Home makeovers are an exciting way to breathe new life into your living space. If you’re aiming for an open-concept living with minimal renovation, exploring Nordic furniture and upholstery options can help you achieve a cohesive, stylish environment that adapts to your lifestyle changes. Continuing from our previous blog, Simplify Your Interior Decor Process with Marano Living, we delve deeper into creating a stylish, cohesive home with minimal renovation in this second installation.
Embrace the Trend of Open-Concept Living
Open-concept layouts are gaining popularity for good reasons. Emphasising a seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas to create a spacious and airy feel, they maximise natural light, enhance communication, and make smaller areas feel more spacious. However, achieving a cohesive look in an open-concept home can be challenging, especially with minimal renovation.
Tips for Achieving a Cohesive Look
Maintaining a cohesive design aesthetic across a large, open area requires careful selection of furniture and decor that complement each other without overwhelming the space.
Consistent Colour Palette: Use a consistent colour palette throughout your open-concept space to create a seamless look.
Above: ARVIKA Coffee Table opens up to organised storage elegantly.
Multi-Functional Furniture: Choose pieces that serve multiple purposes, like a coffee table with storage or a modular sofa that can be rearranged.
Accent Pieces: Use accent pieces like throw pillows, rugs, and artwork to add pops of colour and texture.
Minimalist Decor: Keep decor minimal to maintain a clean, uncluttered look.
Smart Lighting: Incorporate layered lighting to highlight different areas and create a warm, inviting atmosphere.
From Top Down: Featured above are the KIRUNA TV-Console, LUND TV Console, VISBY Sideboards with VAASA Marble Top Dining Table and VAASA Dining Chairs, FLEN Console and KERAVA Dining Table with KERAVA Dining Chair from the Nordic Collection.
Cohesive Choices in Oak, Walnut, and Black
Nordic furniture, known for its simplicity and elegance, offers an ideal solution. Our Nordic Collection typically features clean lines and functional designs, making it perfect for open-concept spaces. Available in oak, walnut, and black, these pieces offer a well-themed yet sophisticated palette, allowing for easy mix and match to achieve a harmonious look.
Oak: Adds warmth and a natural feel to your space, perfect for creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere.
From Top Down: Featured above are the ANNIA 3-Seater Sofa in Pastel Gray, Eco-leather, KARLSTAD TV-Console, ARVIKA TV-Console, HAPARANDA Console, VAASA Dining Table with VAASA Dining Chair and KEMI Dining Table from the Nordic Collection.
Walnut: Offers a rich, classic look that exudes elegance and sophistication.
Black: Provides a modern, sleek aesthetic that can anchor your room and create striking contrasts.
From Top Down: Featured above are the CLAUDIA Sectional Sofa in Onyx Luxe, Genuine Leather, VADUM Armchair with footstool, LUND TV-Console, ANNIA 3-Seater Sofa with SANDVIKA Coffee Table, BRANDE Armchair, MARSTRAND Sideboard, VAASA Marble Top Dining Table with FILIPSTAD Sideboard from the Nordic Collection.
A consistent design theme and colour palette, featuring essential pieces from TV cabinets to coffee tables and dining tables and chairs, create a harmonious visual appeal in any open-concept space. Harmony in your living space isn’t just about style—it’s about designing a lifestyle that reflects your values, enhances comfort, and positively influences mood and living standards.
In-line with Trending Decorating Styles
Biophilic Design: Incorporating natural elements like plants, natural light, and natural materials (wood, stone) to bring the outdoors in.
Minimalism: Focusing on simplicity, clean lines, and decluttered spaces to create a sense of calm and order.
Japandi: A blend of Japanese and Scandinavian design principles, emphasising simplicity, functionality, and a connection to nature.
Maximalism: For those who prefer a bolder look, maximalism involves layering colours, patterns, and textures to create a rich and dynamic space by selecting from our bold colour options.
Above: LUNA 2-Seater Sofa in Caramel Macchiato, Eco-leather
Sofa Selections: Comfort Meets Style
In any living space, the sofa is often the largest and most eye-catching piece of furniture. With various configurations, from 2-seater and 3-seater options to L-shaped sectionals and modular sofas, you can find a perfect fit for your lifestyle and space. Your choice of sofa is a reflection of your lifestyle and needs. For those who frequently host guests, a spacious L-shaped sectional or a modular sofa can provide ample seating. If you anticipate future family additions, a durable and comfortable 3-seater or a modular setup can grow with your family.
Pet owners will appreciate our pet-friendly upholstery options in fabric and eco-leather, which are water-resistant, stain-resistant, scratch-resistant, and some even fire-retardant. These features ensure your sofa remains beautiful and functional, even with pets.
Upholstery Choices: Personalise Your Space
With an abundant variety of upholstery choices, including fabric, eco-fabric, eco-leather, and genuine leather, you can truly make your sofa your own. Here’s how to choose the best option for your space:
Above: MILLONIA 3-Seater Sofa in Gray Whisper, Eco-fabric
Neutral Tones: Light grays, beiges, and whites can make your space feel larger and more cohesive.
Above: AURA 2-Seater Sofa in Vesper Violet (left) and Gilded Bronze (right), Eco-fabric.
Warm Neutrals: Soft, warm neutrals like taupe, cream, and warm gray are being used to create cosy and inviting spaces.
Above: FLORA Sectional Sofa in Amber Acclaim, Eco-leather
Earthy Tones: Shades of green, brown, and beige are popular for creating a calming and natural atmosphere.
Above: AUGUSTA Sectional Sofa in Smoky Quartz, Genuine Leather
Bold Colours: Deep blues, emerald greens, and rich reds add personality and can become a focal point in your room.
Above: FURIA Sectional Sofa in Creamy Tweed, textured fabric.
Textures and Patterns: Use different textures and subtle patterns to add visual interest without overwhelming the space.
Pampering You with Choices
Whether you’re looking to create a serene, neutral space or a vibrant, dynamic room, a wide selection of upholstery ensures you’ll discover exactly what suits your style. With our dedication to quality and design, crafting a cohesive, stylish home is both effortless and enjoyable, with the added satisfaction of contributing to a greener ecosystem – our Nordic Collection is made with E0-grade materials from FSC-certified Sustainable Source.
What does this mean to you? Furniture made with E0 grade materials and the highest environmental protection grade finishes ensures minimal formaldehyde emissions, providing a healthier living environment for you and your family. The World Health Organization (WHO) has established guidelines for indoor air quality that include formaldehyde due to its known health hazards. Formaldehyde is classified as a human carcinogen, and exposure to high levels can cause various health issues, particularly respiratory problems, and irritation of the skin, eyes, nose, and throat. It can exacerbate asthma symptoms, especially in sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions.
You now have the option to make better and ‘healthier’ choices for you and your family’s well-being.
Styling Made Easy
Achieve the perfect open-concept layout with minimal renovation, and enjoy a space that is both beautiful and adaptable to your lifestyle changes. Discover how easy it is to create a cohesive, stylish home with thoughtful design choices brought to you by Marano Living.
