If you are a homeowner in Singapore in search of inspiration and ideas for the interior design of your home, you will come across a plethora of design themes, styles, colors, and layouts. You just start to search for interior design ideas and you will be bombarded with so many different styles and content that it can leave you speechless. Although more ideas mean more options for you to create your dream home, all this information can become a bit too overwhelming for you. It is difficult to make a choice when you have so many different options to choose from.
One way to fix this problem is to hire a professional interior designer who will help you in designing your home according to your requirements and preferences. With their massive experience in interior design, they are able to guide clients so that all their requirements are met in the best possible way.
One interior design theme that has taken the world by storm in the last few years is Scandinavian Interior Design. It features simplicity, functionality, and a connection with the outdoors in such a beautiful way that it is bound to let anyone be awestricken. Here, we will discuss some of the ways that Scandinavian interior design was made even more stunning through clever tips and tricks in homes designed by Swiss Interior.
Modern Scandinavian Design at BLK 128 Geylang East Ave 1
This stunning HDB designed by Swiss Interior is a beautiful combination of modern style and Scandinavian theme. This home features all the basic elements of a Scandinavian design with clean lines, use of natural elements, and lots of functionality. The overall color theme of the entire house is that of a natural tone with some muted accents at some points whereas, at other points, the natural green leafy plants add the perfect touch of nature and color to the design. The modern TV console with recessed lighting and spotlights on the shelves adds the perfect touch of modernism to this simple design.
5-room HDB Resale Scandinavian Design by Swiss Interior
Notice how the windows are kept large and without heavy drapes which allow lots of natural light to flow in the room. Natural light is a significant feature of Scandinavian design which is used to the maximum in this house. The walls are kept simple and white with very few wall hangings so as not to become too overwhelming. The upholstery and rugs are also of muted tones so as to continue with the simple and elegant theme of this design.
Elegant Scandinavian Design at BLK 167C Simei Lane
Scandinavian design usually features neutral tones which are given an uplifted outlook by using lots of natural or artificial lighting. However, for some people, this may seem a bit too monotonous. But this reservation should not let you choose some other design theme over Scandinavian. You can still choose a Scandinavian theme for your home and add a few highlights that will bring some color to the design.
This is exactly what has been done in this design portfolio by Swiss Interior. The generic theme is that of Scandinavian but a pop of color in the form of two magenta chairs immediately increases the visual appeal of the room several notches. Notice how everything else is kept neutral with just this pop of color uplifting the room’s appearance. Glass doors and a glass table further create an elegant look in a modern yet classy abode.
Scandinavian Industrial Design at BLK 426A Yishun Ave 11
Choosing a Scandinavian design does not necessarily mean that you have to stick with the same light muted tones of color and follow each rule of Scandinavian design to the book. You can tweak the design according to your own preferences. One way you can achieve a unique Scandinavian design is to merge it with an industrial design. This interior design as featured in a Swiss Interior portfolio will allow you to combine the rawness of industrial design with the sophistication of Scandinavian design.
The following home boasts all the definitive features of an industrial design in the form of black metal pipes and light fixtures. Usually, industrial design features raw, red brick walls and designs which have beautifully been incorporated in this home as white and gray brick designs on a darker gray wall which makes it become part of the Scandinavian design. Instead of raw cement floors for the industrial design, the floors are kept shiny and glossy in line with the Scandinavian design.
BLK 426A YISHUN AVE 11 – 4-ROOM HDB BTO
The bedroom also features clean lines in the form of lined wall patterns and windows with horizontal blinds. The color theme is kept muted and neutral in shades of gray which shows a combination of Scandinavian and Industrial design.