Come On In to Tina & Henrik's Warm Oslo Home!

There was a major panic moment yesterday. I thought I'd lost my entire blog! I came in to discover completely different content that I didn't recognise, all my posts had vanished, aaand total panic set in! Did anyone else see that?! Thankfully, it turned out to be a momentary glitch courtesy of my web administrator (phew!), but it did make me realise just how precious this little corner of the web is to me!

Anyhow, here I am, all calm has been restored, and just in time for the weekend too. Phew!

And better still, I have a lovely, warm and inviting apartment in Oslo, Norway to share with you today. Home to Tina and Henrik (aka @kirani.home), it has a wonderful, easy charm about it, with soft, earthy tones and a lovely mix of materials, from wood and bamboo to stainless steel. And there are a couple of little micro-trends creeping into Nordic homes right now that I've spotted here too. Keep an eye out and see if you can spot them!

Right, shall we take a peek?

The first is bamboo blinds! Often seen in warmer climes, these have started to pop up in Scandinavian windows of late. These particular lovely handmade ones are from Color & Co.  

The next is a solid wood coffee table. I am not sure where this fine specimen is from, but I recently put this beautiful burl one from Ferm Living into a client's living room, and it looked beautiful!

And finally, the yellow kitchen! We've seen more traditional shades of yellow popping up in older country homes, but now this lovely splash of sunshine is finding its way into modern apartments too. And I, for one, am here for it! How about you?

Lovely, lovely, lovely! Simple yet refined, with some beautiful natural touches that bring in plenty of warmth!

I hope you enjoyed the tour too. Was there anything in particular that caught your eye in Tina and Henrik's home? Will you be bringing any of these little trends into your own home? Or perhaps you're already ahead of the curve!

And while we're on the subject of Oslo, have you ever been? It's not actually that far from Malmö, so I've been a few times over the years and can confirm it's a great city for a weekend getaway, whatever the season!

Fancy peeking behind the facades of a few more homes in the Norwegian capital? Here are some other favourites of mine:

A beautiful Oslo apartment with a four-legged friend
Inside Juni's creative Norwegian home
A Norwegian artist's quirky home

Thank you for all your comments with regard to Christmas (to post or not to post this early!). I think next week would be a 'lagom' time to start - especially as there is apparently snow in the forecast here! In the meantime, here is a really fun festive story I wrote for IKEA! And if you'd like to see some very Scandinavian inspiration this weekend, take a peek inside the MSH Christmas archive. 

I hope you enjoyed pouring over these beautiful Norwegian homes today. Have an absolutely fantastic weekend. Thank you so much for stopping by! 

Niki

Photography: @kirani.home, shared with kind permission.

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A Cosy Danish Home with a Perfectly Imperfect Touch

Throwing in the first snowy picture of the year here. And how pretty is it? No, we don't actually have snow on the ground here (although I have dug out my hat and scarf!), but this lovely scene was captured by Louise Johansen this time last year, so who knows what's around the corner?

I first featured Louise's home back in 2018 here, which is crazy, as I still remember it like it was yesterday! Perhaps you do too? Either way, I thought it was high time for a revisit!

One of the things I love most about Louise's home in Denmark is how wonderfully relaxed it feels. The photos are more like little snapshots of everyday life than carefully styled interiors (for those of you who love a beautifully made bed... look away now!). And her style is perfectly imperfect, with all sorts of quirky, one-off touches dotted about. Keep an eye out for the little vintage lamps, posters, a pretty wall covering from the Craft Sisters and lovely prints by her friend Eline Engen, whose home I featured here. I also love the bold coral coloured bedding - and of course her mischievous kitties! 

Right, shall we take a look around?

Who needs curtains when you've got beautiful autumn leaves to block out the light? Just look at those colours!

Did anything stand out to you about Louise's home? If so, I'd love to hear your thoughts below!

It's always around this point in November that I start wondering if it's too soon for a Christmas post. I've got a couple up my sleeve, but I've been holding off as I'm still clinging on to autumn! How do you feel? Perhaps I could sneak one in next week, and then the Christmas bonanza can begin? I do love a Scandi-style Christmas, do you?

In the meantime, fancy seeing how Louise decorates her home for Christmas? Take a peek here.

Right folks, I need to race off home! I'm currently sitting in a café across town and, being my usual overly optimistic self when it comes to time, should have left about 30 minutes ago. But the coffee and cinnamon buns here are just waaay too good!

Have a lovely evening!

Niki

Photography: @_mernee, shared with kind permission.

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A Cabin Escape in the Norwegian Wilderness

Hei hei, as they say in Norway! Friday calls for an escape, don't you think? And this lovely cabin in Aust-Agder, southern Norway, looks like just the place to get away from it all!

Sissel Bjerga and her family fell in love with this beautiful spot and decided to buy the cabin during the pandemic. They then set about designing a new addition, joining it to the old cabin already on the plot. And what a lovely place they've created! With warm wood, huge windows and views over the lake and forest, it must be such a wonderful place to escape to.

Inside, they've kept things lovely and simple, mixing old and new pieces, including a rustic gateleg table and a big comfy sofa (an absolute must for a cabin, don't you think?). And really, with views like these, you don't need much else!

When they're not curled up indoors, there's plenty to enjoy outside too, from wandering through the forest and picking mushrooms to taking a dip in the lake. 

Here are a few glimpses inside, with a mix of beautiful photographs by Mint Agency and relaxed snapshots of everyday cabin life taken by Sissel herself.

Lovely!It actually reminds me a little of our own cabin (although ours is a bit smaller, and we certainly don't have those magnificent views!). I can definitely imagine hanging out here this weekend, how about you?

One of the things I love most about these little getaways is that you really don't need much. A crackling fire, a cosy sofa and somewhere to cook up something delicious. There's something so relaxing about the simplicity of it all, don't you think?

You can see more of Sissel's beautiful cabin over at @snuppedupp.

And can we just take a moment to appreciate the Norwegian wilderness? If you've never been, it's hard to describe the incredible light, the solitude and the sheer drama of the landscape. It's truly breathtaking, and a dream country to escape to!

Speaking of which, shall we take a peek inside a few more Norwegian cabins? I think you'll love these:

A serene cabin stay in the Norwegian wilderness
A fjordside Norwegian retreat
A beautiful ski chalet in Hafjell, Norway

Thank you so much for all your lovely comments and emails about the new blog design, and for helping me celebrate My Scandinavian Home turning 15 – a true teenager now! I was amazed to hear that some of you have been following along since the very beginning. How wonderful is that? It really means so much!

I hope you all have a lovely, relaxing weekend, whatever you have planned. And as always, thank you for stopping by!

Niki

PS My latest piece for IKEA is out if you fancy a read here - and this time it's all about the IKEA museum, which I had the pleasure of visiting a few weeks ago in Älmhult. I learnt so much about Swedish culture, it was quite incredible! 

Credits Mint Agency & Sissel Bjerga, shared with kind permission.

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A Beautiful Swedish Country Home with a Timeless Touch

Meeeen, hej! Thank you for your patience while I spent time with family over höstlov (the Swedish half-term break). It was such a lovely week, and we even managed to squeeze in a day in Copenhagen (the girls and I) and a trip to Stockholm (Per and I).

And that's not the only thing that's been happening around here! You might just notice something a little different about the blog. If the new design has already gone live, then yes, you're in the right place! I felt it was time to give My Scandinavian Home a little makeover, after all, it turns 15 this week! Can you believe it? I hope you like the new look!

Anyhoooo, you're not here to listen to me waffle on, I'm sure. So, without further ado, allow me to introduce today's home tour! I first featured Evelina Lovisa Lind's beautiful home back in 2023, when it was all decked out for Christmas. It was as pretty as can be, but a lot has happened since then, and I thought it was high time we paid another visit!

Lovisa, founder of sparkling tea company Johlini, lives with her young family and dog in a beautiful country home in Alingsås, a charming town in western Sweden, not far from Gothenburg.

Traditional yet with a lovely modern touch, her home is filled with beautiful vintage finds, pretty floral wallpapers and earthy tones that bring the outdoors in. In fact, there's barely a room without a gorgeous old piece of furniture or a pattern inspired by nature. And isn't there something about that combination of soft colours, florals and natural materials that makes a home feel instantly calm and welcoming?

Of course, the lush green views from the windows help too! Ready to step inside?

So many pretty touches! Much of the wallpaper is from Sandberg, do take a peek at their full collection here, you might just find something lovely for your own home!

I also love how lush and green the garden looks in these pictures. Here in southern Sweden, the trees are now a beautiful mix of fiery oranges and reds, with leaves fluttering to the ground. It won't be long before the trees are bare and nature settles in for its long winter sleep. I'm trying to soak up every last bit of greenery and birdsong before it all disappears for the season!

And just how lovely is this home? Did anything stand out to you in particular? If so, I'd love to hear!

On another note, as the blog transitions to its new design, please do let me know if you spot anything a little strange or not quite working as it should. There may be a few teething problems along the way!

Thank you for your patience, and as always, for stopping by. It means so much to have you here!

Niki

Photography by @lovisaslind, shared with kind permission

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