Tuesday, April 11, 2017

Rocking the 'greige' in a Swedish apartment

Wake-up it's a beautiful morning.... at least it feels like it inside this Swedish apartment.  Decorated from head to toe in this season's interior colour: 'greige' and furnished with items in soft white and light wood, this bright Gothenburg home looks way bigger than its 42 square metres (452 square foot) suggests. Could you imagine returning to this wonderful, calm oasis each day?











Photography: Jonas Berg. For sale through Stadshem

Just lovely, don't you think?

Get the look from this Gothenburg space: sitting room - söderhamn sofa, Cos X Hay pion lamp (love this!), Hay tray table. office - Series-7 chair (also seen in dining area). bedroom: white linen duvet cover and grey linen pillow.

I really like the narrow bench in the hallway giving just enough space to sit down and pull on your boots - perfect! Is there anything that stands out to you?

I'm curious.... what do you think about the 'greige' trend? This beautiful Swedish space might help you make up your mind. If it's a thumbs up, you might find this guide to greige helpful. Tempted?

Have a lovely day!

PS I'll be back later to announce the winner of the Palm Print give-away (watch this space). And tomorrow, it's time for the My Scandinavian Home Easter edit - get that craft kit ready - these ideas are more simple and beautiful than ever - eeeee

Friday, April 7, 2017

An elegant Malmö home in calming green

Tjoho! As you know, I'm very proud of my home city of Malmö (see my city guide here!) and I always feel a flutter of excitement when a beautiful home pops up in da hood! This 1920's apartment is located in Davidhalls Torg - a lovely square in the centre of town fringed with small independent businesses including an antiques shop, vintage clothes boutique, a barbers and a whole host of cafés and restaurants - with tables and chairs spilling out onto the pavement. And high above you'll find this oasis. Painted in soothing white and green, the owners have used glass cabinets to keep everything on display, yet safely hidden away. Wooden furniture adds warmth while soft linen textiles add a beautiful softness to the space which can only be described as a picture of a calm.












For sale through Bjurfors

Ahhhh, so lovely.

The owners have achieved the perfect balance, don't you think?

Did you see it's for sale too? Come and join us!

Get the look from this lovely Malmö apartment: IKEA sells a similar white glass cabinet. Le Sac en papier, This magenta kimono would look pretty against the green wall, white linen table cloth (beautiful!) and pure linen bedding (I love this off-white linen throw / blanket too).

The look and feel of the space reminds me a little of Artilleriet studio and the home of the owners behind the store. Beautiful!

Have a lovely day!

Thursday, April 6, 2017

A monochrome Swedish pad with a soft touch

Hi de hi campers! I have to say, I've been more than a little optimistic with my time lately - and with a flying trip to Salone del Mobile in Milan on the cards for tomorrow (very excited!), I'm not quite sure how I'm going to fit everything in! But the beauty of blogging about interiors is that it forces me to take 15 minutes out of the day to relax and feel inspired - I hope you feel the same way when you stop by! Today I wanted to share this Swedish space with you. The lovely apartment combines simple, minimalist style with a light, soft touch. Think monochrome, subtle florals and warm pools of sunlight. What a perfect place for a breather!








Styling By Bon. For sale through Bjurfors.

Oh so lovely, and so effortless too. Must be the magic touch of By Bon!

Get the look: söderhamn sofa from IKEA, source a similar floral print here, Lilla Åland chairs, this vase is similar.  Please feel free to add to this in the comment section below!

I'd love to linger but sadly I've got to dash off today - but if you'd like to hang around for a while why not take pour yourself a coffee, sit back and feel inspired by these beautiful Finnish, Danish and Norwegian homes.

Have a lovely day!

PS There's a fab give-away here right now!

Monday, April 3, 2017

A fresh and light-filled Swedish pad

Hej hej! How was your weekend?! We had a lovely, relaxing time at the summer cottage - except for an hour or two following a burst pipe. I did learn a few new Swedish expletives from my ordinarily calm husband though so all was not lost!  It made sitting by the fire in the evening all the more rewarding too! Back home again and my thoughts are turning to the first flushes of spring - and a shiny new month - APRIL! Hurrah! This definitely calls for a beautiful, fresh, light-filled don't you think? This lovely pad in Gothenburg, Sweden is currently for sale through Stadshem. I love the contrast of traditional wood paneling and wallpaper in the kitchen with the clean, organised feel of the sitting room - and of course the serene looking bedroom.....












Photography: Jonas Berg for sale through Stadshem

Is there anything you love in particular about this space?

Get the look from this Gothenberg home: kitchen - wallpaper, gubi semi pendant, ant chair, bentwood chairs. Sitting room - this macrame wall hanging is similar, series 7 chair, cross blanket, le lampe gras wall light is similar, Gotland sheepskin throw. Try The Poster Club for similar art. bedroom - light box (love this!), source pure bed linen in beautiful earth tones here

This home reminds me a little of Johanna Bradford's apartment with it's delightful mix of vintage and modern (as well as lots of wallpaper inspiration) - don't you think?

Looking to create a feature wall in your home with wallpaper? Try this archive for lots more inspiration!


Have a great start to the week!

Friday, March 31, 2017

A Swedish apartment in cool, calm, icy tones

I do love a Friday! But isn't it just so hard to concentrate?! It doesn't help that it's turning into a beautiful spring day outside and the birds are calling my name (I'm sure of it!). To get us in the mood for the weekend I've opted for an incredibly calm apartment in Gothenburg today. The space has been decorated in beautiful icy tones throughout resulting in a striking look reminiscent of trees silhouetted against a stark winter landscape in the North of Sweden. Enjoy!












Photography by Anders Bergstedt. Styling Ingela Berg. For sale through Entrance.

What lovely tones! I'm feeling all calm and ready for the weekend now, how about you?!

Get the look: Kitchen - Superfront cabinet frontsUnfold pendant light. Sitting room - keep an eye out for a vintage leather mid-century chair here. Dining area: Ant chair.

You can see more of this lovely apartment here (and even snap it up - yes, it's for sale!).

And finally, four links I thought you'd like:

Hair today art tomorrow. Brilliant! 

New trend alert: matching mother and daughter clothes. I might stop at a bunny ears hairband (but how cute for a small one?!).

Imagine spending the weekend at this cabin, though. 

Have a lovely day!

PS  Don't forget to stop by over the weekend, I've got an a-ma-zing exclusive offer for you which I think you're going to be super excited about! Watch this space!

Wednesday, March 22, 2017

An elegant Malmö home in calming green

Tjoho! As you know, I'm very proud of my home city of Malmö (see my city guide here!) and I always feel a flutter of excitement when a beautiful home pops up in da hood! This 1920's apartment is located in Davidhalls Torg - a lovely square in the centre of town fringed with small independent businesses including an antiques shop, vintage clothes boutique, a barbers and a whole host of cafés and restaurants - with tables and chairs spilling out onto the pavement. And high above you'll find this oasis. Painted in soothing white and green, the owners have used glass cabinets to keep everything on display, yet safely hidden away. Wooden furniture adds warmth while soft linen textiles add a beautiful softness to the space which can only be described as a picture of a calm.












For sale through Bjurfors

Ahhhh, so lovely.

The owners have achieved the perfect balance, don't you think?

Did you see it's for sale too? Come and join us!

Get the look from this lovely Malmö apartment: IKEA sells a similar white glass cabinet. Le Sac en papier, This magenta kimono would look pretty against the green wall, white linen table cloth (beautiful!) and pure linen bedding (I love this off-white linen throw / blanket too).

The look and feel of the space reminds me a little of Artilleriet studio and the home of the owners behind the store. Beautiful!

Have a lovely day!