Gift Guide: Authentic Scandinavian Decor Objects
Discover a thoughtfully designed gift that will be treasured for generations
While classic Scandinavian design takes a minimal and functional approach to styling decor objects, modern Scandinavian design embraces the intentional use of decorative objects to foster a space that feels good and works for you.
With that in mind, we’ve curated 21 authentic Scandinavian decor objects from brands that embrace the classic Scandinavian design philosophy with their own unique twist.
Ferm Living
Ferm Living is celebrated for authentic and functional Danish design. We get excited every time a new collection ships to our warehouse, including all of our fall favorites highlighted in an earlier blog post. Plus, their Ripple Glassware collection is a well-loved favorite for hosting guests and indulging in beautiful glassware for everyday moments at home. Here are a few beautiful Scandinavian decor objects we think you’ll love.
Ceramic Basket
Shell Pot
Balance Candle Holder
MENU Design
MENU is a Danish design brand with a simple purpose: “to make the world more beautiful, less complicated, and a little bit nicer to wake up to.” Every single piece is produced with real life in mind, ready to withstand plentiful use in a modern home or office space. MENU’s community approach to design is based on their belief that “when we work collectively, we achieve more than we do individually; the sum of our work and of our connections is always greater than its parts.”
Echasse Vase
Kristina Dam Studio
Kristina Dam Studio’s mission is to merge art and interior through furniture, prints, illustrations, and sculptures. All materials are honest and carefully selected, including brass, marble, mirror, oak, steel, and glass. Each design starts with a simple cardboard mock-up, followed by testing and adjustments. Each piece originates from Kristina’s personal passion for design and art.
Brick Sculpture
XL Oak Wooden Sphere and Large Dome Vase
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Cupola 3-Piece Sculpture
Globe Sculptures
Dome Vases
Offset Candleholders
MUUTO Design
The name of Danish design brand MUUTO is inspired by muutos, which means “new perspectives” in Finnish. For new perspectives on Scandinavian decor objects, turn to MUUTO.
Tub Jug and Kink Vase
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Normann Copenhagen
Driven by a mission to “challenge conventional thinking and make the ordinary extraordinary through great design,” Normann Copenhagen collections are defined by clean lines “with a twist” and crafted with an emphasis on quality and endurance––a key pillar of Danish design philosophy. Normann Copenhagen wants every space to feel like home, right down to the details.
Heima Candlestick
Skagerak
Skagerak is a family-owned Danish design company celebrated for its timeless Scandinavian design with ethically sourced materials. Each piece from Skagerak is timeless and heirloom quality!
Fionia Tray
Aino Mirror
Nomad Box
Cooee Design
Cooee Design founders Catrine Åberg & Henrik Åberg come from a family of celebrated Swedish designers. The family’s iconic paper bin design still sits in room 606 of Arne Jacobsen’s SAS Hotel in Copenhagen. Cooee brings the world a beautiful collection of minimalist handmade vases including the iconic Ball Vases, plus Trumpet Vases, Drift Vases, Pillar Vases, and more.
Eve II Sculpture in Limestone
Olufemi Sculpture in Limestone
Ball Vases, Pillar Vases, and Sculptures
Tray Circle in Sand
Rectangle Tray
For more thoughtful gift ideas, explore our Quickship collection. Every piece is In Stock + Ready To Ship in 1-3 business days from our local warehouse.
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Batten Home is fueled by our pursuit to surround ourselves and represent objects we love. Our carefully curated collection of Scandinavian design furniture and accessories is complemented with honest, responsive, and thoughtful customer service that's dedicated to both the trade and to the home.
We’d love to hear from you. Drop us a line at hello@battenhome.co or find more inspiration on Pinterest.