7 ways to apply the Swedish principle in your home
The word lagom in a free translation would mean "just as much as needed/enough"
We can look up to the Scandinavians in many ways, and one of them is home decoration. It's not without reason that their interior pictures are among the most popular on Instagram and home improvement sites. However, one principle stands out in particular - lagom.
The word lagom in a free translation would mean "just as much as needed/enough". It is a philosophy that emphasizes balance in all spheres of life and is rooted in the belief that moderation is the key to happiness. When it comes to interior design, lagom has become increasingly popular in recent times and is considered by many to be key to the popularity of the Scandinavian home look. And below, find out 7 ways how you can apply this principle.
Clean up the mess
Clutter and mess are the complete opposite of what this principle teaches us, so we need to get rid of the excess first. This does not mean that you should sell everything, but rather determine what is useful to you and what is just taking up space. Go from room to room and check what has a purpose and brings you practical benefit or joy in life, and remove the excess.
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Start from a neutral base
To balance the color palette, start with a more neutral base, then add other shades later. White walls and neutral-colored furniture are good to start with, and later you can get colorful cushion covers and hang pretty pictures on the walls. It brings a calmer atmosphere, but also provides the possibility to change the color palette later without having to redo the entire room.
Choose things for the home carefully
In order not to end up in a situation where you have surpluses in your home, everything you buy should be carefully planned and dedicated. You don't go shopping for home accessories when you're bored or sad, but when you know exactly what you need. It's okay to find something you want and then wait for it to go on sale.
Paint one wall differently
If you don't like the monotony of the colors on the walls, you can paint one of them in a different color to have a special effect on the space. You can do that with special wallpaper just for that part, or with other decorative elements. You know you've achieved the desired effect if that wall feels personalized, but not overly so.
Use the walls as storage space
We all have problems with storage space, so we should use all the potential of the space. One way is to use the walls with shelves, cabinets or other details that can be hung on them. There is also the option of high shelves, from floor to ceiling, which can serve as a place to store things, and at the same time a detail that separates two parts of a room.
Use second-hand items too
It doesn't have to be all about buying new things, there are also old ones that need a new coat of paint or varnish to make them shine and be useful again. Second-hand items can save money and reduce the impact on the environment, while still contributing to a better appearance of the space.
Put what you love in a visible place
The space you live in should, first of all, please you, and therefore you should not hide what you like in it, but emphasize it. Whether it's books, plants, or cherished family photos, it should be somewhere you can see it to appreciate your connection to that detail.
Post by: Rinna James
