This 100-square-metre (1000 square foot) turn-of-the-century apartment sits on the top floor of an Art Nouveau building, and while the living spaces are kept fairly calm and neutral, there’s a joyful burst of colour waiting in the bedroom. The 3.4-metre-high ceilings allow light to pour in, but what truly caught my eye was the mix of furniture and lighting – a beautiful blend of designer pieces and vintage finds, some perfectly in tune with the era of the architecture itself. And then there’s the balcony, dressed with a chintzy parasol and hues reminiscent of a glowing sunset.
Other details worth lingering over are the wood panelling (something I’m seriously considering for the cottage right now) and the soft green shade framing the kitchen window. I’d love to try something similar in our home in Malmö, but since it dates from 2001 and lacks period features, I think I’ll simply admire this modern touch from afar — at least for now. What do you say?
I hope this Swedish apartment has given you a few ideas for your own home and that the links were helpful (even if we aren’t blessed with 3.5-metre-high ceilings!).
Were there any lamps or pieces of furniture you were particularly fond of? Perhaps you have a favourite piece at home? I’m often asked that in interviews, and I used to say this vintage trolley (remember it? Such a blast from the past!). These days, it’s my Plico armchair (even though I don’t get to sit in it very often, as it’s so popular with everyone in the family!).
Before I shoot off, perhaps you’d like to see a few more homes today?
Very cozy, calming and thoughtful space. I really like the mix.
ReplyDeleteI love every inch of this apartment, I love the era it was built in and the furnishings and lamps are wonderful
ReplyDeleteI love the return of the color green as seen in the guest bedroom and as accent colors in the other rooms.
ReplyDeleteSuch cute clover wallpaper! Love the parasol!! : > )
ReplyDeleteAnd the front door is to die for!! : > )
ReplyDeleteBeautiful apartment with great ‘bones’. So bright too.
ReplyDeleteI love the brown sheepskin chair and footstool in the living room. Pre-covid, my husband and I stayed in a lovely hotel near the train station in Malmö. We had one of these chairs in our room - so comfortable. Pirjo
ReplyDeleteSuper natural lighting.
ReplyDeleteAll the beautiful natural light! They really capitalize on it in this apartment. The front door is magnificent. So is the paneling. I think the soft green trim would look nice in your current home, but you are the expert!
ReplyDeleteAs an American, the word 'apartment' means a rental. I realize that it's a cultural interpretation, not shared by others living elsewhere. The light fixures and furniture selection make me guess that this is a home, wholey owned by someone. It's a beautiful hi-end home, one that I can only dream about living in. Thanks, Niki.
ReplyDeleteHow cute is this? I love the master bedroom and balcony set up.
ReplyDeleteLike walking through creamy vanilla ice cream ;)
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