All Things Bright and Beautiful: Inside a Joyful Danish Home

"All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small." We used to sing that hymn during school assemblies when I was little—maybe you did too. Funny how certain phrases linger in the mind, waiting to resurface at just the right moment. That line popped into my head the instant I stumbled across Tilde’s delightful Instagram feed, @vintherhome, where the Danish creative shares snapshots of her joyfully colourful home.

With 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen just around the corner (the city-wide festival celebrating Danish and international design), my thoughts have naturally drifted toward all things Danish—and design-related. If you're heading there too, I think we’re in for a treat. That’s how I came across Tilde’s vibrant abode just outside the city: a playful blend of bold hues, quirky shapes (palm tree floor lamp, anyone?), and cheerful patterns—all wrapped in that effortlessly calm Scandinavian aesthetic we can’t help but admire.

Oh, and keep an eye out for the “creatures small” too—she has a design-forward wardrobe to match the space!

So joyful! I absolutely love the vibrancy of her home – it gives off so much energy. Do you also appreciate the colours, patterns, and playfulness in Tilde's space?

The floor lamps are fabulous – such great conversation pieces! I wonder if they’re vintage? They’re definitely not something you come across every day.

Was there anything that stood out to you?

Treat yourself to more pictures of Tilde's home here. She has tagged quite a few of the items so you can find the source - but if you're curious and can't find the source, let me know and I'll do my best to help. 

Shall we celebrate more beautiful Danish design today? Here are five beautiful Danish country homes to love. 

I hope you've got some fun plans for the weekend. It's set to be fabulous weather here in Sweden, yay!

Happy Friday! 

Niki

Photography @vintherhome - shared with kind permission.

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Lisa's Playful, Warm and Relaxed Berlin Home

Friday's home tour calls for somewhere that you'd want to pull up a chair and hang out for a while, don't you think? Warm, inviting and relaxed, I think Lisa's Berlin home fits the bill perfectly! 

Located in an altbau (early 20th century) building  the 160 m2 living space has the most wonderful bones (think high ceilings, chequered tiles, beautiful stucco) - but it's the way that Lisa has decorated it that gives it that personal touch. The interior is a blend of Scandinavian design pieces, playful textiles and lovely lamps. A fan of plants and flowers, greenery is never far away despite the urban location. 

Ready for some Friday feels? 

Secret to chasing the winter blues away? Hang a hammock in the window beside palms so you can relax in the sun and pretend you're somewhere tropical! 

If you look closely at Lisa's home, you'll notice lots of playful details, like this curly cushion! 

The apartment is full of the most beautiful light thanks to the large windows and balcony doors. Golden touches seen in the yellow walls and chest-of-drawers help to accentuate the warm feel. 

Colourful rugs add a vibrant touch and look like art for the floor! 

Oh, how I'd love a walk-in-wardrobe like this, how about you? 

Lisa's apartment has really got me in the mood for the weekend, are you feeling it too?

Are there any details that caught your eye? Would you consider having a hammock in your home? 

So many questions today! 

While you ponder your answers, you can see more of this charming Berlin home over at @casa__lottii. 

The German city is known for its creativity and somewhere I love to visit every now and again (it's only around 6 hours drive from Malmö). Here are some other homes I've featured in the past:

My dear friend Igor's beautiful Berlin home
A light-filled family home with a Nordic touch
An edgy Berlin home full of contrast 

Right friends, it's time for me to wrap up here. Thank you so much for stopping by this week, I've loved reading all your comments and happy to hear you have enjoyed the tours! 

Kram!

Niki

Photography courtesy of @casa__lottii, shared with kind permission. 

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A Traditional Swedish Cottage by the Sea with a Splash of Colour

A few summers ago, my family and I had the pleasure of visiting Saltsjöbad, a beautiful area in the Stockholm archipelago. I was bowled over by the nature, but also found myself captivated by how locals can whizz into central Stockholm by boat to go the theatre, shop - or even commute to work! Imagine that? 

Perhaps that's why this charming traditional red and white cottage caught my eye today? Nestled in the woods, the pretty abode feels a world away from civilisation - and yet a boat bobbing on the dock means Sweden's capital city is within easy reach. From the exterior you'd guess that the interior is furnished using antiques, vintage finds and family heirlooms with a traditional touch. But it's full of surprises! Let's take a peek inside to discover more. 

The black open-style kitchen has a contemporary touch - and the green wood floor givers the space a unique feel. 

In the dining room and sitting room, furniture in vibrant green, red and yellow is a nod to the current trends and adds an unexpected playful touch to the interior. I like that! 

The landing also offers some surprises with angular furniture and bold hues - as well as a dark wood floor. A wall mounted desk is a great way to create a home workspace in a small area.  

Various patterns in the bedroom add a lovely unique touch, while the painted floor mirrors the woodland surroundings. 

I love that this cottage offers something unique, it's always fun to see! Plus, I absolutely love the idea of arriving at a summer cottage by boat - what a dream! Do you agree? 

The cottage is currently for sale here (just saying!). 

What do you think about the 'pop of red' trend? Do you have primary colours in your home? 

If you'd like to see a few more Scandinavian cottages by the water today, check out: 

A cosy little Swedish cottage by the sea

A warm and relaxed cottage by the sea

My day at a charming Danish cottage by the sea

Have you been watching the Olympics? I am absolutely loving it! I have a little square up on my screen while I type so I can keep an eye on the synchronised diving! 

Have a fabulous start to the week! 

Niki

Photography courtesy of Historiska Hem, with thanks. 

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This Fabulous Colourful Copenhagen Home is On Airbnb

Hej kompisar! Is it just me, or when planning a holiday or weekend away, the lion's share of the work is in finding the perfect place to stay? I guess it's because, if like me, your environment can add so much to your time away! 

The good news is, if you're visiting the Danish capital, I might have saved you hours (weeks... months...?) of scouring the net! Look no further than this incredible three bedroom apartment in the hip neighbourhood of Vesterbro which features sky high ceilings, beautiful period features, original wood floors and incredible light-filled rooms. 

Owned and run by host Nikolaj Paaby Normand, the abode is filled with incredible one-off pieces, art, make-you-smile colours and a riot of pattern. Needless to say, these pictures taken by Anitta Behrendt, have graced the covers and pages of some of Denmark's finest interior magazines and the airbnb is considered a firm 'guest favourite'. 

Ready to take a nosey around? Step this way! 

Have you ever seen such a colourful dining set arrangement? It works thanks to a very calm backdrop, making it a focal point of the room. 

The apartment is full of one-off pieces which adds intrigue around every corner. 

Colour, texture, and pattern come together in the sitting room, giving the space a relaxed feel. While the furniture and Svenskt Tenn pattern have mid-century appeal. Again, a calm backdrop helps to draw the eye to the centre of the room and ensures the look doesn't become too chaotic. 

A calming blue accent wall appears in the bedroom, while the vibrant quilt and cushion ties the look in with the rest of the living space. 

Oj oj oj - as they say in Sweden. It's one thing seeing an incredible space like this in a magazine, it's another knowing that you can actually stay in it as an airbnb. 

Meet you there?

More information about this Copenhagen apartment on Airbnb. 

Would you like to dream over a few other Airbnbs in Scandinavia? Hey, why not plan an entire tour of the region? Here are a few of my favourites:

A charming Danish summer cabin on North Zealand

A limestone barn on the Swedish island of Gotland

The Stonecutters Farm on the island of Öland

A cosy ski chalet in Hafjell, Norway

A quintessentially Swedish lakeside cottage

Aaaand that's it from me this week. I hope you have a fabulous weekend and the sun shines for you! 

Niki

Photography: Anitta Behrendt

Design / owner: Nikolaj Paaby Normand

Shared with kind permission

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