Known for its simplicity, functionality and craftsmanship, Scandinavian design was first introduced to the United States in the 1950s, yet it has become increasingly popular over the last decade.

These design masterworks reveal the origins of Scandi style – and they all emerge from a distinctive vision of "soft modernism" that still influences how we live now.

The obsession with all things Scandinavian shows no sign of waning. Whether it’s their minimalist interiors, enviable work-life balance or superior taste in baked goods, we all want a bit more Scandi ...