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The Scandinavian Home: Explore the beauty of Scandinavian style in the city and country
The Scandinavian Home Explore the beauty of Scandinavian style in the city and country Author:Niki Brantmark Discover classic and contemporary Scandinavian style with specially commissioned photography of homes in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. — Scandinavia is famous for its distinctive style: homes are pared-back and simple, and form and function are combined to create aesthetically pleasing and practical interiors. Scandinavians are inspired b... more »y light, having an abundance of it in summer but so little of it in winter, and house designs tend to maximize the amount of natural light that enters the home, and allow the inhabitants to make the most of outdoor life during the summer. Similarly, nature and the weather are major influences: homes are made warm and cozy for the freezing winter months?not just literally with log burners, but also through incorporating wood and natural materials. The Scandinavian Home showcases a wide range of these beautiful homes. The first chapter, City Living, features sharp, modern apartments and smart townhouses. By contrast, Country Retreats reveals Scandinavian boltholes, from a mountain cabin to a coastal summerhouse, as well as country homes.« less