Northern Comfort: The Nordic Art of Creative Living

Northern Comfort: The Nordic Art of Creative Living discovers the secrets of Scandinavian lifestyle and tries to find out why Nordic design, architecture and way of life inspire people around the globe. The main focus of the book is on interior design but it also provides insights into Nordic nature, kitchen traditions and art. The book is published by Gestalten and it is filled with large, visually appealing photos.

Northern Comfort takes a close look at some of the Nordic region’s most inspiring and insightful ideas and individuals. The Nordic Art of Life has become a role model for meaningful creative life around the globe. Scandinavian design and creativity are synonymous with cozy homes and architecture that combine style with tradition, indoors with outdoors, natural materials with rich colors, and playfulness with clarity. The Nordic countries are famous for their designers and entrepreneurs, who combine diligent preparation with bold execution in all fields of contemporary creativity, like design, architecture, fashion, and food. Northern Comfort – The Nordic Art of Creative Living brings together the people, endeavors, and ideas that best embody this way of life, focusing on interior design while also venturing into the outdoors, the kitchen, and the atelier. It presents a kaleidoscope of northern talent that is both admirable and inspiring. Get comfortable and follow us on this journey up north.

Established in Berlin in 1995, Gestalten is a modern German publishing house with a strong focus on aesthetics and graphic design. Gestalten has published over 600 boldly illustrated and creatively designed books on themes such as architecture, design, food, travel and contemporary art.