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Finland is home to some great contemporary architecture, and the homes are just as creative. This space titled “Apelle” was built by Marco Casagrande with a whole lot of layering and boats in mind. While the exterior resembles a boat (and the builders describe it as one), its setting also dictates a “harbor” like experience. The…

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Amsterdam company Mykea has been taking the world of Ikea by storm. Since their inception, they’ve had a simple idea that doesn’t involve any crazy hacks to get your Swedish pieces to look original– there are just 3 simple steps: Select your Ikea furniture, choose your design, and order to redesign your Ikea staple. Mykea has…

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Aside from the ever popular mid-century modern homes, there aren’t too many design styles that have the simplicity and clean lines of a modern style and the quality furniture like Scandinavian style (and we aren’t talking Ikea, either). From the timeless Hans Wegner designs to the current trends, Scandinavian style is clean, light and always in…

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Shelf space seems to come at a luxury when you’re living in a small space. Even when not in smaller confines, you may feel the urge to switch up your displays on the regular. Enter the Klaffi shelving system. With a name that sounds like it’s from Ikea– these shelves are created by Finnish designer Eeva…

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There’s nothing quite like a tranquil day at the spa with nothing but you and your thoughts to wash away the stresses of the week. Take any spa and add in a view of Montreal’s port, great finishes and couple that with actually being on the water– and you’ve got “Bota Bota” Scandinavian Spa. Sid Lee…

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Scandinavian Design has been overrun by all things Ikea, but when looking into a contemporary designed home by JVA Norwegian Architects the beauty is all brought back into every facet of the home. Forget neutrals and standard stucco, this home tucked away in Oslo, Norway is completely red. There are plenty of gorgeous views surrounding this…