This 57m2 two-room apartment, featuring vintage and Scandinavian decor, was renovated in a building constructed in 1905 in Stockholm’s liveliest neighborhood. The building’s sand-colored and brown-brick facade showcases architecture typical of the early 20th century in the Swedish capital. Inside the apartment, the ceilings are generously high, and intricate moldings run around the entire…
It’s hard not to love older apartments with their original features, which are often absolutely stunning. This 1900s apartment is one of them. Of course, we love its impeccably executed decor, which blends contemporary and vintage elements. But what stands out most are its perfectly preserved stucco work, moldings, and medallions. They are of rare delicacy and run all the way around the…
Located in a building constructed in 1944 in Årsta, a neighborhood of Stockholm, this 31sqm studio features a sunny balcony. It has retained its vintage style and beautiful original features, particularly its kitchen. This makes it a small apartment with a big personality, further enhanced by its decor and layout that pay homage t ²²o that era. Separating spaces with a piece of furniture You…
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…
An hour north of Malmö, Landskrona faces the sea. This port city in Skåne boasts a rich architectural heritage and a waterfront undergoing a major transformation. The Nyhamn neighborhood features contemporary buildings overlooking the Øresund Strait. It is there, on the ground floor of a modern residence, that a 51sqm apartment is nestled, one worth taking a closer look at, not for its size, but…
Located in one of Stockholm’s most sought-after neighborhoods, the apartment we’re exploring here wasn’t always a three-room unit. It was completely renovated in 2017 by the design studio Maldini Studios. The professionals have reconfigured this two-room apartment into a three-room apartment with an open-plan layout. The kitchen now sits at the center of the home, connecting the entryway to…
On the corner of a quiet street in Old Gothenburg, we discover a renovated 35sqm studio in a building dating back to 1890. With plenty of light, understated materials, and a meticulously planned layout that creates clearly defined zones, this is a space that’s certainly worth a look. The layout of the spaces The studio’s layout is typical of apartments in period buildings. While today, in this…
The Årsta neighborhood, south of Stockholm, was largely built in the post-war period, between 1947 and 1950. And while it may not have the charm of the city’s historic neighborhoods, it features well-designed buildings surrounded by greenery, sought after by residents looking to raise a family. In this classic setting, this apartment offers three livable rooms within 47sqm thanks to a smart…
Located in a former industrial space converted into an apartment within a building dating back to 1878, this place captivated us from the very first photos. Its rustic decor blends contemporary style with vintage accents, featuring exposed brick and beams that bear witness to a past once dedicated to industry. Light, vast open spaces, and style come together in this Gothenburg 80sqm apartment,…
This Stockholm apartment is bursting with color yet remains harmonious. Slate blue, coffee brown, and powder pink, three rooms, three colors, it took some daring. But this Swedish interior has successfully moved away from an all-white palette while remaining elegant and inviting. Let’s discover its secret... The living room, the first room, embraces blue The living room often takes center…
