A Delightful Dutch Home Defined By Slow Living

Hejsan hoppsan (says no one in Sweden. Ever!). Only a few hours to the weekend friends - weeeee! Are you ready for it?  Oh yes! I thought I'd finish the week on a high. Welcome to the charming world of Tessa Hop, partner Menno, their three boys and little girl in The Netherlands. The family live in a self-designed contemporary wood and glass house surrounded by nature. The interior transports you to a world where natural textures and earthy colours reign supreme. Think muted tones, concrete floors, rattan, stone, and dried flowers in a calming oasis in which to enjoy a slower way of life.

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Gold mobile*, Wood lamp, Floating Leaves by Paper Collective* is similar to these prints

I love the idea of using dead space behind a sofa as a place for a children's table and a pair of Ercol stacking chairs* - such a clever use of space.  Source wooden toys like these from Wooden Story.

 Muuto dots*, round basket bag* (love this!), Ercol love seat

Look at all those happy faces! 

And how amazing is that bath? I'm trying to get some info about it from Tessa, if I hear anything I'll let you know!). I also really like the idea of using a simple wood rail for storage (a DIY idea for the weekend perhaps?!).

This children's room is so pretty. I recently added a rattan day bed from Nordal in my daughters room (tour to follow soon!). This one from Anthropologie* is similar if you live outside Europe).

What a home! I especially loved the bathroom (probably because I'm looking for ideas for my own bathroom).

Is there anything that stood out to you?

So folks. I do believe that's a wrap!

If you'd like to check-out a little more Dutch inspiration this weekend take a peek in this archive (hop over this home if it pops up first).

Have a fabulous couple of days - and see you Monday!

Niki

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A Perfect Little Swedish Pad With A Bold Blue Kitchen

God morgon! I'm on my way back to Sweden after a wonderful couple of days in Madrid (a press trip organised by IMM Cologne) - have you been to this Spanish city? It's incredible! Even so, there's a saying in Sweden: 'borta bra men hemma bäst' (away is fine but being at home is the best!). That may explain my choice of home tours today: a beautiful 19th century pad in Gothenburg, on Sweden's West coast. What the space lacks in size (it measures a mini 40 metres square (430 square feet) - not including the basement) it certainly makes up for in style. Designed by Emma Fischer, the living space features calming neutral tones and a bold blue kitchen. Enjoy the tour!!

House Doctor light*, cast-iron teapot*

 Legs print from Desenio (I have the same one in my window nook), Mantis table lamp*

 Mobil 3 light*, oatmeal duvet cover*

It's one of those homes that has everything you need, including a pretty courtyard for a morning coffee / evening aperitif! So perfect!

Could you see yourself living here?

I love the Mobile 3 light* by Swedish brand Pholc- also seen in this home. I wish I had the ceiling height for it, how about you?!

More small space inspiration here!

Better hurry and catch that flight now(I once missed a flight from New York and it wasn't pretty!).

Thank you for this time Madrid!

Niki

Photography: Anders Bergstedt for Entrance.

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