Scandinavian Living Room Ultimate Design Guide

Scandinavian Interior Design Guide | DIY Makeover & Affordable Furniture Sets (USA market oriented)

Style your living room like a pro — without second-guessing every choice. This guide gives you step-by-step instructions and curated furniture sets for any budget, so you can achieve professional results without the designer price tag. Transform your space into a cohesive Scandinavian interior — designed by professionals, brought to life by you.

WHAT’S INSIDE THE GUIDE

• One iconic reference interior: A carefully chosen, iconic Scandinavian living room — the perfect design base to inspire your makeover.
• Four curated furniture sets for different budgets: Professionally selected sets that mirror the original interior but with their own unique character. Full sets range from $3,945, so you can recreate a $20,000 designer look without overspending.
• Direct shopping: Every selected piece includes a direct shoppable link for USA online stores (e.g., West Elm, IKEA, AllModern, ZaraHome), so you don’t waste hours searching — you can place an order in just 5 minutes.
• Mix & match flexibility: All 40 selected furniture pieces share the same Scandinavian aesthetic, meaning you can mix across sets freely. There are over 1,000,000 possible combinations — we’ve highlighted the best four, but you can create your own unique 5th set — the one that feels truly yours.

STEP-BY-STEP MAKEOVER INSTRUCTIONS

• PLANNING SOLUTIONS – We’ve created clear layout variations for different room sizes (150-250 sq.ft.) and entrance, window placements— complete with do’s and don’ts. You’ll know instantly what works (and what ruins the space).
• COLORS – Forget endless guessing. We explain the designer’s rules of color balance visually, with ready-to-use palettes with direct references in Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, and NCS. Plus, insider tips and a checklist so you can be 100% confident in your paint choice.
• LIGHTING – One of the biggest design mistakes is bad lighting. We break down everything: color temperature, bulb types, fixture compatibility — so you’ll know exactly which light makes your home feel warm, cozy, and inviting.
• RUGS – No more rugs that look “too small” or “floating.” We give you the exact proportions and measurements based on your room size, so the rug anchors the room and instantly elevates the look.
• CURTAINS – This one detail can make or break your design. With our diagrams, you’ll know the right rod height, curtain length, and fabric volume to create a polished, professional look.
• WALL DECORATION – Don’t just hang art randomly. We explain the golden ratio, two proven composition methods, and how to select the right motif and size for this style. Plus, we suggest shops where you can find the perfect pieces.
• ACCESSORIES – The finishing touches that separate “nice room” from “designed interior.” We show you the key accessories what to include — and what to avoid — to capture the Scandinavian mood.

Everything is explained simply and visually, backed by the professional design rules we use daily in real projects. You don’t just get furniture suggestions — you get the insider knowledge normally reserved for clients who hire designers — all packed into nearly 50 carefully curated pages of our design manual.

WHY THIS GUIDE WORKS

• More than furniture. A truly designed room is about proportions, textures, colors, and balance — and we’ve already done that work for you.
• No more overwhelm. Stop guessing, overthinking, or spending endless hours online. Just follow the clear, step-by-step guide, order with direct shopping links and know you’re getting it right.
• Professional results made simple. Complex design standards are broken down into plain language, checklists, and easy visual schemes.
• Choose your budget, still get the look. Whether you want a makeover under $5,000, under $10,000, or under $15,000, this guide gives you a curated set that mirrors a $20,000 designer interior. You decide how much to invest — every version delivers a cohesive, professionally designed look.
• Versatile value. Use it to makeover your own living room, prepare a rental property or Airbnb, stage a home for sale, or even learn as an aspiring designer.

ABOUT US

We are The Design Family, a project created to make professional interior design more accessible. Behind it stands our studio Sunday12 Interiors, where we’ve spent more than 10 years designing residential interiors — from empty walls to fully realized interiors — along with several commercial projects.

Through Sunday12 we’ve delivered a dozen carefully crafted homes, working with world- renowned furniture and lighting brands in our designs. Our philosophy is simple: an interior should represent personality, not just style.

The Design Family was born from our belief that great design should be accessible to everyone, not only luxury clients. These guides are our way of sharing professional methods and curated solutions with a wider audience, making it possible to achieve beautiful, cohesive interiors on any budget.

And in case you’re wondering — yes, we really are a family of designers. That’s why we’re The Design Family.

Important: This is a digital guide only (PDF). The book photo is just a visual mockup — no physical product will be shipped. You’ll get instant access to the file after purchase.