Sun, Sea & Summer Pause

A little postcard from our Swedish holiday (sadly, this isn't our window – but we are having a wonderful time with plenty of dips in the sea!) – just popping in to say hej and let you know I'll be taking a summer break and will be back posting again on Monday, 4th August.

Thank you so much for stopping by here since 2011 (can you believe that?) – and for all your lovely comments and support. It truly means the world to be part of such a positive and inspiring community of Scandinavian design lovers.

If you'd like a little inspiration while I'm away, feel free to have a browse through the archive using the search function – there are so many beautiful home tours waiting to be discovered, from charming summer cottages to stunning Swedish, Danish, and Norwegian homes.

Wishing you a relaxing and joyful summer – see you soon!

Warmly,

Niki

PS Also, don’t forget to make the most of 20% off at Skandinavisk with the code SCANDI20 – in summer, I especially love the ØY - island solitude (you can see my favourite island here) and HAV - distant shores fragrances, inspired by Scandinavian nature. 

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Where Life Happens Gently: Inside a Tranquil Swedish Family Home

Some days call for a sense of calm—and that’s exactly what you’ll find in the family home of @emiliaolssons. This Swedish villa is awash in soothing tones and furnished in a pared-back style, where every piece adds quiet interest. All around, glimpses of family life unfold, framed by lush greenery.

Keep an eye out for the cosy touches kept within reach: a chaise longue perfect for sinking into with a good book, and a basket of blankets tucked under the stairs, ready for chillier days. All in all, a charming family home where life happens—but calm is always just around the corner.

I have to say, I've been writing this post in the car, under a little duress as we are on our way to watch some tennis in Båstad fun - even so, this has offered me just the level of calm I needed! 

I love the snoozing family dog on the stairs, the children playing, and also all the lovely furniture and lighting. If you're looking for more information on some of the items, please visit @emiliaolssons for details. I will also try to pop in later this evening to update the post as some pieces are definitely worthy of a mention and link, so please do pop back! 

Is there anything that stands out to you about this lovely Swedish family home? If so, I'd love to hear in the comments below. 

Niki

Photography: @emiliaolssons shared with kind permission. 

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