Are you in the mood for something cosy today? If so, activate your "do not disturb" - this Swedish country home is as 'mysigt' as can be!
Emilia Nilsson lives with her family in a characterful early 20th century house with "worn wood floors and lots of laughter" in the Småland, countryside in south Sweden.
Done up little by little, the house oozes charm from every corner with its beautiful selection of wallpaper, traditional earthy tones and simple array of natural materials. But best of all, the relaxed home is designed to be lived in - and a space where children can play freely, and dogs and cats are invited to lounge.
Ready to see inside?
Traditional deep red, sage green and off white have been combined on the exterior for a warm look that fits with its surroundings.
The large porch can be used for potting and lounging rain or shine.
One of the things I love about Scandinavian furniture is that's designed to for functionality first and looks second. Just as this cat has discovered!
Furniture built from solid wood will stand the test of time since it can be sanded down and refurbished - so it will never look tatty.
The wallpaper from Ulricehamns Tapetfabrik is made in Sweden - so pretty, don't you think?
The circular window is a real showstopper! I love that Emilia has made it a feature by creating a quiet place to sit and reflect or read a book while looking out over the garden. The wallpaper is from Boråstapeter.
Emilia has used wallpaper from Ulricehamns Tapetfabrik as a backdrop to sleep and play in the children's bedroom.
Last summer, Emilia and her friend Clara started a small flower boutique for passersby. I think I got around 5 flowers in total in our summer cottage garden this summer so to have an abundance of flowers to sell like this would be the ultimate dream!
It looks well manned by the resident kitty too!
So charming! I love how much soul this home has, it's put me in such a great mood for the start of the week. I hope this tour has given your Monday a lift too!
You can see more pictures and find out the sources for wallpaper and other items over on Emilia's instagram @millansvilla.
Is there anything that stood out to you?
Why not take a peek inside a few other country homes today? I love:
Have a great start to the week!
Niki
Photography courtesy of @millansvilla, shared with kind permission.
Nothing like a house full of pets to start the week off right!
ReplyDeleteYou are so right! :)
DeleteEvery home on MSH is characterful:)
ReplyDeleteMe second your thoughts on furniture and wood. They get prettier with age. Those little garden beds. Some older homes come with such loveable spacious bathrooms, so helpful with little ones. Beautiful wall paper and such a lovely home. Our resident kitty must be well mannered too, nothing knocked out.
I love your observations, thank you for sharing! The large bathrooms are wonderful - I have always dreamt of a large bedroom in an old home with a claw foot tub in the centre of the room and a chest-of-drawers for a sink cabinet! One day...
DeleteI can imagine myself curled up on the couch with a good book, just whiling away the afternoon with a striped cat warming my feet!! : > )
ReplyDeleteA perfect afternoon!
DeleteAw, the cat looks like our Pippa kitty cat. The dog is adorable, too. I laughed at the above comment about the well-mannered cat (since our cats aren't always well-mannered!).
ReplyDeleteThis is yet another charmer of a home. I especially love the window nook and you would have to fight me for the chair. :) The vintage art in the children's room is sweet. This home looks like a great place to raise a family.
Yes! So fun with the well-mannered cat comment. I once had a cat called Fredrik-bo who was anything but well-mannered, eventually he went off in a huff ands never came back!
DeleteThe window nook is lovely - the window is such an eye-catcher!
The wicker chair in the nook with the window would be just purr-fect for knitting and daydreaming.
ReplyDeleteIt would! That nook is made for big things - the window is so amazing! You can could just sit there and watch all the seasons go by.
DeleteBeautiful home and cats make everything more cozy. :)
ReplyDeleteThe chair in the window is totally dreamy, I would spend hours reading and drinking tea in the chair with my cat, Miss Kitty. Also great for naps. I love a house with cats and dogs.
ReplyDeleteIt is, isn't it! You could juts sit there for hours, especially on a cold rainy autumn day. I love the sound of your home with all your cats and dogs!
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