The perfect Swedish studio apartment for one!

Hello there! I hope you had a wonderful weekend? The sun was shining here in Sweden so there was a lot of swimming in the sea and messing about on boats, such a happy time! I hope the sun is shining where you are too? I love how in this Swedish studio, the beautiful floor to ceiling arched windows drench the space in sunlight - and there's even a perfect little window nook from which to enjoy it!  The space also offers great inspiration if you're looking to kit out a studio apartment. The single occupant has a cosy spot to sit, sleep, and eat - as well as a little breathing space in a mere 31 square metre (333 square foot) - all the while keeping the room super stylish - så klart!

Styling: By Bon Interior. For sale through Bjurfors. 

I quite fancy a morning coffee in that spot in the window right now, how about you?!

Get the look: window nook - grey sheepskin, this brass lamp is similar. sitting area: section of the Söderhamn sofa from IKEA, these brass side tables are similar. dining area: bentwood chairs. Bedroom area: source similar stonewashed bedding in lovely muted tones here.

If you're looking to furnish a one room apartment you can always take a slow morning and browse my small spaces archive. It's amazing what you can do with the tiniest of rooms!

Have a lovely, sunny start to the week!

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A house that invites the sunshine in!

Having experienced twelve long, dark Swedish winters - it's safe to say I've become slightly obsessed with light. As a result, I've done everything possible to draw every last drop of sunlight into my home (lightened the floors, white washed the walls and knocked down walls) and I've even written a book about it! So imagine how excited I was when I discovered the Melbourne home and studio of architect Andrew Maynard, inspired by a wish to need to wear sunglasses indoors?! Told by his doctor that a lack of light could be partially to blame for his work-related stress, Andrew and his partner decided to create a space which would bathe them in 'sunlight' and drench them in 'vitamin D'. And just to be sure it truly captured that 'bright (bright) sunshiney day' feeling, he added splashes of sunny yellow for good measure!















Architecture: Andrew Maynard Architects. Photography: Tess Kelly. Found via Dezeen with thanks.

What a great concept?!

Would you consider doing this in your home? As Andrew readily admits, there are limitations with a design like this - such as letting the sunshine in, in places where there definitely shouldn't sunshine! But the sunny yellow colour and abundance of light ure does put a smile on your face, right?

Look out for the inspiring space-saving ideas and clever solutions too - such as book shelves above doors and shelves built into the stairs - love!

Is there anything that stands out to you?

I just realised it's been absolutely ages since I shared a home with splashes of yellow - I even had to root around to find the archive -if you're in a sunny mood and feel like a little more 'yellow' interior inspiration here it is (if this home comes up first just scroll passed it!).

Oh and before I head off - sorry if I've seen a little rushed this week, I'm in the final stages of a big project and it's been a bit hectic (my family will tell you that's an understatement!) - including a computer crash yesterday (how much do you dread the words - "have you backed-up your hard drive"?!). But do you know what? It's all cool.... and it's friday people, FRIDAY - woohoo! I hope you've got some great things planned?

Have a lovely sunny weekend!

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The relaxed, boho home of Paloma Lanna

Tjohooo!  I do love a boho vibe don't you? This lovely Spanish home belongs to Paloma Lanna - the founder of Paloma Wool. It's fair to say the entire space has the most beautiful bones (those tiles, that ceiling height, the period features... everything!). And then Paloma has gone and filled it with the most wonderful blend of vintage and flea market finds - resulting in a relaxed, eclectic home that's truly personal. Enjoy!

Photography: César Segarra / @cesarsgr shared with kind permission. Found via Blissful Blog. 

What an incredible space - could you imagine living somewhere like this?

Get the look: Söderhamn sofa covered with stonewashed linen. Macrame plant hanger, source vintage mid-century side-tables here.

Definitely take a mo to check-out out Paloma's work and store here!

I also love this bohemian home in Marseille, the relaxed home of a florist and boho family home in Florida.

Have a lovely day!

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An itsy bitsy Stockholm pad with bags of style!

Living spaces are diminishing in size as more of us choose to live in urban areas. With this, comes a flurry of new furniture specifically designed for smaller spaces. Swedish estate agent ESNY has recently released a series of teeny new 29 square metre (312 square foot) apartments. Styled to perfection, the spaces include slimmed down sinks, cabinets and side-tables and clever light filtering pieces such as mirrors and glass walls. Great inspiration for anyone looking to decorate an apartment with limited space (or moving to Stockholm for that matter!) Oh and I love the blue, grey, black and white palette - so beautiful, don't you think?

For sale through ESNY.

I wish I'd seen this bathroom before I designed our tiny downstairs one, could have used a few ideas! And that sofa is FAB, don't you think? (This one is similar - just saying!)!!

Is there anything you love in particular about this space? 

Get the look: sitting room - round mirror, brass Skultuna Lily candlestick holders (they're a real Swedish classic), pick up a beautiful Beni Ourain rug here. Bedroom - snoopy lamp. Dining area: Skultuna candlesticks, The Poster Club sells nice prints with architect drawaings.

If you're loving the blue you might just want to check out this page (scroll passed this place if it comes up first!).

Have a lovely day!

PS Wonderful if you can let me know if your experiencing anything odd with the new design - would love to hear from you if so!

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