While plenty of interiors trends come and go, Scandinavian style has consistently been one of the hottest design trends over the last few years. It’s actually been in the UK for a lot longer than many people think - ever since the 1950s in fact, when it was such a major feature of the Festival of Britain that one observer even suggested that the Festival of Scandinavia would be an even more fitting name.

In many ways, it’s not hard to see the charm that the Scandi style has for so many of us in the UK, which is exactly what makes our Stressless pieces so popular with our customers here at Taskers. This contemporary style is at once familiar to our shared Northern European sensibilities, and intriguingly exotic at the same time. Crucially though, the fundamentals of this style embody key values of the Scandinavian way of life - values that (unsurprisingly) appeal to huge numbers of Britons.

Here, we highlight some of the most appealing - and take a bit of a closer look at how they’re perfectly embodied by our own Stressless sofas and chairs!

A minimalist design that’s supremely practical

The clean, straight lines are without question one of the most distinctive aesthetics of the Scandi style. The no-fuss simplicity of this minimalist style helps to create a light, easy-going atmosphere in a space that’s devoid of clutter.

In the spirit of that minimalist nature, there’s nothing superfluous about Scandinavian style, as you can see from the Scandinavian chairs we offer here at Taskers. In every instance, form follows function, and eschews anything that might be deemed unnecessarily ostentatious, or of questionable utility. Slim legs, narrow arms and comfortable backs are the key hallmarks of our Stressless dining chairs, for example.

Neutral and monochromatic colours

That laid-back Nordic approach to life is exemplified in the colours chosen for Scandinavian seating, like these Stressless recliner chairs. These include options like warm, bright whites, cool blues, and beautifully restrained shades of grey - all perfect if you’re trying to cultivate that contemporary look for your home.

However, a variety of other colours have been chosen in the spirit of the other side of Scandi style - a close association with nature. Consequently, you’ll have no shortage of options if you’re looking for shades that evoke certain natural materials, like sand, sage, wood or stone. And of course, if you prefer, you can always add a couple of vibrant shades to your interiors a bit later on - many of these laid-back colours work wonderfully well with pops of colour from reds, oranges, yellows and so on.

A sense of connection with nature

We’ve already touched on this briefly above, with the association of many Scandinavian colours with nature. It’s not just their colours though - many of the materials used in our Scandinavian sofas, for example, evoke a deep sense of connection with nature. Wood is a particularly popular natural material, one that makes up an intrinsic part of the internal and external design of sofas like the Stressless Buckingham and the Stressless Windsor. What’s more, the Windsor’s light grey shade pairs nicely with the pleasing green of a nearby plant, further enhancing that natural feel.

All these elements combine to give each of our pieces of Scandinavian seating one of their most instantly recognisable and universally beloved qualities: that unmistakeable sense of calming tranquility. Really, it’s no wonder they’re such popular staples of interiors across the UK - and if you’re considering one for yours, then you’re in exactly the right place.

We have a huge range of Scandinavian Stressless pieces to choose from right here at Taskers of Accrington - and with more than 50 years of history behind us, we have the wealth and depth of experience we need to provide the answers to any and all questions you might have. If you’ve got queries, or you just need a bit of friendly advice, feel free to give us a call on 01254 236 262. We’re here to help!