Family holiday homes don't get chicer than the Archipelago House. Built by Norm Architects, the architecture and interior design "embody both Scandinavian and Japanese aesthetics." In other words, the house is the epitome of cozy minimalism.
The Copenhagen-based firm designed a quarter of pine-wood volumes that seamlessly blend with the surrounding vegetation. All have gabled roofs, communicating a rather rustic sensibility. The interior design of the space relies on natural materials and muted colorways, facilitating a pared-back aesthetic. From the handleless oak cupboard to the stone tiles, the stylistic decisions remain true to the Scandinavian-Japanese fusion.
In addition, Norm Architects worked closely in collaboration with Karimoky Case Study—a sister brand of Japanese manufacturer Karimoku—on some of the furniture choices that adorn the interior of the family holiday home.
Minimalist Family Holiday Homes
Norm Architects Complete the Perfect Pine-clad Getaway
Trend Themes
1. Cozy Minimalism - There is an opportunity to design and market cozy minimalist style homes to families who prefer a simple and comfortable holiday atmosphere.
2. Natural and Muted Colorways - There is an opportunity for home decor and paint companies to develop and promote natural and muted colorways that align with Scandinavian and Japanese aesthetic preferences.
3. Sustainable Architecture - There is an opportunity for architects and builders to promote sustainable architecture and the use of natural materials in building family holiday homes.
Industry Implications
1. Homebuilding - Homebuilding companies can capitalize on the market for cozy minimalist style homes by developing and marketing holiday homes with sustainable design and natural materials.
2. Home Decor - Home decor companies can capitalize on the trend towards natural and muted colorways by developing and promoting decor items that align with Scandinavian and Japanese aesthetic preferences.
3. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers can capitalize on collaborations with architects and interior designers to create furniture that complements the cozy minimalist style of family holiday homes, particularly those made with sustainably sourced materials.