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Get the Scandi look

Known and loved for its timeless, clean design aesthetic — Scandi style is as cool and chic as the Nordic countries it draws its influence from. See how you can get the look for yourself at home. Colour featured: Ōkārito.

Less is more

Embracing minimalism, Scandi style is all about clean lines, neutral palettes and careful, considered design choices.

This thoughtful design aesthetic embraces farewelling clutter in place of function, beauty and liveliness.

The best place to start if you want to achieve this look is to declutter — then declutter again! Strip it right back to the very basics by removing anything that doesn’t serve a specific purpose.

Focus on your key furniture pieces and be mindful about their placement to create a space that celebrates form as well as function.

Blue grey wall and blue couch with cushions, timber floor, timber coffee table.

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Waikanae

Waikanae is a soft grey with a blue undertone. It works well on a weatherboard exterior or an interior where you want a cool and elegant grey. Pair it with a crisp white such as Ōkārito or blue-grey Caroline Bay.

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Waikanae is a soft grey with a blue undertone. It works well on a weatherboard exterior or an interior where you want a cool and elegant grey. Pair it with a crisp white such as Ōkārito or blue-grey Caroline Bay.
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Light it up

Beaming natural light is a key feature of Scandi homes. Welcome the outdoors in with large windows and glass doorways.

Enhance the brightness by looking to cool white hues and soft greys on the walls.

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Mason Bay Quarter

Mason Bay Quarter is soft antique white that can be used for main walls and trims both inside and out. Its warm and inviting tone can easily transform any space. Pair it with Southern Alps, Mason Bay and Mangaweka.

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Mason Bay Quarter is soft antique white that can be used for main walls and trims both inside and out. Its warm and inviting tone can easily transform any space. Pair it with Southern Alps, Mason Bay and Mangaweka.
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Soft tones

A gentle, muted colour scheme sets the scene for bold highlights with careful placement.

Alongside the typical spectrum of whites and greys, introduce soft olive tones, sage and taupe to bring warmth to the neutral palette while referencing the outside world.

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Manorburn Double

Manorburn Double is a popular light neutral grey. Perfect for both interiors or exteriors, it pairs well with Ōkārito and Manorburn Half and deep greys such as Boulder Beach and Franz Josef Quarter. Manorburn Double is one of our most popular greys.

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Manorburn Double is a popular light neutral grey. Perfect for both interiors or exteriors, it pairs well with Ōkārito and Manorburn Half and deep greys such as Boulder Beach and Franz Josef Quarter. Manorburn Double is one of our most popular greys.
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Careful contrast

With a light, neutral canvas to play with, high contrasts add depth and definition to the Scandi look.

Allow decorative elements like dark sculptural architecture elements and light fittings to shine against the neutral backdrop. This will help to create a dramatic, designer scene.

Kitchen with small peach table, wooden cabinetry and stone benchtops. Low hanging light above bench.

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Roys Peak

Roys Peak is a welcoming greige with a warm, slightly mauve undertone. Soft and subtle, it is perfect for any space inside the home and looks great when paired with a crisp white such as Ōkārito or Southern Alps on the trim. For exteriors, Roys Peak can be used for walls or trims when using darker greiges and greys. This tranquil colour also schemes beautifully with dark colours such as Rāwene and Glenbrook as well as warm mid-based greiges such as Northlake.

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Roys Peak is a welcoming greige with a warm, slightly mauve undertone. Soft and subtle, it is perfect for any space inside the home and looks great when paired with a crisp white such as Ōkārito or Southern Alps on the trim. For exteriors, Roys Peak can be used for walls or trims when using darker greiges and greys. This tranquil colour also schemes beautifully with dark colours such as Rāwene and Glenbrook as well as warm mid-based greiges such as Northlake.
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Natural elements

Warm wood and sepia-hued additions add a textural element to cosy up your space.

Danish-style timber dining tables, chairs and sideboards take centre stage, alongside olive branches, indoor plants and soft greenery.

Scandi living room, white, soft furnishings, leather chair and footstool stool.

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Southern Alps

The popular soft ultra-pure white of Southern Alps is the ultimate choice for interiors and exteriors. It is ideal for walls, ceilings, trims and features such as fretwork and window frames. The freshness of Southern Alps will brighten any space and give it a luxe modern vibe.

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The popular soft ultra-pure white of Southern Alps is the ultimate choice for interiors and exteriors. It is ideal for walls, ceilings, trims and features such as fretwork and window frames. The freshness of Southern Alps will brighten any space and give it a luxe modern vibe.
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