SFD Furniture Design Blog – Scandinavian Life & Design
Famous for their simplicity, utility, and beauty. Scandinavian homes have a pure, pared-backed style that is centred around warm functionality, clean lines, flawless craftsmanship, natural colours and materials. Everything we do, we do with great respect and love for nature. It makes the core and soul of every piece of furniture and accessory we produce. In our designs we strive for excellence, constantly seeking stunning new forms and unique materials, providing functionality and extraordinary character.
Scandinavian Life & Design
Scandinavian life and design is all about simplicity, functionality and a focus on natural materials. This aesthetic has its roots in the Nordic countries of Sweden, Norway and Denmark, but it has become popular all over the world.
Scandinavian design is often described as “less is more.” This philosophy is reflected in the clean lines and uncluttered look of Scandinavian interiors. Furniture is designed to be functional and comfortable, without being overly ornate.
Scandinavian living is all about enjoying the simple things in life. This might mean taking a walk in the forests or enjoying a cup of coffee with friends. Whatever it is, it should be enjoyed to the fullest!
What topics do we write about in our blog? Here you can read about Scandinavian style, design, our products, woodwork, wood maintenance, handcrafting by SFD Furniture Design and much more! Take your coffee cup and enjoy a few minutes of quality reading.
SFD Furniture Design
Why us? SFD Furniture Design brand values make our solid oak furniture unique.
SFD Furniture brand values. What make us stand out on solid oak furniture market?
Solid oak table top with or without overhang. What is the difference?
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a solid oak table top with or without an overhang? We have got an answer! Check out our page now!
Daily cleaning of oil treated wood tables – how to clean wood table?
Oil-treated wooden furniture is very resistant to dust and water and small scratches and stains are not easily visible. The wood absorbs the oil, creating a soft surface that protects the wood and makes it both dirt and water repellent. Oil-treated wood develops a...
SLICE NATURE solid natural oak table. Crafted by Nature & Raw Wood Effect.
The SLICE NATURE table is handmade from solid oak wood oiled with a unique blend of oils and waxes to preserve the natural raw character of the wood
Solid Oak Dining Tables & Natural Raw Wood Finish
If you’re looking for a unique way to finish your Home, read our article and check why furniture with a raw wood effect may be the perfect option.
How many people can I seat at my oak dining table?
Are you wondering how many people you can seat at the dining table? In our article, we’ve put together a quick guide on table sizes and seating capacities.
How modern wood furniture can help you be more productive at work?
If you’re looking to boost your productivity, read our article and check the benefits of modern wood furniture in your workplace.
Wooden and metal coffee tables – the perfect addition to the living room
Are you wondering why a wooden and metal coffee table is the best choice and perfect addition to your living room? We encourage you to read our article!
How to choose the right wooden dining table for your Home?
A dining table is a place where the whole family and friends gather. Read our article and learn how to choose the right wooden dining table for your home.
How wooden furniture is manufactured?
Wooden furniture is classic and timeless. It can be found in a variety of styles. Check our article and discover how wood furniture is made.
Benefits of solid wood furniture
The history of our company began in northern Sweden, a place surrounded by pure nature…
10 ideas of Christmas table settings to keep your solid oak furniture bright
Decorating your dining table can be a great way to take advantage of every space in your home during the holiday season if you’re always seeking new ways to bring the holiday spirit into your home. A variety of Christmas table settings can be made by you or your...
Bleached solid oak table top – features, maintenance and aging process. Everything you should know.
It is Wooden worktops have recently become increasingly popular. They tempt designers and future kitchen users with their warmth and naturalness. Wood always adds cosiness to interiors, is pleasant to the touch and natural. It is a universal material...
The maintenance of solid wood furniture
The maintenance of solid wood furniture In the article you will find information about: Everyday cleaning of wooden tabletopCleaning of very dirty areas and removing small scratchesRepairing dentsAnnual care of wooden tabletop Solid oak wood with a natural...
Handmade oak furniture and indoor plants. How to improve everyday positive life and relieve stress
Indoor plants and oak furniture can help relieve stress The seemingly ordinary human need to maintain a relationship with the world of nature has been recognized as a socially important phenomenon that has been called biophilia. It manifests itself in many areas of...
How to arrange interiors in the style of an urban jungle style?
Urban jungle style means a bit of jungle at home. How to arrange interiors in the style of an urban jungle style? See for yourself and check out our article
Solid oak furniture inspired by Scandinavia
What is ‘solid oak furniture in the Scandinavian style’? What associations should come to our heads when we hear about the Scandinavian style? Check out now
What makes our furniture truly unique? Discover the oak wood features
The natural features of wood give each piece of furniture a unique look. Each product made by hand by SFD is one of a kind. We can say that nature has left its signature on it in the form of unusual patterns.
From the following article, you will learn what the different oak wood features are called and how they are produced.
How SFD takes environmental responsibilities seriously. Sustainable furniture design
Does sustainable furniture design really still exist? YES! We are an example of this. SFD takes environmental responsibilities seriously! Check out our article
Uniqueness of handcrafted furniture. Perfection and “imperfection”
Do you think that real craftsmanship no longer exists? We invite you to the article from which you will learn what real handcrafted furniture is!
2020 : a SFD Skandinavisk Möbeldesign year in review.
It was a truly extraordinary year for SFD Skandinavisk Möbeldesign in many ways. Full of challenges, new ideas and passion. We are finishing it richer with new experiences, knowledge and looking forward to 2021, which may be even better in many (known to us all)...
Scandinavian lifestyle. What I learned in Sweden?
Sweden, and more broadly the whole of Scandinavia has something special about it. Today I would like to share with you my experiences and thoughts about my stay in Sweden. It is quite difficult to put it on paper, in fact you have to experience it personally to...
DIGITAL FIKA – what is all about?
Have you ever heard of digital fika? If not, we invite you to read this article! Learn more and check out our SFD Furniture Design Blog now!
Herringbone dining table. Pattern of modernity
The distinctive look of the herringbone pattern has popularized it in the interior design world and it’s actually not surprising to see how many different uses are for it. The versatility of this classical pattern is not limited to flooring or to a particular style....
What connects bespoke oak furniture? Stories from Dublin and Marbella
Many times, we have wondered what should staand out in bespoke oak furniture design. What elements or values give the table these desired features?
Our piece of Scandinavia: Handmade oak modern dining table examples
Why did we like the Scandinavian style? Because our winter days are also short and sunless - just like in Northern Europe. What's more: the simplicity and functionality of the solutions in the spirit of this design perfectly fit into our ever faster pace of life,...
Our NEW round extendable table FJÄRIL. What does it have to do with a butterfly?
We would like to present our latest FJÄRIL round extendable table. See the process of its creation! Check out our SFD Furniture Design page
Solid wood table construction. Everything you could ask for
If you are wondering what is a solid wood table construction – we have an answer! Feel free to read this article where we try to answer for your questions!
Live edge oak dining table handcrafted with great care
Handmade live edge dining table of the highest craftsmanship quality. Learn its story! Learn more and check out our SFD Furniture Design page!
Natural wooden-table top defects
If you are wondering if solid wood tables can have wood „defects” – the answer is YES! And that’s what it’s all about. In this article you will learn a little bit more about the structure of the wood from which we make our oak tables and you will definitely fall in love with all wood-imperfections!
Do you wonder how many guests would you fit at your oak dining the table? Choose table size
Is hard to imagine table without chairs. Below we explain how to choose the right chairs for a given table size – Choose table size and check out our article
Bleached oak wooden table tops. What is our secret?
Tables with bleached tops are an highly delicate and sublime addition to the interiors. The color of the table top can perfectly contrast with the darker surroundings or, on the contrary, complement bright and minimalistic interiors. If you are curious how we managed...
Black oak wooden table tops. Let`s learn its story!
If you are interested in how we managed to achieve such a coloring effect and how the shortened technological process looks like, I invite you to read the article.
What type of wooden top should I choose? Structured or smooth?
Main differences between structured and smooth wooden table tops
Oiled or varnished wooden table top? Learn the main differences
Oiled table tops have recently become increasingly popular. They tempt designers and future kitchen users with their warmth and naturalness. Learn more now!
How to maintain oiled wooden furniture?
How to maintain oiled wooden furniture? This question will be answered by experienced specialists from SFD Furniture Design. Learn more and check out our page
How to properly oil wooden furniture?
Have you ever wondered how to properly oil wooden furniture? On this article we will answer your questions. Learn more and check out our page now!
7 tips how to arrange a cosy Scandinavian style home.
What is the coziness of the interior? How to get it? For me, it is inherently linked to the philosophy of hygge, so popular in Scandinavia. If you haven't heard of it yet, I invite you to read the other articles here and here. Such an interior should not only be kept...
Swedish Egg Coffee Recipe
The Smoothest Cup You’ll Ever Drink ! Between panoramic fjords, the world’s greatest saunas and wild, cold-water salmon, the Nordic region of Europe should definitely be a place that you visit at some point in your life. Barring an actual trip, though, you can still...
Does design cheat us
Does design cheat us? What does design really mean for me? ... a collection of knowledge, experience and predictions that I implement into my work and then give it to the world for evaluation. However, the world most often judges it in a completely different way than...
Unique live edge oak coffee table – VIRKERÅ. Explore its story
Make to order Virkerå coffee table is now being finalised. We would like to share with you a short story of the creation of the furniture and invite you to our workshop.
Rustic Minimal Kitchen Ideas
There’s a certain warmth and charm to a modern rustic minimalist kitchen. And when it comes to creating this cozy look in the heart of the home, there’s no shortage of kitchen decorating ideas, from weathered wood beams and painted cabinets to rugged stone floors and...
What does “Scandinavian” really mean to you?
You have probably heard more than once about Scandinavia as a whole or have an idea of the individual countries that make up this region of northern Europe? Recently we have been curious whether our friends think the same thing about this region as we do. We played a...
15 Scandinavian Home Office Ideas
The current global situation has forced many people to work remotely. Although it is a great solution we often just don't have an idea how to arrange such a workspace, to be not only aesthetic but most importantly functional. If that is indeed the case, then having a...
The IGLOOTEL, Lapland. An amazing opportunity for those looking for unusual winter experiences.
The IGLOOTEL Lapland is a unique and memorable event location close to the Arctic Circle and surrounded by gorgeous and partly untouched nature. End of November, when the temperature starts to sink to areas around freezing point the complex begins to be built by use...
10 Stylish Scandinavian Living Room Ideas
Scandinavian style can be considered as a new approach for a living room design in your house. It has several characteristics that can be said quite distinctive. Those are simple and functional. Actually, the functionality of the Scandinavian living room ideas comes...
Soft minimalism. New interior-design style.
Clean, contemporary and liveable The term ‘soft minimalism’ has ben around for a while now, with designers from Norm Architects being key campaigners of this trend. This warm, liveable and soft style of minimalism isn’t to be mistaken with any kind of flowery, quaint...
Sami handicrafts – Duodji
Indigenous culture in Sweden Sami country – known as Sápmi – stretches across the northern part of Scandinavia and Russia’s Kola Peninsula. The original settlement was even larger, but the Sami were gradually forced to give up land, first to farmers starting in the...
Today`s Danish Design
Danish design has always been dear to many people’s heart, all thanks to the philosophy and value that sit right at the very core of every good design. Today, Danish design is flourishing. The current generation has essentially gained new opinions on the classic...
10 Scandinavian Inspired Dining Rooms
Scandinavian Inspired Dining Rooms – some dose of inspiration! Take a look 🙂
The Philosophy of Scandinavian Design
Scandinavian design represents a design philosophy that’s characterized by functionality, simplicity, and clean lines. According to its design principles, one should be in harmony with his/her environment, and things should be made to last rather than be replaced. To...
Kanelbullar (cinnamon buns) – original Swedish recipe.
Swedes love Cinnamon buns, so much so that they have a special Cinnamon bun day - 4th October. The average Swede eats cakes and pastry equivalent to 316 cinnamon buns per year! This cinnamon-spiced doughy delight is essentially a long string of pastry dough wrapped...
Bornholm island – the danish capital of arts and crafts
The sunniest part of Denmark, Bornholm lies way out in the Baltic Sea, 200km east of Copenhagen (and closer to Sweden and Poland than to mainland Denmark). But it’s not just (relatively) sunny skies that draw the hordes each year. Mother Nature was in a particularly...
Tromsø, Norway – a winter holidays alternative
If you are looking for a slightly different way to spend your winter holidays, consider the Norwegian town of Tromso. We assure you that especially in winter it offers a lot of attractions and will certainly provide an unforgettable experience. Do you dream of seeing...
10 minimalistic Christmas decorations straight from nature!
Nature is incredibly inspiring - we still draw from it. The same is also the case with Christmas decorations. No special skills or sophisticated materials are needed to make them. A walk in the forest or park is enough - or just use some components you already have in...
“Lagom” – new recipe for happy life from Sweden II
Lagom, like hygge, is difficult to translate into English. It's about a lifestyle in which we try to maintain balance. Nothing should be either too much or too little. This balance applies to all spheres of life. While other fads might have you running for copper...
“Lagom” – new recipe for happy life from Sweden
Lagom, like hygge, is difficult to translate into English. It's about a lifestyle in which we try to maintain balance. Nothing should be either too much or too little. This balance applies to all spheres of life. In the deliberations on the concept of lagom, most...
What`s the difference between Scandinavian & Minimalist design?
Navigating through the design terminology is not easy at all. But to plan an interior that fits your specific, original tastes and home, you need a language to talk about the nuances of some styles. If all you know about minimalist and Scandinavian design is that IKEA...
Best Stockholm`s Nature Reserves. Part II
Stockholm archipelago consists of some 30 000 islands, islets and skerries, of which around 200 are inhabited. The Stockholm archipelago offers also unique nature. Many of the islands and parts of the mainland are nature reserves, each with its own character. A nature...
Best Stockholm`s Nature Reserves. Part I
Stockholm archipelago consists of some 30 000 islands, islets and skerries, of which around 200 are inhabited. The Stockholm archipelago offers also unique nature. Many of the islands and parts of the mainland are nature reserves, each with its own character. A nature...
The perfect table for the living room. 5 rules.
If you have come to the conclusion that it is time to replace your previous fated table on which you have been eating for many years- this article is for you :)Unfortunately, at the moment the market is very saturated and it can be a difficult task. I understand that...
The autumn table arrangements. Our best ideas
The true autumn is coming, with the long weekends , maybe this is the time to meet family and friends. I suggest you to make a real impression on them and arrange a atmospheric table. On the photos below I present beautiful table decorations in warm autumn colors....
Welcome Home. Our path to live well. Natural Wood Table
Raw wood is a timeless accent of the home. It gives it a noble expression and its presence brings us closer to nature. At the same time, it warms the room in an unusual way, breaking the simplicity and neutral colors of modern arrangements. Solid wood furniture...
Kungsleden. All you need to know about Swedish Hiking Trail
For the brave ones and those who appreciate the beauty of nature. We would like to invite you on an extraordinary journey through the beautiful Swedish landscapes and show you how inspiring and beautiful nature can be. Walking the Kungsleden kungsleden hiking trail...
How to Hygge? 5 most popular additions according to this philosophy.
Hygge is the art form of creating intimacy in any given moment. Normally a social occasion for loved ones to get together to experience the warmth and contentment of the event, it can also be enjoyed alone to calm the nerves and sooth the senses. An idea which not...
Welcome Home. Our path to live well. Social Life
Home is not where you live, but where they understand you.Home means the warmth that comes from a sense of security and common trust. It is also a place that we associate with joy and carefree, a place whose character is determined by both the people who stay in it,...
New MÅNE WHITE extendable oak dining table. The Story of Moon Light
New MÅNE WHITE expandable dining table. The Story of Moon Light. Have you ever wondered why the moon is shining? In fact, it does not emit light itself - it shines with light reflected from the sun. This phenomenon inspired us to create a new round table. We wanted to...
Welcome Home. Our path to live well.
We would like to share with you our way of finding the most important things in life - family warmth, small everyday pleasures or friends meetings. Today we invite you to our kitchen - the place where we really stay the longest. The aromas of prepared meals, baked...
Why minimalist interiors are good for you. 7 examples
There's no better place than your own home. But sometimes it also can be a cause of discomfort. Especially when weary after work you cross the doorstep to see the disorder that is disturbing you internally. Don't let your home make you depressed! Our homes should be...
10 Inspiring Scandinavian Kitchen Design Ideas.
Traditional design is relatively characteristic for Scandinavian kitchen style. Very simple, ascetic but at the same time cozy and warm. Being in a room like this makes you feel at home. This is closely related to the philosophy of Hygge already mentioned on this...
How to find Hygge in everyday life. 10 examples.
Scandinavians are one of the happiest nations in the world. Despite of the accelerating speed of their lives and the multitude of tasks, they are able to find peace and concentration. This is closely related to their close relationship to Hygge's ideology. In their...
4 Best Plants for Scandinavian Interior
There’s nothing that makes an apartment feel more like a home than plants. In a minimalist and/or neutral-colored apartment, plants are a great way to bring color and a natural touch to your interior. They also purify the air and positively influence the humidity of...
3 Easy Tips for Scandinavian Home Decor
The Scandinavian style is based on minimalist furniture and bright, spacious interiors. However, every house or apartment needs a few details that will give it an individual style and make it more cosy. In today's post we will present you some interior decorations...
Custom Furniture? What does it mean?
In everything we do we stick to a coherent idea – to create a timeless product with a stunning design, respecting the environment…
3 ways to Design Happiness
Each time I take up the challenge of a new project, I need 3 elements that lead me to the goal…
Is it Art piece?
We want to reveal to you the most authentic and everyday aspects of the SFD brand. Get ready for the unpublished materials showing our way to find the foundation of design in hand-made applied art.
Design by SFD Furniture Design
Our design principles derive mainly from inspirations and experiences that we gained during our journeys through the countries of the Northern Europe. They are also shaped by our passion for functionalism and Scandinavian style. We are strongly convinced that the...
Wood
As furniture manufacturers we focus primarily on their uniqueness, timeless character and craftsmanship. In production we use fragments of "forgotten" solid oak, spruce and pine wood, which is usually not used in furniture production. What most of the manufacturers of...
Responsibility
A passion for beauty of natural landscapes and an inspiration of Scandinavian design are two key factors which shape the philosophy of SFD Skandinavisk Möbeldesign. In processes of design and production of the furniture, we put great emphasis on quality and...
Customer service
Our philosophy bases on two important pillars: professionalism and high quality. We follow these values not only during a design or production process, but also during our contact with customers. Their satisfaction is our aim which we want to reach in any online or...
