This is how you set up a Hygge garden
Do you also dream of an outdoor space where time seems to stand still? A place where, surrounded by soft cushions and the warm glow of candles, you enjoy a good book or a long evening with friends? Then a Hygge-style garden is exactly what you are looking for.
Hygge (pronounced hie-guh) is the Danish secret to happiness. It revolves around coziness, comfort, and celebrating the little moments. Although we often associate this with cozy living rooms and hot chocolate by the fireplace, you can perfectly translate this feeling to your outdoor space. In this blog, we take you into the world of Scandinavian outdoor living and give you concrete tips for designing a garden in Hygge style.
What exactly is a Hygge style garden?
The core of a Hygge garden is an atmosphere that invites relaxation. It is the opposite of a sleek, clinical garden. In a Hygge outdoor space, everything revolves around organic shapes, natural materials, and an abundance of textiles. It should feel like an extension of your living room, but with the fresh scent of grass and flowers.
This style is inextricably linked to the broader Scandinavian interior style, where minimalism and warmth go hand in hand. Are you still looking for the right foundation for your outdoor space? Then check out our garden inspiration page for more examples of atmospheric outdoor retreats.
The basis of a Hygge garden:
- Natural materials: Think of untreated wood, rattan, and natural stone.
- Soft lighting: No bright floodlights, but lanterns, string lights, and, of course, fire.
- Excess textiles: Throws, outdoor rugs, and lots of cushions.
- Greenery that embraces: Plants with soft textures and swaying grasses that offer privacy.
5 Steps to a Hygge Outdoor Space
1. Create cozy nooks
In a large, open garden, it is difficult to create that sense of security. Therefore, divide your garden into small 'rooms'. Use a wooden pergola, a low hedge, or large planters to create an intimate seating area. A comfortable lounge set is indispensable for this. At our garden stores, you will find various pieces of furniture that perfectly complement this natural look.
2. Warmth and fire as the centerpiece
Nothing is more 'hygge' than sitting together around a fire. A fire bowl or a stylish outdoor fireplace forms the heart of your garden. It not only provides warmth during cooler Dutch evenings but also creates that hypnotic, soothing light we love so much.
3. Texture and tactility
Decorating a garden in hygge style means playing with textures. Combine a rough wooden table with soft sheepskins (synthetic works too, of course!) and linen cushions in sand colors. By layering different materials, you create that typical hotel-luxury look that still feels very personal.
4. Lighting: The mood setter
As soon as the sun sets, the hygge garden truly comes to life. Opt for warm-white LED lighting in the form of lanterns in the trees or a string of lights above the dining table. Combine this with pillar candles in glass lanterns for a serene atmosphere.
5. A seamless transition from inside to outside
Hygge is about comfort, and that starts right at the threshold. Ensure your interior style extends outdoors. Do you have a light, Scandinavian living room inside? Then carry those colors through to your terrace. For those who need help creating this unity, a visit to our furniture stores is highly recommended.
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Trends: The 'New Nordic' outdoor style
Currently, we see the classic Hygge style being combined with modern, sustainable elements. Think of recycled wood and modular outdoor benches that you can adjust to the position of the sun. The 'edible garden' is also a trend: by planting herbs and berry bushes close to your seating area, you stimulate the senses and create a pure, rural experience.
Come experience the Hygge atmosphere in Amsterdam
You shouldn't just see a Hygge-style garden; you should feel it. Everything looks beautiful in the brochures, but how does that lounge set really feel? How does the texture of that outdoor rug feel? At Woonmall Villa ArenA in Amsterdam, you will find more than 50 home furnishing stores under one roof. Whether you are looking for that one perfect outdoor lamp, a complete garden set, or inspiration for your bathroom or kitchen, you will find it all here within walking distance of each other.