A tastefully decorated 35sqm studio from the 1940s
This 35sqm studio from 1940s is decorated with vintage furniture and bold artwork; let’s take a closer look at this space
Tucked away in a 1940s building in a Stockholm neighborhood is this tastefully decorated 35sqm studio. The building was designed by architect Thure Bergentz and is part of the Swedish functionalist tradition. This style shaped much of the Nordic urban landscape in the 1930s and 1940s. A pale yellow stucco facade and original white windows characterize the building’s architecture. The whole exudes the understated elegance of its era.
The real highlight of this studio is its layout. The main room combines the living area and sleeping area into a single, light-filled space with two different orientations. Its sleeping area occupies the left corner and could be separated at will by a curtain or a partition. The living room and open kitchen form a continuous space where six to eight people can gather around a table. In 35 square meters, this is quite an achievement.
The kitchen opens directly onto the dining area. Glass French doors lead out to the balcony, and in the summer, the terrace becomes an additional open-air room. The layout is clearly designed with social living in mind.
Its owners have chosen a clear theme featuring 1960s Scandinavian furniture in dark wood and black leather. The living area is furnished with a two-seater tufted sofa, two teak-framed armchairs with black leather seats, and a wooden coffee table on casters with a glass top and built-in storage. The overall look is cohesive, easygoing, and on-trend.
It avoids the “1960s model home” vibe, instead, contemporary pieces add a special touch. An indigo-dyed wool rug in deep midnight blue defines the seating area. It stands out beautifully against the light oak flooring. Colorful touches of greenery lend a sense of lightness to the vintage furniture, allowing it to blend seamlessly into the 21st century.
Two pieces dominate the living room walls: a large figurative canvas in bright red tones hanging above the bed, and an XXL-sized painting in mint green and black depicting a stylized interior view.
The latter draws all eyes, it is the true focal point of this room. It spans the entire width of the wall between the two windows, at eye level from the sofa. One might think of a pop art influence, perhaps the depictions of architectural spaces that certain contemporary Scandinavian artists have explored. The pastel mint green deliberately contrasts with the black leather of the sofa below.
Our take? This choice works because it doesn’t match the furniture’s style. In a studio where everything else follows a consistent vintage aesthetic, this large-scale piece creates an unexpected highlight. Without it, the apartment would fall into the usual vintage mold.
With its white tiles with black grout running from floor to ceiling, its open oak shelves, and its stainless steel countertops, this open kitchen is a success. It directly evokes the small Parisian bistros of the early 20th century, or perhaps brasserie kitchens.
The open shelves are used to display carefully selected tableware. Stoneware pots, stemmed glasses, and a few decorative objects are enough to give them decorative appeal. The matte white cabinet doors, which replaced the original ones, have nevertheless preserved its original character. A track of adjustable spotlights on the ceiling provides effective lighting.
The balcony deserves our full attention. Small but well-exposed, it has been furnished with great care. A dark wood storage bench serves as both seating and storage. Beige linen cushions, an oversized fuchsia-pink throw, and pots of lavender and herbs along the mustard-yellow painted railing create a vacation-like atmosphere in just a few square meters. The yellow of the railing brightens the interior when the French doors are open.
35 square meters is enough for one or two people to live comfortably, especially if the zones are well-defined, which is the case here. This 35sqm studio has everything you need, whether you want to entertain friends or relax in peace. And its decor, featuring vintage furniture from the 1960s, gives the interior a unique character. The arrangement with the paintings is balanced, the colors complement each other and energize the living area. The bistro-style kitchen is a success from start to finish.
And the balcony, with its panoramic view of southern Stockholm, stretching all the way to the towers of Norra Tornen on the horizon, is an undeniable asset
Aspudden, south of Stockholm, is a residential neighborhood nestled on the city’s green hills. It ranks among the most pleasant areas of the Swedish capital. Quiet, well-served by the metro, and just a stone’s throw from parks and rocky beaches, it has attracted residents for decades who value tranquility as much as proximity to the city center.
It is a lively neighborhood, featuring shopping streets with cafes and restaurants, as well as parks where you can walk down to the waterfront. Vinterviken, a former industrial site converted into a natural area with a beach, is just nearby.
35sqm
This 35sqm studio, optimized with vintage decor, is for sale at Historiska
A well-utilized layout in this 35sqm studio
The real highlight of this studio is its layout. The main room combines the living area and sleeping area into a single, light-filled space with two different orientations. Its sleeping area occupies the left corner and could be separated at will by a curtain or a partition. The living room and open kitchen form a continuous space where six to eight people can gather around a table. In 35 square meters, this is quite an achievement.
The kitchen opens directly onto the dining area. Glass French doors lead out to the balcony, and in the summer, the terrace becomes an additional open-air room. The layout is clearly designed with social living in mind.
The decor features a 1960s Swedish vintage style
Its owners have chosen a clear theme featuring 1960s Scandinavian furniture in dark wood and black leather. The living area is furnished with a two-seater tufted sofa, two teak-framed armchairs with black leather seats, and a wooden coffee table on casters with a glass top and built-in storage. The overall look is cohesive, easygoing, and on-trend.
It avoids the “1960s model home” vibe, instead, contemporary pieces add a special touch. An indigo-dyed wool rug in deep midnight blue defines the seating area. It stands out beautifully against the light oak flooring. Colorful touches of greenery lend a sense of lightness to the vintage furniture, allowing it to blend seamlessly into the 21st century.
The artwork is a real decorative statement
Two pieces dominate the living room walls: a large figurative canvas in bright red tones hanging above the bed, and an XXL-sized painting in mint green and black depicting a stylized interior view.
The latter draws all eyes, it is the true focal point of this room. It spans the entire width of the wall between the two windows, at eye level from the sofa. One might think of a pop art influence, perhaps the depictions of architectural spaces that certain contemporary Scandinavian artists have explored. The pastel mint green deliberately contrasts with the black leather of the sofa below.
Our take? This choice works because it doesn’t match the furniture’s style. In a studio where everything else follows a consistent vintage aesthetic, this large-scale piece creates an unexpected highlight. Without it, the apartment would fall into the usual vintage mold.
The bistro-style kitchen, a successful choice for the apartment
With its white tiles with black grout running from floor to ceiling, its open oak shelves, and its stainless steel countertops, this open kitchen is a success. It directly evokes the small Parisian bistros of the early 20th century, or perhaps brasserie kitchens.
The open shelves are used to display carefully selected tableware. Stoneware pots, stemmed glasses, and a few decorative objects are enough to give them decorative appeal. The matte white cabinet doors, which replaced the original ones, have nevertheless preserved its original character. A track of adjustable spotlights on the ceiling provides effective lighting.
The balcony, sun and color
The balcony deserves our full attention. Small but well-exposed, it has been furnished with great care. A dark wood storage bench serves as both seating and storage. Beige linen cushions, an oversized fuchsia-pink throw, and pots of lavender and herbs along the mustard-yellow painted railing create a vacation-like atmosphere in just a few square meters. The yellow of the railing brightens the interior when the French doors are open.
What stands out about this apartment
35 square meters is enough for one or two people to live comfortably, especially if the zones are well-defined, which is the case here. This 35sqm studio has everything you need, whether you want to entertain friends or relax in peace. And its decor, featuring vintage furniture from the 1960s, gives the interior a unique character. The arrangement with the paintings is balanced, the colors complement each other and energize the living area. The bistro-style kitchen is a success from start to finish.
And the balcony, with its panoramic view of southern Stockholm, stretching all the way to the towers of Norra Tornen on the horizon, is an undeniable asset
A neighborhood south of Stockholm
Aspudden, south of Stockholm, is a residential neighborhood nestled on the city’s green hills. It ranks among the most pleasant areas of the Swedish capital. Quiet, well-served by the metro, and just a stone’s throw from parks and rocky beaches, it has attracted residents for decades who value tranquility as much as proximity to the city center.
It is a lively neighborhood, featuring shopping streets with cafes and restaurants, as well as parks where you can walk down to the waterfront. Vinterviken, a former industrial site converted into a natural area with a beach, is just nearby.
35sqm
This 35sqm studio, optimized with vintage decor, is for sale at Historiska
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