
Read ebooks Scandinavia Dreaming: Nordic Homes, Interiors and
Design
By Sven Ehmann
The nuanced realm of Nordic design has two personalities. On one side, there sits the
open, light, friendly, and democratic constituent. And, on the other hand, is its
moody counterpart: sleek and sophisticated; timeless and traditional; and deeply
rooted in the sensations and juxtapositions of nature. Within the lines of tile-covered
roofs born from the existence of nearby clay deposits and large windows that let in
light during the shorter winter days, insight into this special thread of skilled
craftsmanship awaits. Scandinavia Dreaming presents dazzling interiors, architecture,
and products that show the richness, variety, and intensity of contemporary Nordic
spaces.Artisans fresh from design school breathe new life into the wonted usage of
tile, wood, glass, ceramics, and other customarily Nordic materials. Profiles of brands
and personalities that have influenced and, arguably, brought Nordic threads to the
forefront of design conversations, tell an intriguing story: an