Final stop for the week: this beautiful family apartment by the harbour in Gröndal, Stockholm - a perfect oasis for Ylva, her husband and their two children Maj and August.
The pad itself is quite the find. Not only does it occupy a corner in a building dating back to 1913 - meaning light from two sides, it also boasts not one, not two, but three beautiful kakelugn (tiles masonry ovens). While bones are important, what you do with it and how it works for you as a family is crucial, and Ylva's home is full of lovely corners and inspiring details. Let's delve a little deeper.
The dining area in the kitchen might not be big, but it certainly looks cosy thanks to built in seating and plenty of natural light.
The cosy sitting room is arranged in a sociable way, with two sofas facing one another and cushions, blankets and a fluffy rug for maximum comfort! Notice the pale yellow and light blue tones which act as a the red thread (refer to my previous post for more info!) throughout the apartment.
A simple wooden IKEA stool can be painted in whatever colour you like and is a great way to add in an extra touch of your chosen accent colour.
The rug from Nordic knots is a nice twist on the usual Jute mat. I have this exact blue Flowerpot lamp by &Tradition in my home too! The bench table is from IKEA.
Baskets are a popular storage choice in Ylva's home - used above to store firewood. I love the addition of the little children's chairs in the sitting room - a sign that are all are welcome and catered for. Keep an eye out for my post soon featuring a wonderful danish design classic which is now available in a children's size. Can you guess which one it is?
A classic Swedish bumling light in brass can be seen over the dining table and mix and matched chairs create an informal, relaxed touch to the space.
Bedding is a fantastic way to quickly update a room (look closely and you'll notice two single duvets instead of one double as is customary in a Swedish home - and something I've expanded on in my book: Lagom*). Here, a yellow duvet cover matches the art work over the bed - and ties the room in with the rest of the flat.
The children's bedrooms are the exact mirror reflection of each other.
Yellow curtains offer a cheerful, sunny feel even when the sky is grey, and an array of baskets make the ideal storage for bears and other bits and bobs (this type of storage is particularly good as children can just chuck things in - which makes tidying up quick and easy).
The yellow and blue theme is carried through to the bathroom in the form of paint work and art, while the maroon chequered floor is a wonderful nod to the age of the building. If you look back through the pictures, you'll notice this hue in other rooms too, albeit in very subtle ways.
All in all, a truly lovely, well thought out home, do you agree? I'd love to hear your thoughts and what you have observed, always so interesting!
If you'd like to see more of Ylva's home, hop on over to @doneriet on instagram where you'll find a ton more images.
Right folks, that's it from me! Lot's to do today with work to finish off, a daughter's birthday to plan (Liv turns sweet 16 tomorrow!) and packing for my trip to Denmark for Formland on Sunday. All fun things, but I'll really appreciate that Friday glass of wine (or two) this evening!
Skål to the weekend!
Niki
Photography: @doneriet, shared with kind permission.
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So pretty and calming - I love this apartment. As with all your posts, I am attracted to the white walls and bright rooms, yet my own home has soft, neutral walls throughout - not a single white room! But it's nice to dream about future homes and admire another style :)
ReplyDeleteI'm moving in! This is a wonderful home. The apartment itself is a find, and Ylva's decorating style really appeals to me. Everything seems connected and thoughtout, and yet still homey. I especially loved the mirrored children's rooms. I mostly have white/buttercream colors on my walls (unlike the above commenter) but much of my wooden furniture is darker wood and in my dreams, I'd go with lighter wood like what is seen here.
ReplyDeleteA very cozy apartment. I recently visited a co-worker's home for the first time (she told me they were inspired by my kitchen remodel [with Ikea's cabinetry] to do their own) and I immediately felt "at home". She assured me that she feels the same way in my house and I am getting the same feeling from Ylva's apartment. Now if only I could get her outfit (I love the stripey jeans)!
ReplyDeleteI love how each home you feature is wonderful because the people who live there have put their personal stamp of style on the architecture.
ReplyDeleteHer apartment does have beautiful light. Each room has a distinct personality and they all work nicely together. I love the standing lamp near the window and the dining room light fixture, too. All of it is lovely, but I’m particularly drawn to the dining area in the kitchen!
ReplyDeletea: Is it the Carl Hansen children's wishbone chair?
ReplyDeleteYlva's home seems effortless, but there is a lot of thought and... stoneware, wood, reed and jute. Yes, the home's beautiful bones are the primary focus in each room...I love that. Observed 'röda tråden' in lamps, vases, art, frames, stool and cushions, brass in the dining kakelugn and light fixture. The living and kitchen were mes favoris.
Happy Birthday, Liv:) Have a wonderful year!
Will look forward to Formland on instagram. Skål för helgen.
Can I just say I love soft buttery yellow? I know not everyone agrees, but I painted some of my walls in it and it is comforting, I think. I love the touches of yellow in this home.
ReplyDeleteI’m curious where people store the wood for the kakelugn when living in an apartment building?
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