This issue, North Home founder Kamil Wangin gives us some interior inspiration with the latest Scandinavian design trends that can help transform your home into a haven of coolness and calm.

NORDIC SUMMER: CALM MEETS COLOUR

This summer, Scandinavian design is loosening its collar. Still rooted in simplicity and natural textures, the look now leans into something a little more playful—think calm, earthy foundations with joyful flashes of 70s pop tones like orange and mocha. It’s a season of balance: grounding and expressive, retro and refined.

TEXTURE TELLS THE STORY

In place of gloss and perfection, there’s a love for the tactile. Textured fabrics are front and centre—from the soft weave of Olsson & Jensen’s white Elba cushions to lamp bases and shades that feel like they’ve been sculpted by hand. These pieces bring subtle depth, catching light differently throughout the day and making a room feel gently layered.

A COLOUR MOOD FOR MIDSUMMER

While soft neutrals and off-whites still play a central role, they’re now joined by moodier shades—Pantone’s Colour of the Year, Mocha, sits beautifully beside warm terracotta, rusty browns, and 70s-style sunset tones. HKLiving’s playful 70s ceramics collection captures the look perfectly, with chunky shapes and colour-drenched glazes that never feel too serious.

SLOW TABLE MOMENTS

Tableware takes on the same textural calm with the Eden stoneware collection by Olsson & Jensen—every piece is handcrafted in deep, mossy green with soft curves and a natural matte finish. It’s tableware that looks just as good on open shelving as it does under candlelight at dinner.

SCENT THE SCENE

No Scandi summer moment is complete without scent. Handmade in Iceland, Fischersund fragrances are rooted in wild nature—think smoked wood, herbs, and moss after rain. A single bottle feels like a breath of fresh air in the home, anchoring the season’s calm energy. This is a summer scent that doesn’t shout for attention—it simply feels good to live with.

To see the stunning range of Nordic-inspired designs for your home visit northhome.uk or visit their showroom at 42-44 County Arcade, Leeds, LS1 6BH