The combination of retro and Scandinavian styles is an uncanny one. The idea of this combo might be very alarming, but its execution can look extremely stunning if done right. Both of these styles retain a very individualistic appeal, so combining them may be a challenging task. So today, we’re featuring 5 retro-scandi interior designs for you to get inspiration from.
1. The Great Combination Between Colors
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Since both the retro and Scandinavian styles have very different aesthetics, their color schemes vary as well. While the retro part of the theme is all bold colors and pop-art style artwork, the Scandinavian part embraces the calmness of clean design and a neutral color palate. Combining both in a single space can be quite a challenging task. However, this image features a retro-scandi interior design that has managed to capture both color concepts within a single space in an artful way.
2. Accessorizing vs. backdrop
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Another good way to emulate the retro-scandi theme in your interior designs is by creating a balanced background and accessorizing formation. If your accessories and furnishings emulate one part of the concept, then the backdrop has to be the other one. As you can see in this image, the designers have artfully harmonized the retro furnishings with the Scandinavian backdrop.
3. Light vs. accents
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Natural light is an important feature of the Scandinavian style. It is welcoming and enhances the visual quality of the space. On the other hand, bright jewel tones are a characteristic element of retro style interiors. Here, the designers have masterfully created a harmonized setting between these two aspects in a single living room setting.
4. Edgy vs. old school
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The initial impact of the retro style is always pretty old-school. On the other hand, the impact of the Scandinavian style is always very modern contemporary. It can be quite hard to merge the two aesthetics within a single space. However, the designers have done a wonderful job of merging the two style visually in this bedroom design.
5. Duality of the kitchen
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The kitchen is a very efficient space, and more often than not, aesthetics are always relegated to the lowest priority for its design. But this particular kitchen features the best of both concepts with its mosaic inspired backsplash and modern white laminates with wooden trimming.
