Lagom - the Art of Simplicity
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Swedish Lagom, a subtle decorating style is all about the simplicity and the balance. The concept doesn’t refer only and strictly to interior design since it affects every aspect of one’s life. Lagom focuses on moderation and creating the perfect stability - the word itself means not too little, not too much, just the right amount. Prepare to pare back your home and start living sustainable and simple. Here are some ideas for how to decorate your interior the right way to achieve the simplicity in your home as well as in your life.
De-cluttering
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First things first, minimize the amount of furniture and other possessions. If you want Lagom in your home and your life you have to get rid of all the excessive belongings. Cluttered spaces are more likely to bring negativity into your home, and create a feeling of a small, cramped space, especially if your apartment is not that big. Just think about how many items you own that are just collecting dust on shelves. If you are not using it – you don’t need it, it’s as simple as that. Throw away everything you are not using and avoid getting emotional over un-necessities. Opt for rubbish removal services to save time when it comes to all the rubbish you want to toss out. After you’ve minimized the amount of the things you own, start thinking practical. Rearrange furniture in a functional way that creates a good flow and don’t block windows! Natural light is very important so make sure nothing is blocking it. Also, pulling furniture away from the walls will create a better sense of balance and try not to divide the space with it. Keep it clean and minimal.
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Lagom doesn’t mean that your home should completely devoid decorative accents. Natural greenery is a must! Surround your home with various leafy plants, add sculptural ceramics and delicate glassware as decoration to achieve harmony in simplicity and avoid leaving bare space. When choosing décor for your home, opt for items that you truly love, get rid of unnecessariness to encourage yourself to live a simple and modest life. When it comes to choosing textile, pick natural ones such as linen, wool, and wood that will add warmth. Bring more natural light inside, get rid of the curtains or purchase almost see-through ones.
Calming colors
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Opt for a neutral color palette and simple color schemes. Use just a few key colors for your home to make it harmonious. Avoid using too much white since it can give your home a cold, sterile, clinical look. Instead, combine shades of neutrals (for example soft gray and warm taupe) to create an elegant look and comfortable atmosphere. Create a cozy and homey atmosphere with adding fluffy rugs in rose shades, or use earth tones instead. The color of your home will impact your mood and your everyday life that is why you should surround yourself with soothing colored belongings to create a beautifully balanced home.
Vintage meets modern
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You can combine vintage with modern furniture as long as you don’t overcrowd the space. Mixing something old with something new can bring this Swedish decorating style into your home and at the same time make it personalized. Think about modern, white dining table for four, for example, and try to visualize the combination of chairs - two of them being modern white as well and two wooden vintage, worn-out chairs. That way you will avoid completely modernizing your dining area, make it more personal and give it warmth with natural materials. Decorate your walls with flea market finds. Purchase large format colorful paintings or prints (or combine both) to put up on neutral colored blank walls, that way your walls will stand out and put an accent on the artworks.
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It is important to feel good in your home. It doesn’t matter if you have a mix of differently styled items as long as you find them charming and beautiful. A house becomes a home only when you add things that portray the character and what you love. Building character of your home is connected to self-development since discovering and choosing suitable items for your interior are a form of introspection. Every item you want to own shows a side of your personality. Take your time when introducing Lagom in your home since it is more than just an interior style, it represents the art of simplicity in every aspect of your life.
Finally, following these tips and tricks will make your home a moderate balanced place that depicts your personality and the Lagom lifestyle. Remember; don’t overcrowd rooms and use only what you truly love to decorate your place. As soon as you fill your home with just the right amount of everything, you will feel the simplicity and your life is going to change for the better!
