Inspiration on Instagram & Pinterest

Instagram and especially Pinterest have established themselves as important platforms for home furnishings in recent years. With numerous influencers and profiles specializing in interior design, you can find plenty of great inspiration and tips on how to beautify your home. The Nordic and Scandinavian interior design styles are particularly popular. We at nordesign are also inspired by them from time to time. In this blog post, we would like to focus on interesting profiles in the interior design sector on Instagram and Pinterest that specialize in this interior design style.

First of all: What is the Nordic and Scandinavian interior design style?
Before we delve into the platforms, we'd like to briefly explain what defines the Nordic and Scandinavian interior design styles. The Nordic interior design style is characterized by clean lines, minimalist design, and bright colors. Scandinavian furniture manufacturers such as IKEA and Muuto have made this style known worldwide in recent years. The focus is on functionality and simple design. Wood and soft fabrics are commonly used materials and create a warm atmosphere.

Scandinavian design classics such as Arne Jacobsen's "Egg Chair" or Poul Henningsen's "PH Artichoke" are among the most famous pieces of furniture. Scandinavian interior design is also characterized by its attention to detail and closeness to nature. Natural materials such as linen, wool, and fur are often used.

There are numerous influencers on Instagram who specialize in Nordic and Scandinavian interior design styles. They demonstrate how to implement this style and create a cozy atmosphere with small details and accessories.

@scandinavian.interior
With over 400,000 followers, Johanna from Hamburg is one of the most well-known influencers of Scandinavian interior design on Instagram. Her apartment alone is truly worth a look. We love the high ceilings and the stucco combined with the beige colors of her furnishings.

@scandinavianhomes
Scandinavianhomes from Stockholm is a collection showcasing beautiful Scandinavian homes from all over the world on Instagram. With well over 1 million followers, you'll find plenty of inspiration for your own home. We particularly like the posts on Scandinavian design classics and the tips for combining different materials. Sustainability and environmental awareness also play a major role at Scandinavian Homes.

There are numerous Pinterest profiles specializing in Nordic and Scandinavian interior design styles. They offer a wide range of ideas and inspiration for decorating or redesigning your home. Below, we present some of these Pinterest profiles.

@Living.Culture
The Pinterest profile "Wohn Kultur" showcases beautiful interior design ideas in the Scandinavian style. From minimalist living rooms to cozy bedrooms, you'll find numerous ideas for designing your home in the Nordic style. The profile also offers tips and tricks for implementing the interior design style and choosing the right furniture and accessories.

@AprilandMay
The Pinterest profile "April and May" is another great source of inspiration for Scandinavian interior design. The profile offers a wide range of ideas for decorating different rooms in your home—from the kitchen to the bathroom. We particularly like the photos of apartments that are actually located in Scandinavia, which give us an authentic insight into Scandinavian living.

In summary, we're incredibly happy about this community and the wealth of inspiration each of us can derive from it. Looking at this great content makes you want to create your own interior design page—or how are you doing?