The beautiful workspace revamp of an interior designer

If you took a peek at my Instagram stories yesterday you'll know I spent the day hanging out at My Scandinavian Home interior designer Genevieve Jorn's home. Gen is one of the few people I know that changes her home around more than I do (quite a feat!) - and this time I was over there to shoot her newly revamped office. You may remember the space from this feature (also beautiful!). Today, the dark green walls have been replaced with a soft 'antic grey' hue by Jotun and natural textures such as wood, rattan and wool have been added alongside beautiful pieces from MSH partner - Danish homeware brand Nordal. I really didn't want to leave by the end of the day, it's such a lovely, calm place to work! Here's a peek in detail....

Photography: Niki Brantmark. Home-owner / interior design: Genevieve Jorn. 

Isn't it lovely? Could you imagine working in a room like this?

Get the look from Gen's office:

1. Hippo head 2. Rack with 6 shelves 3. Wooden chair 4. Nature side table 5. Natural basket 6. Oriental canvas carpet 7. Nature folding table 8. Downtown chair

(Find a webshop that sells Nordal in your country here).

You might also like to check out Gen's sitting room, kitchen and bedroom - yup, she has the most beautiful home E.V.E.R!

Have a lovely day!

This post is brought to you in collaboration with Nordal. However, all words are my own and I only ever work with brands I absolutely love and think you will too! Thank you for supporting the businesses that help bring fresh content to your mail box and make My Scandinavian Home possible.

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The Inspiring Monochrome Home of An LA Interior Designer

Hej vänner, hur må ni idag? - Can you tell I'm feeling the Swedish after sharing my film yesterday?! Having said that, I'm about to whisk you to a home far, far, far away where the sun is shining and the weather is warm - yep, today we're going on a virtual trip to Los Angeles and the beautiful home of Anne Sage! Looking at her lovely abode you can probably guess she works in the interior world. And yes, Anne is indeed a full-time interior designer as well as the author of popular design book Sage Living - a business that started when she launched her blog almost 12 years ago (wow -  that makes her blog even older than My Scandinavian Home!). Anne is also a content creator and the co-owner of a creative studio and photography space in LA called LightLab (which looks amazing!). Yet, she's still found the time to do everything from refinishing the floors to renovating the kitchen in her wonderful 1954 LA rental which she shares with her husband Ivan, two cats and a baby on the way. The look is monochrome with warm touches of light wood and brass. Ready for the tour?

The kitchen has been built using cabinet doors from Semihandmade which are designed to fit IKEA units. It was kind of cool to discover that there's a washing machine and tumble dryer hidden behind the cabinets to the right - I'm all for keeping things clean (and I'm not talking about the clothes!!). The oven is from Kitchenaid and the lights are by Schoolhouse.

I do believe it's that Stockholm 2017 coffee table again (remember it appeared at the end of the bed in yesterday's home?). From the name I'm guessing IKEA intended it to be used as a coffee table (rocket scientist that I am!!) but I've yet to see anyone using it that way. It certainly makes a fine bench as seen here in a corner of Anne's kitchen. 

I absolutely love the spotted rug (from Jaipur Living) - it totally makes the space, don't you think? The sofa is from Thayer Coggin) and the wall light is Serge Mouille.

One of the things Anne loves the most about her home is the large windows which flood the living space with light. I like how California Closets have built the units around the window. 

On Instagram Anne declared that she loves the Hoffmann Armchair (seen here as a desk chair) almost  as. much as (if not more) than her husband. I can totally see why! It's a beauty!

Ever since photographing Gen's office a few weeks back, I'm convinced that every workspace needs a daybed. Are you with me on that? This fine specimen is from Blue Dot.

EDIT: I initially thought this nursery was in Anne's house ready for the BIG arrival (and I could be forgiven for thinking that, considering it fits in perfectly with her aesthetic, but actually Anne created this lovely nursery for a client.  The über soothing palette is perfect for lulling a baby to sleep (and that armchair is ideal for exhausted parents!). 

Cot from Babyletto, art from Minted and lighting by Mitzi.

I think I could curl up in that armchair and have a snooze right now.  Doesn't it look inviting? 

Is there anything that stood out to you about Anne's home? 

You can see more snapshots over on Anne's instagram @citysage and blog. 

Shall we take at a few more LA homes? After all, we have come all this way....

California meets Scandinavia in a Cosy LA Home

A Jewel In The Suburbs of LA

A Warm and inviting Boho-Style LA home

Have a lovely day! 

Niki

Photography: Monica Wang shared with kind permission

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A Small Swedish Home Tucked Under A Gothenburg Rooftop!

Homes come in all different shapes and sizes - which is wonderful (how boring would life be if they didn't?!). It's just that some shapes and sizes are a little trickier to decorate than others. This little Swedish home is tucked under the rooftops of Gothenburg and measures 50 m2 (538 feet2) Even so, the owners have made full use of every inch - including dark corners under the sloping ceiling (check out the leaning radiator and clever shelving unit!). The result is a charming home that's practical and full of light. Step this way to take a tour! 

 Karin chair, Mantis BS3 table lamp*

From a distance, the shelves look like they have been made bespoke for the apartment. But look closer and you'll see that simple white planks have been attached to the original beam work to form the shelves. Very clever - and more affordable too! 

IKEA sofa with a Bemz urban loose fit linen* cover, print: Figure 04, BYCDESIGN Studio*

Print: Monday by Anna Johansson*

Slimmed down appliances and a narrow shelving unit have ensured that every centimetre of the small kitchen has been used. I think this kitchen is from IKEA. When I was planning my summer cottage I sought help from the kitchen planners at IKEA and they really knew how to make the most of small spaces. 

Series 7 Chairs*

They say that to get a good night's sleep, you need a calm environment  - and this room certainly hits the spot. Look closely at the skylight window and you'll also see a black out blind for total darkness!

The shelving in the last image is so clever - once again they've used the original beams. I can also see a mirror peeping in from the side of the shot - another great way to make a fairly pokey room feel light and airy!

Are there any ideas you might steal for your home?

These posts also might come in handy for anyone living in a small space (or looking to convert an attic):

I'm off to Copenhagen today (WOOHOOO!) to visit Georg Jensen. They've organised an exciting schedule for us which involves a home tour, boat ride and a preview of a brand new collection - sounds like my kind of day! I'll be sure to share away on instagram stories if you're curious. Being pretty much the one man band that I am, it's meant that I've been up since 5 am to write this post and get other bits done before I head off. GIMME COFFEE! 

I hope you have a great day! 

Niki

PS I'm so excited to share Gen's new home office with you tomorrow, it's absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Don't forget to stop by. 

Photography courtesy of Alvhem

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The beautiful bedroom of an interior designer!

Last Sunday I headed over to my friend Genevieve Jorn's apartment in the centre of town. Interior designer Gen, Danish husband Kasper and little daughter Olivia have the most beautiful flat. You may have noticed that I've been photographing it room by room, detail by detail over the past few months (don't miss her office and kitchen!) and today I'm excited to share a tour of their wonderful master bedroom. The spacious room has magnificent bones - with high ceilings, angled walls, period features and an original parquet floor dating back to the early twentieth century. Grey walls serve as a calm backdrop for a blend of furniture - including a beautiful bench, clothes rack and dresser from Danish homeware store Nordal. Could you imagine a duvet day here?!

Photography: Me, Niki Brantmark / My Scandinavian Home). Home-owner / styling: Genevieve Jorn.

So lovely don't you think?! I love the layers of texture, it makes the room so warm and inviting! 

Get the look from Gen's lovely bedroom:

1. Dresser 2. Metal frame hanging 3. Clothes rack 4. black hangers 5. clothes dresser 6. Carpet with fringes 7. Raw wooden stool 8. Black concrete and wood bench.

Give me a shout if you're wondering about anything else in the comment section below and I'll do my best to help! 

Have a lovely day!

This post was created in collaboration with the fab Danish online store Nordal, selling unique furniture and decor. All words are my own and I only ever work with brands I absolutely love and know you will too! Thank you for supporting the brands that enable me to create fresh content for you to enjoy.

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A Swedish pad with blue and gold accents

Tjena, hur är läget?! I've just had a meeting with Gen (the My Scandinavian Home interior designer) and we've been looking at the most beautiful colour palette for my bedroom (there might just be a sneak peek on Insta stories). Now all I have to do is paint, build a wall, tear down shelves, put up curtains... the usual 5 second stuff - guh! I can't wait to show you the results next month - yay! Men, men (as they say in Sweden), on with today's tour. This lovely apartment is located in Södermalm (or 'Söder' as the locals call it) - a relaxed, creative district of Stockholm with independent shops, eclectic cafes and Fotografiska, a contemporary photo gallery in a former industrial building (don't miss the poster shop!). The 66 square metre (710 square foot) living space (which has just been sold through Fantastic Frank) is divided into two spacious rooms - one containing the kitchen and living area and the other a bedroom (it's amazing how an open-plan area can create the illusion of space in a small apartment). Deep blue accents and gold tones create a wonderful thread throughout the space, and don't miss the little spot of sunshine on the balcony too.  Enjoy!

Credits: photography - Anna Malmberg. Stylist: Katia Thøger for Fantastic Frank.

What a great space! Loving the blue and gold tones and the light wood floor in particular, how about you?

Get the look from this Stockholm home: dining area - source a set of mid-century dining chairs like these here. sitting room - I think it's this beautiful sofa (this sofa is fairly similar).  bedroom - this brass pendant is similar, string shelves. Bathroom - brass shower head and tap from Tapwell. Linen bathrobe in light grey (I love these linen waffle towels in mustard too.

I'm a big fan of the work of Anna Malmberg (the girl behind the camera). I recently reviewed her book (available on Amazon) and shown many beautiful homes she's captured including this wonderful pad in blush accents (belonging to a set designer). You can also check out the work of the Swedish-Danish designer Katia Thøger here.

Have a great day!

PS More beautiful homes with blue accents can be found in this archive.

PPS Have you voted for My Scandinavian Home in the 'Best International Design Blog' category in the Domino Magazine Design Blog Awards today? You'd make one girl very happy if you do - yes I might even do a little jig each time one comes in! It's all happening here. 

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