I try to show a variation of properties from Scandinavia, so you get a true representation of the region. And today, I was keen to share a traditional 'skånegård'. The farms are found in the southern Swedish county of Scania, where I live and are instantly recognised by their quadrangle shape.
While there are some exceptions (like beautiful Kullaberg), Scania is incredibly flat and its fertile lands are ideal for farming. But flat land also means there is nothing to prevent the wind from whistling across the fields - and while a light breeze on a summer's day might feel welcomed, bone chillingly cold wind in winter is not. A central courtyard, which is protected on all sides is therefore a perfect solution!
While in the olden days many of the wings were used as barns - these days, some owners have chosen to convert them to extra dwellings - even with completely standalone facilities so each family has a private living space. I captured a beautiful one for my book Relaxed Rustic (previously named Modern Pastoral) and today I stumbled across this one in Ystad.
I can tell by the clean surfaces of the interior. that it's been pared-back to sell, but you can still get an ideal of the simple country style. Would you like to take a peek?
Oh, how I'd love to have a property like this to make my own and fill with treasures, how about you? I've never lived in the countryside so I'm not sure if I'd like to live so remote. But it doesn't stop me dreaming.
If you're quick, you can see more pictures of this property here - you'll see that the other wings consist of a dwelling with a completely different style as well as a workshop. Some I've seen also have a party barn!
Would you like to see a couple of other Skånegårds today? Here are some beautiful ones:
Right, I think that's it for the week! We have suddenly got a new wave of great weather here in Malmö, and my Mother, sister and nieces are over from London so we're looking forward to making the most of the sunshine. Can't wait! I hope you have a great couple of days lined up too?
Thank you so much for stopping by this little corner of the web, see you Monday!
Niki
Photography courtesy of Bjurfors with thanks.
Oh yesss! this is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteSo happy you enjoyed this tour!
DeleteI love the idea of the central courtyard! Lovely home. I looked at the posting on the link and see there are charming photos of the house and family who lived there long ago!
ReplyDeleteI missed that, went back in just to take a look - so lovely to see!
DeleteWhat a lovely note to end the week on, a song to the soul, a feast to the eye :)a gorgeous self-sustaining property with an enormous greenhouse and work shed. Stone floors, mud/clay walls? A circular table/light feature tends to bring everything in the room together? So lovely!
ReplyDeleteNothing like sisters. Have a underbar weekend:)
DeleteSo happy this made the end of your week - and thank yo for pointing out all these lovely features, you really brought the interior to life!
DeleteThank you, it was such a wonderful weekend, sadly it went by way to quickly.
DeleteThe brick, wood, and the rough walls (I'm also wondering about them) are fabulous.
ReplyDeleteThe stone walls are beautiful - as thick as anything to buffet the wind!
DeleteShame about the likely conventionally grown grain around the house which are sprayed with toxic synthetic chemicals and fertilizers.
ReplyDeleteLove to hear the history of the homes! Thank you for sharing this property!
ReplyDeleteHappy to hear you love hearing a little about the history of some of these homes. I love how nature plays such a big role in architecture - the climate, hours of sunlight, the contrasting seasons etc. Fascinating!
DeleteOh, does anyone know where I can get the light fitting in the bedroom, please?
ReplyDeleteIt is such a beautiful fitting! it looks like a vintage / antique one - if you do a google image search you might find something similar in your area.
DeletePS If anyone can help provide further details about this particular lamp, please do share.