I will be the first to admit that my threshold for minimal Scandinavian design is nearing its limits. While part of me really truly appreciates the clean, minimalist style, sometimes it goes a bit too far and feels impersonal to me. But if there’s one thing that can remedy that problem… it’s an abundance of plants.

a black and white scandinavian home with indoor-outdoor charm | via coco+kelley

And a whimsical antique chandelier, too.

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For all the green outside, there’s an equal amount of white inside, but what I really love is the way the black exterior adds drama and contrast to the natural plants and the bright indoors.

a black and white scandinavian home with indoor-outdoor charm | via coco+kelley all black patio with dining area in this scandinavian home tour | via coco+kelley a black and white scandinavian home with indoor-outdoor charm | via coco+kelley

I’m kind of dying over this indoor/outdoor vibe here, not to mention the obvious green thumb the owner must have.

a black and white scandinavian home with indoor-outdoor charm | via coco+kelley

I would love to have a space like this where – rain or shine – I could feel like I was enjoying the outdoors. I’m also obsessed with the whole black-on-black thing lately outdoors.

a black and white scandinavian home with indoor-outdoor charm | via coco+kelley

And, of course, this fresh little workspace would be a welcome haven for tackling email, don’t you think? I’m just going to pretend I’m here for the rest of the day…

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