Created by young Finland based designer, Harri Koskinen, the Block Lamp is an ingenious decorative light to own– and a classic at that. Playing up a whole slew of contrasting elements and contradictions of the world, this award winning light design is simple but progressive. Playing up opposites like fire and ice, hot and cold really…
Getaway homes typically have an air about them that’s equal parts sophisticated and equal parts nonchalant. This Swedish Stockholm archipelago residence is accessed by boat a majority of the time and its small nature makes the experience all the more intimate. Interior architect Carouschka Streijffert is the creative mind behind this small timber residence, with an…
With all of the old, historic architecture that surrounds the city of Stockholm, Sweden there is always a touch of new to pair with it. This old loft has been re-vamped to include storage, bright white finishes (including the furniture), and rich woods for a touch of contrast. The downstairs area is all open, public space…
Sweden is standardly synonymous with Scandinavian design and the birch woods, minimal furnishings, and whatever wood accessories that are local to the area. Jimmy Schönning is the creative eye behind the set of his own space in Sweden, and the results couldn’t be more rich in natural elements. Color, texture and pattern are also apparent among…
Swedish Designs are typically some of the simplest, yet most ingenious ever, and Franson Wreland‘s private residence in Danderyd, Sweden exemplifies that even further. This single family home is one that is a plain wood clad geometric shape on the exterior, and an absolute gem on the interior. Wreland’s design is an open plan that allows…
Nestled in between two more traditional Swedish homes is “Townhouse.” Landskrona, Sweden is home to this contemporary structure situated on a tiny, narrow lot. Elding Oscarson was the design mastermind behind this stark white, contemporary home– built to be treated as a gallery for an ever growing art collection. The interior space feels wide and open,…
One of the great joys of designing and building out your dream residence is that there are practically no boundaries to creativity. This Swedish home dubbed 3,200 square foot “Villa Milgård” has been constructed from ‘living materials’ and has a unique shape paired with design that’s centered around a gorgeous pool. DAPstockholm played a crucial, integral…
You may not think an attic would provide enough space to live comfortably, but this 2800 square foot upper level penthouse in Stockholm, Sweden is an ample arrangement. A four bedroom, three bathroom combo creates the space complete with effortless public areas. Unobstructed views of Humlegården park are the highlight of this residence’s perks, with a…
Tiny homes always garner a lot of attention, sometimes for their sheer size and most notably for their inventive design solutions on how to house a person at a fully functional level in such a compact space. Created for students– this isn’t just something you can rent; there are considerations and more when applying; including blogging…
Scandinavian design tends to be translated into ‘Ikea’ more often than not, and for some of the Swedish homes out there, this couldn’t be further from an accurate description. This contemporary Swedish space is located in Vasastan, Stockholm is in an older building, but what the exterior lacks– the interior makes up for tenfold. The bright…