These Are the Scandi Colour Trends Taking Over in 2025
While Scandinavian interiors have long been synonymous with clean lines, simplicity, and minimalism, there’s a noticeable shift happening in 2025. The signature neutral palette remains, but today’s Scandinavian colour trends are evolving - making room for warmth, softness, and a more expressive approach to colour and texture.
If you’re drawn to interiors that feel calm, curated, and quietly confident, the new Scandi colour palette could be the perfect fit. It’s all about creating a soothing yet sophisticated atmosphere, layered with tones that feel fresh, grounded, and inherently modern. As Swedish interior stylist Pella Hedeby explains, the schemes today “are inspired by pale sea views, white stone beaches, and the greys of the winter woods and mountains,” encouraging us to stick to “a soothing palette of whites, warm greys, and sandy hues.”
While these muted tones remain a core part of Scandinavian style, 2025 is ushering in a bolder take on minimalism. It’s not about stark, one-dimensional spaces anymore, it’s about embracing colour, introducing depth through texture, and allowing natural, earthy shades to take the lead.
Cold Minimalism Is Out – Scandi Warmth Is In
One of the biggest takeaways from Copenhagen’s 3 Days of Design festival? The days of cold, all-white interiors are over. Scandinavian design is warming up.
Rather than relying solely on paint, designers are bringing in colour through natural materials, layered textiles, and, of course, carefully curated wall art. The focus is on creating character without clutter, a kind of slow, intentional minimalism that feels both elevated and lived-in.
The New Base: Creamy Neutrals + Hints of Green
A classic Scandi palette starts with a base of whites, soft greys, and beiges - perfect for creating that bright, open feel we all associate with Nordic interiors. But to avoid the space feeling flat, subtle green accents are coming in strong. Think sage, olive, or even pistachio tones. These greens bring a fresh, organic energy to your space, echoing Scandinavian landscapes while maintaining that effortless, calming aesthetic.
Neutrals That Hit Different
While pale palettes still reign, we’re seeing more depth through earthy tones like muted clay, soft taupe, warm sand, and mushroom beige. These colours offer a richer take on minimalism, providing contrast without overwhelming the room.
Layering these tones with natural textures, such as rattan, linen, oak, and ceramics, adds that essential Scandinavian softness. The result? A space that’s simple but never sterile. Interior designer Bethany Adams shares, “My heritage is Swedish, so I like to think I have a natural affinity for Scandi style. But really, I just love the soft colour palette of greens, blues, and greys that are so pervasive.”
Statement Shades: Burnt Orange, Ocean Blues & Dusty Pastels
Scandinavian interiors in 2025 are making space for thoughtful pops of colour. Burnt orange is emerging as a hero shade, offering warmth and personality, especially when paired with natural woods and creamy whites.
Niki Brantmark, founder of My Scandinavian Home, highlights this perfectly: “Burnt orange is a perfect way to add warmth and personality to Scandinavian interiors, which can sometimes feel too cool or minimal. It brings a vibrant, earthy glow that works beautifully with natural woods and neutral tones.”
Pastel blues and muted ocean tones are also key - reflecting Nordic coastlines while keeping that tranquil, airy vibe. These hues work beautifully in everything from textiles to wall prints.
Texture Speaks Louder Than Colour
One of the most exciting shifts in Scandinavian design is the focus on texture as a design element. From boucle and linen to stoneware and matte finishes, it’s all about how a space feels, not just how it looks.
In 2025, expect to see colour introduced through unexpected details: handmade tiles, soft lighting, abstract art, sculptural ceramics, and furniture that feels crafted and considered. Art is playing a bigger role than ever, helping to bring depth and individuality to neutral spaces.
Modern Minimalism
Looking to elevate your space with art that embodies the calm of Scandinavian design? Our new wall art collection by Dan Hobday is the perfect addition to a Scandi-styled home.
The entire range features a minimalist yet expressive palette: creams, muted ocean blues, soft blacks, and earthy neutrals. Paired with natural textures like woods, linen, and rattan, each piece helps create a soothing, modern atmosphere.
Inspired by Devon’s dramatic coastlines, Dan Hobday crafts contemporary works from his home studio using oil, acrylic, digital and mixed media. His minimalist aesthetic and refined use of colour have made his art a favourite among interior designers, home staging professionals, and film stylists alike.
Each piece in this collection distils the serenity of nature into abstract forms, designed to complement a Scandinavian interior while adding just the right amount of warmth and depth.
Explore Dan Hobdays Scandi-Inspired Collection
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Final Thoughts: Embracing the New Scandi Colour Palette
Scandinavian style in 2025 is about so much more than minimalism. While the foundations of light, airy interiors and natural materials remain, the colour palette is evolving to reflect a softer, more expressive aesthetic.
From subtle greens and earthy neutrals to burnt orange accents and ocean-inspired blues, this year’s Scandi palette invites you to embrace warmth, texture, and personality. It’s minimalism, but with feeling, calm, curated, and quietly confident.
Whether you're updating a whole room or simply adding a new piece of art, the key is layering thoughtful tones and textures that feel both elevated and lived-in. Scandinavian design is becoming more tactile, more grounded, and all the more beautiful for it.
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