It's Friday, and today is shaping up to be a rather nice one! I'll shortly be heading over the bridge to Copenhagen for the store opening of
Pink Rose, who make the most fabulous lamps, followed by a mooch around town and a visit to a few of my favourite haunts. And really, is there anywhere more relaxed than the Danish capital on a Friday afternoon? I hope you've got some fun plans too!
Before I shoot off, though, I'd love to share this lovely Swedish home belonging to Frida of @lillabonora.
The palette has a similar warm, golden feel to Linnéa's house, which I featured on Wednesday, and the good news is, I actually have some colour codes for you this time, should you feel inspired to get the paintbrushes out this weekend!
There's so much I like about Frida's home. The soft, buttery walls immediately make everything feel warm and welcoming, especially when the sunlight pours in, and I love how she's paired them with natural wood, touches of brown, crisp white and little touches of black. The beautiful original details, from the tiled stove and panelled walls to the ornate doorways and ceiling roses, add so much character without making the space feel too grand or precious.
I'm especially drawn to the little room by the window, with books tucked right up to the ceiling, patterned wallpaper and greenery everywhere. What a spot to sit and work! And can we also take a moment for the dining room chandelier? Quite the showstopper.
Perhaps my favourite thing is the way the same soft palette flows from room to room. It gives the whole home such a calm, cohesive feel without everything being too perfectly matched.
Shall we take a look around?
What a beautiful home! I especially love the light in here, and those warm, golden tones feel just right for this time of year. They’ll surely help carry a little warmth into autumn and winter too, even when the days outside start to turn cold and dark.
And, as promised, here are the paint colours used throughout the home:
- Sitting room with white sofa: walls - Lys toscana (Jotun), ceiling Silke (Jotun), door beside the Kakelugn- Humble yellow (Jotun)
- Dining room: walls - Soft (Jotun), ceiling Silke (Jotun), wainscoting- Croissant (Flügger)
- Wall in front of office area: wall, Soft Jotun, wainscoting - Croissant (Flügger)
I’d love to hear your thoughts on Frida’s home. Is there anything in particular that caught your eye, or any ideas you’ll be taking away with you?
You can see more from Frida over at @lillabonora.
And with that, I’m off to Copenhagen! Trevlig helg, hörni! Have a lovely weekend, all!
Niki
PS: It's been a bit of a busy week, but I am so looking forward to finding a quiet moment this weekend to read through and respond to all your comments. Thank you for adding so much to each post and the positive community here at MSH!
Photography @lillabonora, shared with kind permission.
What an absolutely beautiful home. So elegant and yet so comfortable. I love the lighting and all the choices.
ReplyDeleteSo happy you also enjoyed this tour!
DeleteA really fantastic home!
ReplyDeleteIt really is!
DeleteI desperately want to reach through the photo and move the glass of wine from the banister. 😂 But yes, I agree with everyone, this is a warm and classy home. My favorite part is what appears to me to be a desk area, set up in the sunshine and books, perhaps on an enclosed porch? It would be an amazing spot to take a laptop and a cup of tea and catch up on your life, all while feeling like you are outdoors (but without the wind and bugs).
ReplyDeleteI missed that the first time and had to go back to see it! I was so busy admiring the candle sconce on the wall.
DeleteI completely missed it! I love to drink peppermint tea in bed before I go to sleep and once I left a cup of tea on the stairs while I nipped off to brush my teeth. Per didn't see it, and the entire cup poured through three flights of stairs. Red wine would have been worse!!!
DeleteThat little sitting room/office is just wonderful. It really draws a person in! I love a home with books in book cases and then piled around in other spots as well. The way the yellow ochre is dabbed into each room here or there gives the home a warm glow and a lovely cohesiveness without being boring. That color does lead us into autumn!! It brings out the warmth of the natural floors in a really good way. Thank you for sharing this home. Enjoy your jaunt in Denmark and the rest of the weekend as well!! : > )
ReplyDeleteThe little office is my favourite room - so full of light! Magical.
DeleteLovely home! Would like to have seen an exterior picture along with one showing more of the kitchen space.
ReplyDeleteDo keep an eye on Linnéas instagram feed as she might share more.
DeleteI live in Portland Oregon and love your posts- they translate very well to the geography and mood here. Would it be possible to have the paint colors translated into an American brand or Farrow and Ball? Benjamin Moore is the best American paint - would love to know the equivalent in that brand- Lovely warm colors without looking yellowy. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words.
DeleteI hear you. It's so tricky with paint as you have a different system in the US. I'll look into it and see if there is a way to translate them.
My favorite too, is the little room- office space. Book shelves, greenery, hearing the wind, watching rain and snow, feeling sunlight on one's skin through the open windows. Also love the simple lines in furniture in contrast to the grand architecture ☺The bedroom feels special to me, lamp shade matching the wall paper and pillow, and painted floors.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the day in Copenhagen☺ and the rest of the weekend
Thank you for sharing all these beautiful touches.
DeleteI did indeed have a wonderful day - it's such a great city!
What is the style of tiled fireplace called that we see in so many of these homes? It's magnificent.
ReplyDeleteIt's a 'kakelugn' which is a traditional Swedish tiled stove, designed to store heat and release it slowly, keeping a room cosy and warm for hours with surprisingly little fuel.
DeleteI loved that there is a delicate airiness throughout while feeling substantive. The detailed mouldings (moulding?) are so pretty. I liked the wine rack above the sideboard in the dining room. I would never think to do that, but it’s highly functional and looks attractive there. And then the glimpse of that sweet little arm in it’s sweater with hearts was adorable!
ReplyDeleteThank you for highlighting all these lovely details, I always enjoy reading your observations.
DeleteBeautiful mill work!! I went back and looked again. I’m not sure how I missed the “sweet little arm” the first time through!! : > )
ReplyDeleteYes, so sweet!
DeleteYes, this is also one of my favorite homes. I took note of all the above things, in addition, I thought the table just outside her office door served multiple purposes being created by three stacks of books topped off with a slab of marble!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that this one turned out to be a favourite :)
DeleteI love the living room ceiling light fixture. Does anyone know where I could find it?
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