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A Hygge Home.
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216 students

A Hygge Home.

Danish Interior Design Principles for Cosiness & Comfort.
Created byAna Marcu
Last updated 6/2023
English
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand the concept of Hygge and its significance in Danish culture and interior design.
  • Identify and apply the four principles of Hygge to create a cozy and inviting home atmosphere.
  • Explore the five key elements of Hygge interior design, including ambience, natural materials, textiles, vintage items, and cozy nooks.
  • Gain practical knowledge and tips for incorporating Hygge elements into your home decor.
  • Develop an appreciation for the role of lighting, color schemes, and textures in creating a Hygge-inspired space.
  • Complete a class project, using a worksheet, to personalize your home and make it more Hygge, enhancing comfort and well-being.

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Course content

2 sections • 8 lectures • 39m total length

  • Introduction5:14

    Learn how four Hygge principles—spending time with family and friends, slow living, good food and drinks, and nature—shape home design and daily cozy rituals.

  • Ambience.5:16

    Explore how to create hygge ambience by dimming lights to warm tones, using candle or firelight, and engaging senses with soft music, familiar scents, and natural sounds.

  • Natural materials5:28

    Explore how natural materials like wooden floors, solid wood furniture, wicker, ceramics, and plants create tactile, grounding, hygge-inspired home experiences.

  • Textiles2:29

    Explore how blankets, pillows, and shaggy rugs create hygge through touch, warmth, and intimate acoustics, while soft clothing and woolly socks deepen cozy presence.

  • Vintage3:48

    Explore vintage pieces that carry sentimental value and tell design stories, from handmade craftsmanship and rare wood to antique heirlooms, enhancing a hygge home with character and sustainable charm.

  • The Nook2:27

    Create a cozy hygge nook at home with a seating area, large backrest, pillows, blankets, a lamp, and a side table for a real book and beverage.

  • Class Project12:53

    Assess current hygge activities and decor, then plan future coziness with a worksheet, prioritizing items via impact-effort analysis and reflections on clusters and preferences.

Requirements

  • There are no specific requirements or prerequisites for taking this course. It is designed to be accessible to learners of all levels, including beginners. No prior knowledge or experience in interior design is necessary.

Description

Hygge is a Danish word describing a mood of contentment, cosiness and comfort and it covers many dimensions of a person's life. In this class, I explain the interconnection between Hygge and the Danish culture and focus on the elements of design that make a home, particularly Hygge.

Along the way, you will learn fun facts about Denmark and some great examples of Danish Design.

This class is divided into three parts:

1. The 4 principles of Hygge and the activities that describe them

2. The 5 elements of interior design that make a home, particularly Hygge

These are Ambience, Natural Materials, Textiles, Vintage ( plus Antique and Handmade) things and The Nook.

3. Class project. A worksheet for you to go through and start making your home more Hygge

According to the European Social Survey, the Danes are the happiest people in Europe. While there are many political, cultural and social reasons why that is, Hygge is also one aspect that contributes to that. Hygge is about creating a feeling, not a style, so why not actively design your home for more comfort and cosiness?

For more reading, have a look at the book "The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well." by Meik Wiking.

Who this course is for:

  • People who wish to understand where to focus their attention to create a more cosy and comfortable home.
  • This course is designed for individuals who have an interest in interior design and wish to create a cozy and comfortable home environment. Whether you are a homeowner, renter, or simply looking to enhance the ambiance of your living space, this course is perfect for you.

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