An elegant Swedish space with a crackling fire

I thought I'd check in today with a truly elegant Swedish space with high ceilings, period features and lovely natural light. I can almost hear the sound of music from the piano, the crackle of the fire and a slow coffee brewing in the kitchen! Oh how I'd love to be hiding out from the cold and darkness here in Sweden under that blanket by the fire today (possibly tucking into one of these (or perhaps this variety?! Hang on - a cronut? why haven't I heard of these before?). Er, sorry. Moving on swiftly with the  tour...

Photography Jonas Berg. Styling: Stil & Rum. Entrance.

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It's fun seeing mosaic tiles as a kitchen splash back rather than on the bathroom floor - what a great feature?!Source similar at Bert & May.

Is there anything that stands out to you?

I also love this elegant Stockholm home in black and navy (oh, the drama of it!).

Is it just me or is Christmas slowly creeping into your Pinterest feed? You may have noticed that I'm holding out on festive posts for now. When the time is right though, I'll be making this pretty door decoration, to spread a little love to everyone passing by my door.

Have a lovely day!

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A fabulous mid-century modern home in Los Angeles

This a-ma-zing Los Angeles Home of stylist Jessica De Ruiter was shot by Pia Ulin for Kinfolk Home - interiors for slow living. How apt. I could do just that in this space - starting with the pool! At first I was struck by the fabulous architecture (the home was built in 1953), and then I peeped inside and fell in love with the decor too.  Formerly an artist's home and studio, the family have adapted the Silver-Lake home to their needs but kept many of the original features. I love the earthy tones and soft textures and will you just look at that built in sofa, nook, and storage as well as the classic mid-century pieces? What a truly inspiring space...

Photography: Pia Ulin - shared with kind permission. Kinfolk Home.

This is such a dream space. I could absolutely live 'slow' here - could you?!

A few items I know and love: Safari chair. Pick up original mid-century chairs at Live Auctioneers. Houseology sells super soft neutral toned blankets like these. White sheepskin rugs/ throws.

Even though I have a tiny garden I still squirrel away lots of swimming pool inspiration here. For that day when... 

More fabulous mid-century inspired homes include a Scandinavian home, a space in Berlin and a Gothenburg apartment. Got to love this style?!

Have a lovely day!

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A stunning Swedish apartment in neutrals

I noticed on one of my favourite Norwegian blogs yesterday that they've received their first dusting of snow up there - brrrrr!  There isn't any in the South of Sweden yet (although I'd love some to arrive in time for Christmas) but it is getting a tad dark. I think that's why I love this Swedish home today - it has a beautiful warm glow to it. The neutral shades. the rattan, the wood. The parquet flooring. And of course, the room used as an artist's studio. Not to mention the prettiest cat! Can you spot her?!

Entrance. Anders Bergstedt

What a stunning space?

Did you spot the kitty cat?! She's super cute (and fits right in amongst the greys!) - incidentally Off black by F&B is a similar paint hue to that gorgeous dark grey on the guest bedroom wall.

Items I know and love: &tradition mass light, flos 265 lamp, DLM side table, source a similar macrame wall hanging here. Safari daybed. Brass dumling table lamp (although I think I prefer this fine specimen of a floor lamp!), sheepskin throw, Fancy finger pillow. 
 
The man and I are planning a three day hike in Norway next year (I've been waiting to do a hut to hut as long as I can remember). The lodging is going to be uber important to rest my weary feet (next to a roaring fire of course!)- I'm imagining it to look like this rustic cabin hide-away?! If that's the case - better extend it to a week?! Cabin tips welcome!

Do you have any holiday plans for next year? 

Have a lovely day!

PS I snuck in a late night post of a Zen Swedish home yesterday (in case you missed it....).

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A Zen Swedish space

Evening! I've just been on a lovely train ride through the skåne countryside  - the views were beautiful - one day I might try to capture some of the scenery out of the window and post it on IG. I even passed a sauna floating in the middle of a lake - accessed only by rowing boat! Anyway, I thought I'd nip in with an extra post this evening - a Swedish home tour courtesy of Hitta Hem. The space has been decorated in wood and greys throughout. The beauty is in the details - I love the oversized Bell lamp over the dining table and delicate plants. Let's take a peek.

Hitta Hem

This space has such a zen feel with the linens, rattan and calming greys don't you think?

The roughly painted headboard would make a great DIY project. Other simple yet fab DIY ideas include this hallway 'cloud' mat, a polka dot wall, and for a little luxury - how about a fab walk in wardrobe?! Yes please!

Items I know and love: Bell lamp in grey, pitcher by IKEA, this vintage chopping board is similar, japanese tea pot, Z1 pendant light, rattan chair, sheepskin rug, dark grey 'washed' linen bedding. Chunky knit blanket.

Also loving this grey and white bedroom.

Have a lovely evening!

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