When it comes to trending interior design styles for 2025, the focus is all about comfort. We're ditching the uncomfortable furniture and hard surfaces and embracing functionality and coziness. First emerging after World War II, Scandinavian style focuses on the simplicity of minimalism, the clean lines of modern décor and combines them with natural elements and neutral tones. If you are interested in incorporating Scandinavian style into your home, you’ve come to the right place! Picture Frames are a simple yet impactful way to incorporate this cozy and bright décor style into any home.

Key Characteristics of Scandinavian Home Decor

There are four key characteristics when it comes to Scandinavian home decor. The design movement originated from the desire for interiors to be both cozy and bright to combat the Nordic region’s cold, short winter days. Scandinavian home décor will feature the following:

• Neutral Color Palette – Whites, soft grays, beiges, and earth tones.
• Natural Materials – Wood, linen, and soft textures.
• Minimalist Aesthetic – Clean lines, uncluttered spaces, and purposeful design.
• Light & Airy Feel – Maximizing natural light and open space.

The best place to start for your transition into this beautiful style is with Picture Frames!

Best Frame Styles for a Scandinavian Home

When it comes to choosing the best styles for a Scandinavian designed home, you are going to want to focus frames with clean lines and no embellishments. Traditionally, frames that are less than 1 inch wide are considered minimalist. They take up a small amount of the wall and don't distract from the art they're around. However, as with any decor, your home is for you, and if you find wider frames to be more enjoyable, don’t be afraid to shop outside the box.

Light Wood Frames: A Natural, Warm Touch

Natural light and bright areas are crucial for Scandinavian style. Since creating windows from scratch is likely out of the question for most, adding light wood picture frames will bring brightness and warmth that would otherwise be missing. You want to stick with lighter natural brown or tan colors or light grey. When it comes to light wood frames, we recommend making sure that the shade of the frame will closely match any other existing wood furniture in the room.

Contemporary 1", Natural Picture Frame	Farmhouse Essentials Tall .75", Wishbone Light Brown Picture Frame	Wiltshire 68 .875", Raw Ash Picture Frame	Farmhouse Essentials 1.25", Light Walnut Brown Picture Frame
Farmhouse Essentials 1.25", Light Gray Picture Frame	Hausbarn .75", Rustic Wolf Gray Picture Frame	Farmhouse Essentials Tall .75", Brown and Gray Picture Frame	Innovations 1.5", Natural Burl Picture Frame

White Frames: Clean & Minimalist

Similar to light wood frames, white frames are a great way to keep decor light and airy without having to match different wood tones. Their clean and minimalist nature makes them a timeless choice, seamlessly blending with Scandinavian interiors while allowing artwork to take center stage. White frames pair beautifully with soft neutral walls, textured elements like linen and wool, and natural materials such as stone and ceramics, creating a cohesive and inviting space.

Colori 0.75", White Picture Frame	Bauhaus 125 1.25", White Pine Picture Frame	Farmhouse Essentials Tall .75", Weathered White Picture Frame	Acoustic 0.875", Classic White Picture Frame

Warm Wood Frames: Earthy & Rustic Elegance

Alternatively, if your interior space has the bright and neutral elements covered and you are wanting to incorporate the warmth and coziness of Scandinavian interior style. Adding warm wood picture frames will be your best choice. Warm woods such as Maple picture frames or Honey picture frames give off warmth without taking away from the artwork. The light rich brown color will provide just enough contrast to the lighter woods popular in Scandinavian style. 

Wiltshire 90 1", Mission Oak Picture Frame	Economy .875", Honey Brown Picture Frame	Wiltshire 130 1", Vermont Maple Picture Frame	Wiltshire 200 .75", Vermont Maple Picture Frame

Whether you're interested in completely revamping your interior design style of your home or you just want to add a few elements of Scandinavian interior design, Craigframes.com has the frames to make it happen. Browse our minimalist and modern frames to bring Scandinavian simplicity to your home at www.craigframes.com.