A Relaxed, Boho Family Home on the Edge of A Desert

Why, hello there! How was your weekend? We were at a couple of parties in a row and I'm such a light weight these days, I've got a feeling it won't be before Wednesday before I've totally recovered! Mind you it could be the nights in the VW Camper van catching up with us too - it was well worth it though - now I'm totally feeling the retro vibe! Perhaps that's why I was drawn to the wonderful boho home of Matt and Tish, their twin girls, little boy and dog Lemon in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The town is located on the northern tip of the Chihuahuan desert - and it's the 'brown on brown beauty' of the landscape that inspires their beautiful brick and mortar shop, photography and private home, the latter of which is packed with vintage finds, rich textures and a load of 'plant babies'! 

Isn't it great to see a TV in a home tour?! I like the way it's been wall mounted over a lovely vintage chest of drawers that Tish picked up in a local second hand shop. 

Beni ourain rug, vintage rattan stool

In the blog survey earlier on in the year I asked what you wanted to see more of and many responded 'real homes'. Seeing this space it's easy to see why.  Tish's instagram feed No Longer Wander is awash with little peeks into their everyday life at home - and the one above is a great example of this!

IKEA PS bench (I'm not sure is this is still available, if not it's worth checking Ebay for second hand ones), seagrass belly basket, Alseda pouff

Project 62 globe floor light, cushion from Anthropologie (sadly no longer available but perhaps they'll get something similar in this autumn), bed from West Elm

Though she be but little, she is fierce - and I put it down to the striking black grouting and plants!

I love the laid back style of Tish and Matt's home, it feels so personal and lived in - just as a family home should be! 

And how gorgeous is Lemon? She looks so content on that bed! 

Is there anything that stands out to you? 

You can check out more pics and get more inspiration from Tish's 'No Longer Wander' blog (which covers health, interiors, fashion and beauty) and instagram feed - and if you're in Albuquerque I'm reckoning it's totally worth nipping into her shop! 

More boho homes today: a family home where Nordic meets boho, a cosy modern bohemian home and a bohemian-style abode in Berlin. 

We're heading back to Sweden this evening - we've had an amazing time but it is going to be so nice to be home (I miss my bed!) - does it sound strange to say I'm kind of looking forward to a little routine and eating and drinking in a marginally healthy way again (at least until the weekend)?! 

I hope you have a great start to the week! 

Niki

Photography: No Longer Wander with kind permission. 

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A Swedish home with a relaxed, boho vibe

We often see homes packed with designer pieces, and although beautiful, they're not always achievable.  I therefore love homes designed on a shoestring budget using creativity, patience (to find the right items as they come up) and a sense of fun. The truly personal family home of ceramicist, designer and stylist Frida Anthin Broberg, Sebastien Broberg and their children Jack (6) and Bill (5) situated in Rönne, Sweden is a perfect example of this. Frida and Sebastien believe 'an interior should be fueled by desire rather than aesthetics' and their space pays homage to this. Teeming with vintage finds and bold splashes of colour, this lovely relaxed, boho living space is perfect inspiration for decorating without a big budget, don't you think?

Hus o Hem, Stylist Johanna Flyckt Gashi. Photography: Lina Östling with kind permission. 

What do you think? Could you live here?

Other fab homes with a similar vibe include Part I and Part II of Johanna Gartmyr's cool home (the castle in the little girl's room is my most pinned image ever!), an eclectic Norwegian home, and this fab home packed with vintage pieces. And for the boho look check out these homes.

PS Etsy is a great source for retro items. My little girls also have the Swedish classic Kånken mini rucksack, shown here on the back of the chairs - so cute! 

Have a lovely day!

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Historic Charm Meets Boho Vibes in a Swedish Villa

Why, good morning, friends! I’m back—feeling refreshed, revived, and mildly aching in every muscle in my body, thanks to my novice attempts at backcountry skiing from hut to hut in Geilo, Norway. The ‘ice bath’ in the lake helped… somewhat. But despite that, it was an incredible experience!

I took loads of pictures and can’t wait to share my trip with you soon—just in case you’re tempted to give it a go yourself!

Anyway, that’s a long-winded way of saying—thank you for your patience, I’m back!

Today, let me whisk you away to a home that feels like a warm hug, where history peeks through in the most charming of ways. Welcome to Villa Emilsfrid in Gröndal, Sweden! Here, life has that dreamy summer house feel, even though you’re right in the heart of town, with the cliffs of Lake Mälaren nearby.

Keep a look out for the veranda–it’s the perfect spot to curl up with a book, let your thoughts wander, or dive into a creative project. And don’t miss the beautiful tiled stove standing proudly in the corner of the living room—always a favourite and so uniquely Scandinavian! Add to that the original creaky wooden floors, intricate mouldings, and spegel (mirror) doors, and you’ve got yourself a home that oozes charm.

But the real heart of this place? The big, open spaces where the kitchen and living room flow seamlessly together. This, my friends, is a relaxed home with boho touches, just waiting to be loved by a new owner. Could that be you?

Welcome home to Villa Emilsfrid!

What a dream of a house. Such lovely light!

Could you imagine making this space your own? I certainly could! Is there anything that stood out to you? 

If you feel like seeing even more corners, head on over to Historiska Hem.  

And for more boho-style homes today, take a peek at: 

A boho, warm and inviting home in Södermalm, Stockholm

Theo's charming bohemian-style abode in Berlin

A Swedish home with a relaxed, boho vibe

Are you a fan of boho?

Have a happy midweek! 

Niki

Photography Fredric Boukari, styling Studio Rydman for Historika Hem

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Snapshots From The Boho Oklahoma Home of Two Vintage Collectors

You kind of know that the owners of a shop selling 'vintage, crystals and unique goods' are gonna have a lovely home full of goodies, don't you?! And Danielle and Philip Fausset-Holmes' home definitely doesn't disappoint. While the couple aren't minding their brick and mortar shop Jo and June Vintage in Tulsa, Oklahoma, they're chilling out in their cosy, boho oasis complete with hanging plants, cactus, layered kilim rugs, and second hand furniture. Put the kettle on, pour yourself a cuppa and enjoy!

 Cactus print from Fine Life Co (beautiful shop!), Macrame plant hanger*, vintage rugs and cushions

My Mum has had a kilim rug in the sitting room for as long as I remember - which she teams with an antique blue velvet chesterfield. I've been a huge fan ever since! Keep an eye on Jo and June's stock for one off vintage rugs like these! 

 Vintage safari chair*

Sinnerlig pendant, Tulip table*, Muuto nerd chair*, white sheepskin throw*

What a truly personal and cosy home!

I love the layers of textiles and all the plants (especially the two hung from the ceiling in the dining room).

I am wondering if I should do the same with hanging plants in my kitchen? The only problem is our high ceilings and I remember Hilton Carter advising us in the Ultimate Guide to Hanging Plants that we should always place green friends in reach so they're easy to water (I'm already picturing myself teetering on a bar stool!). Could be worth it anyway, what do you think?!!

Is there anything that stood out to you about Danielle and Philip's lovely, boho home?

See more pictures of it here and check out their fabulous shop Jo and June (or better still, if you're in the Kendall Whittier District of Tulsa, Oklahoma why not stop by?!).

Oh and more boho homes I love here (if this pops up first just scroll on by - unless of course you'd like to take the tour all over again, in which case I wouldn't blame you!).

Have a fabulous day!

Niki

PS The cactus print pops up twice since these pictures weren't all taken at the same time and the couple love to move things around!

Photography: Danielle and Philip Fausset-Holmes / Jo and June
Affiliated links marked with *

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A charming boho dairy in the Swedish countryside

Do you ever feel like leading a simpler life in the country? I definitely do, especially when I look at homes like this. Johan and Rinas live in an old dairy outside Falkenberg on Sweden's west coast where they collect freshly laid eggs, forage for chanterelle and make homemade juice. 'Lis Mejeri' has been decorated using 'something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue' - including many things found around the house when they moved in. Johanna Bradford and Kristin Lagerqvist - were lucky enough to visit in person and took these lovely pictures. Let's take a peek...

Johanna Bradford / Kristin Lagerqvist  Lovely Life

This is definitely one to share with my family and say *guys, fancy living like this for a while?*....

Could you imagine living somewhere like this?

See more pics of the dairy here (and on their blog here). 

It reminds me a little of the beautiful Strömma Farmlodge. More boho homes not far from Lis Mejeri here.

Have a lovely day!

PS Malmö / Copenhagen friends Emily Katz popped me a note to say she is travelling from Portland, Oregon to Copenhagen to hold a modern macrame workshop this Saturday 5th September.  Thought you wouldn't want to miss it....

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