke a sense of calmness, something that’s much needed in this modern era.

When you incorporate the Scandinavian design style into your home, the muted colours along with an abundance of natural lighting, makes the space appear larger than it really is. As a result, this design style is ideal for small spaces as well as for those who seek to create a casual environment at home.

As certain homes in Malaysia offer limited spaces to decorate the interior, homeowners have to make do with limited choices in their home décor, especially in the dining room. That’s where the Scandinavian touch comes in to play. Here’s how you can create a Scandinavian dining room.

As we mentioned earlier, the Scandinavian design style is centred upon their nature which means the colours rely heavily on neutrals, whites with pops of black and tan. For some people, this style of design may seem to be devoid of colour, but the wooden element and live plants come into play to accent the space.

You can also incorporate bold colours like red, blue, green, or yellow to animate the environment. Think decorative accessories with geometric patterns such as carpets, curtains, paintings, and artworks. This will help to liven up the space.

Much like bringing the outdoors into your home, it’s common to find wood as a predominant material in the Scandinavian design style as it adds warmth to the environment. This element is typically available in the form of furniture such as Ruma’s Agnes Dining Table Oiled Oak or flooring.

Also, when you pair neutral colours such as white with wooden materials, the colour combination works well in small spaces such as your dining room and will stay relevant throughout the test of time.

Adding a Scandinavian touch to your dining room requires plenty of consideration in terms of form and functionality. Hence, the importance of having the right combination of elements to maximise the space to the fullest.

When choosing your dining furniture, make sure that they fit well with each other as well as into your dining space if you want your dining room to appear bright, airy, and functional. Also, when you have an efficient setting, you can cut back on space wastage and put the additional space to good use by adding features like a bench for when your guests come around.

It’s amazing how the Scandinavian style still manages to create a visually appealing design with its simple but functional features. At Ruma, we offer quality Scandinavian dining furniture in Malaysia to suit your desired dining room interior.