When you move into your first apartment or student studio, you often encounter rather sad white walls and a cruel lack of personality. Your goal? Transform this basic space into a true aesthetic cocoon worthy of your Pinterest boards, without breaking the bank.
The trending solution right now that's all the rage on social media is the Scandi-Greek style. At Maison Oia, we show you how to mix the clean lines of modern Nordic decor with the warm atmosphere of a Greek holiday home. Here are 3 tips to upgrade your apartment in a flash.
1. Forget the all-white look, play with the Mediterranean palette
In a small space, people are often afraid to add color. Yet, it's the secret to creating a true ambiance!. To adopt the Scandi-Greek artistic direction of Maison Oia, focus on a winning color trio: ecru, terracotta, and blue.
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Ecru and beige: To be used as a base (plush rug, duvet cover) to replace clinical white and bring the comforting side of Nordic minimalism.
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Terracotta: This ultra-warm terracotta color is perfect for enlivening the room. A graphic poster, a sofa throw, or a few terracotta pots are enough. To learn more about the impact of warm colors in an interior, feel free to consult the excellent articles from Marie Claire Maison.
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Aegean blue: The ultimate touch of freshness for a successful Greek theme.
2. The "Statement" Vase: The centerpiece on a budget
No need to buy all new furniture to change your decor. The secret to an aesthetic bedroom or living room is to focus on a few key pieces. And for that, the modern vase is your best ally.
At Maison Oia, vases are at the heart of our collection. Instead of accumulating lots of small trinkets that gather dust, opt for a beautiful decorative vase with minimalist and organic curves.
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TikTok decor tip: Place a large terracotta ceramic vase directly on the floor, next to your full-length mirror. Fill it with some eucalyptus branches or the famous pampas grass (which requires no maintenance!). Guaranteed wow effect at a low cost.
3. Create a "Chill" Vibe: Lights and Textures
Scandi-Greek style is the art of stress-free living. To make your apartment the perfect place to chill after classes or work, focus on natural textures and light.
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Mix & Match Materials: Combine light wood (very Nordic) with rougher materials from Greek decor.
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Soft lighting: Avoid harsh overhead lighting!. Multiply indirect light sources: a small table lamp near your transparent glass vase, string lights, or a few candles to warm up the atmosphere. Find more minimalist and elegant arrangement ideas on the reference platform Architectural Digest (AD Magazine).
Discover our collection of modern decor objects and vases on Maison Oia and start creating the apartment of your dreams, one piece at a time!.