A Dreamy Swedish Summer Cabin by the Sea in the Karlskrona Archipelagos

Happy 1st July! it's officially the month many Scandinavians head off for their great summer staycation! Vacation time is serious business here - with most taking at least three weeks off to enjoy the (hopefully) good weather. But it's not unusual to take four or more weeks in a good year. 

This is definitely where Scandinavians have got things right. Many use the time to relax and reset and simply enjoy all that the Scandinavian summer has to offer from the comfort of their home, summer cottage or caravan - without a workday looming. Bliss! 

If you're liking the sound of this and considering moving to Scandinavia with immediate effect, I've found you just the summer cabin! This beautiful, contemporary cabin made by Sommarnöjen is right by the sea on the island of Aspö in the stunning Karlskrona archipelago. Made up of several buildings, it's geared up for an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The wooden exterior and interior mirrors the surrounding nature and large windows and doors ensure that all rooms have immediate access to the great outdoors. 

Ready to feel inspired? 

So beautiful. I love the simplicity, something that's incredibly important in a summer cottage. The less items you have, the less you need to tidy up, leaving more time for relaxing! 

Notice how there are subtle changes in the wood and also a soft grey has been brought in as an accent. It's enough to make the interior interesting without detracting from the sea view. 

And I especially love how so many of the windows and doors can be opened right out giving the feeling that you're outside. 

Could you imagine spending your summers here? I would in a heartbeat! 

In the mood for more cabins today? Check out these lovely summer places for inspiration: 

A dream holiday cabin in Latvia becomes a reality

This Swedish cabin on airbnb is like something out of a magazine! 

A charming and relaxed Danish cabin by the sea

Have a fantastic start to the week!

Niki

Ps loved all your comments about 'grippers' and 'dogs' in Friday's post - they did make me laugh! And thank you for all your kind words about my landing makeover - a reminder that you have until 27th July to make use of the scandi20 20% discount code with Superfront, so if you have any IKEA cabinets that need an update / hack, this is the time! 

Photography courtesy of Liwing Mälarbyrå, shared with thanks

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Our Landing Makeover with an IKEA Hack

This post contains press gifts marked with *

Do you have a space in your home which you've delayed decorating for years? In our house, I had completely neglected our landing, mainly because I didn't really know what to do with it! It's a tricky space, relatively narrow with five doors coming off it. 

But now, I've finally fixed it! I thought I'd share the new look with you, in case you're also struggling with a hall or landing and looking for inspiration! Maybe this will spark some ideas! 

Side cabinet

The main problem was finding a side cabinet that was slim enough to fit the space. The answer came in the form of a simple white BESTÅ cabinet in size 60 cm x 20 cm x 64 cm from IKEA and then I dressed it up using items from Superfront* (a Swedish cabinet that make doors, fronts, tops, legs etc for IKEA units - the wonderful team said they can offer My Scandinavian Home readers 20% off side boards with code scandi20 until 27th July, 2024). Above is a sketch by Helen Sturesson who helped brainstorm the project with me! 

I picked out Vertical doors in umber wood* with matching umber side panels and a portuguese limestone* top (which simply glues into place) below (it's such a lovely stone). I also added slender low stainless steel legs*.

Sidenote: My daughter says this isn't a good picture as I have my 'grippers' out. Have you heard this term? Apparently a TikTok trend amongst the young of Europe dictates that you shouldn't have your feet out in public!! Did make me laugh! 

I picked up a simple round mirror from Bauhaus and the fab lamp is the Double Bubble in size small* by Finnish Studio Eero Aarnio (available in the US here). 

One of my favourite updates has been switching out the old spotlight for two beautiful Danish Le Klint Lamella pendant lamps*. When lit they emit a lovely warm glow and they are so timeless. 

The landing finally feels complete - after 15 years (embarrassed to admit that!). I hope you like it as much as we do! 

Do let me know if you have any questions or I've missed anything and I'd be happy to help. 

Speaking of comments - thank you for all your lovely congratulations on our anniversary and sharing your thoughts on good presents for 'crystal' on Wednesday. We so appreciated it! 

Have a fantastic weekend, see you Monday! 

Niki

Photography by me, styling by Helen Sturesson.

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