We spoke to interior designer Bretchje Troost about bringing Scandinavian ideas and principles into the design of her Amsterdam home 🏡 interiordesign
And even if minimalism is not your thing, the importance of light and choosing pieces for harmony, that everyone can get behind. We spoke to Dutch interior designer Brechtje Troost, on why Scandinavian design appeals to her, and how she has filled her Amsterdam home with meaningful and timeless pieces, to encourage peace and warmth.I had an overall mood that I wanted to capture – because I live on a busy street in a dynamic area of Amsterdam, my home needed to be serene.
Space and light were the two most important themes in the design, both make me feel at peace and happy. The white floor works like a mirror and reflects the light. It’s like a snowy landscape, which is something that always makes me happy as well. I decided to make the space as open as possible – there are three windows on the street side, so I put the living area in the brightest and noisiest area.
Scandinavian design never bores me. It’s classic and timeless. The colours, the people, and the atmosphere on the streets inspire me every time i’m there. I get the impression that people there live closer to nature – hygge is an important part of the culture, and I think it’s what makes them the happiest people on earth . That’s probably what I feel when I’m there, it feels like home.When a home has a story, it makes it feel more personal. For me, that’s the most important part of a home.
I also like to work with second hand treasures that I find on markets or even on the streets, like the white sideboard or the rattan bar chair. I like mid-century design, as the soft shapes, lines and colours look friendly. My wooden sideboard is an original Danish design from the 50s that I found in a second hand design store in my neighbourhood.We consume way too much nowadays. The amount of stuff that we buy is another thing that I believe needs to slow down.
And a last tip that was useful for me…give all your belongings their own place. In that way you keep your home tidy, as well as your mind. I’m a fan of Marie Kondo, and since I tidied my home with her
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