A few summers ago, my family and I had the pleasure of visiting Saltsjöbad, a beautiful area in the Stockholm archipelago. I was bowled over by the nature, but also found myself captivated by how locals can whizz into central Stockholm by boat to go the theatre, shop - or even commute to work! Imagine that?
Perhaps that's why this charming traditional red and white cottage caught my eye today? Nestled in the woods, the pretty abode feels a world away from civilisation - and yet a boat bobbing on the dock means Sweden's capital city is within easy reach. From the exterior you'd guess that the interior is furnished using antiques, vintage finds and family heirlooms with a traditional touch. But it's full of surprises! Let's take a peek inside to discover more.
The black open-style kitchen has a contemporary touch - and the green wood floor givers the space a unique feel.
In the dining room and sitting room, furniture in vibrant green, red and yellow is a nod to the current trends and adds an unexpected playful touch to the interior. I like that!
The landing also offers some surprises with angular furniture and bold hues - as well as a dark wood floor. A wall mounted desk is a great way to create a home workspace in a small area.
Various patterns in the bedroom add a lovely unique touch, while the painted floor mirrors the woodland surroundings.
I love that this cottage offers something unique, it's always fun to see! Plus, I absolutely love the idea of arriving at a summer cottage by boat - what a dream! Do you agree?
The cottage is currently for sale here (just saying!).
What do you think about the 'pop of red' trend? Do you have primary colours in your home?
If you'd like to see a few more Scandinavian cottages by the water today, check out:
Have you been watching the Olympics? I am absolutely loving it! I have a little square up on my screen while I type so I can keep an eye on the synchronised diving!
Have a fabulous start to the week!
Niki
Photography courtesy of Historiska Hem, with thanks.
The blue painted floors are the best! They make the spaces look open and refreshed!
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DeleteYes, they are lovely - not something I would have thought of doing, but what a difference!
DeleteThe bathroom and bedrooms are nice! I like the splash of color in each room, brightens the whole home! Today for us, its similar to the pictures above, very autumny and no... haven't watched the Olympics. A lot to get done!
ReplyDeleteLet's hope the sunshine and warmth returns to you soon - having said that, it's easier to get a lot done when the sun is hiding behind clouds!
DeletePS, I agree with you, the bedroom and bathroom are particularly lovely in this cottage.
DeleteIt would be fun to arrive by boat to a travel destination. I imagine this is a very peaceful setting. I like the use of shelves to maximize storage, as well as the fold-down desk.
ReplyDeleteIt's funny that Terry said the floors are blue--I thought they were green. :)
In answer to your question, I like subtle color but I don't use primary color in my house--having said that, I think that vacation destinations call for a little bit of fun and color is a good way to introduce that!
Maybe blue-green, like the old Crayola crayon color🙂?
DeleteLove that colours can appear differently in other peoples eyes - my husband and I never agree, but I do think he might be colour blind! Either way, the blue / green floor is really lovely!
DeleteI am with you, subtle colours in my home as I love that sense of calm.
I love the assortment of chairs - like the kitchen ones with the mustard painted 'feet'
ReplyDeleteI had missed the mustard feet - so cute!
DeleteLove the serene vibe and the doses of color are nice. They seem to have occasionally (intentionally?) repeated the doses of bright colors with decor items on shelves, which is a nice touch. I like red but haven’t gotten bold enough to add it into my decor. I do dream about paining the dining chairs in the kitchen nook a fairly bright blue and then think I might rather prefer a pale blue instead! Lovely way of life to boat in to work, shop, recreate from such an idyllic location. The outdoor setting looks so appealing.
ReplyDeleteYes, this the repetition will no doubt be intentional. If you repeat a colour two - three times in a space it adds a sense of balance. It's a clever styling trick and a good way to introduce touches of colour.
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