My sister came to visit me from sunny Mallorca in the Balearic Islands, Spain last month and she found the cold and darkness really refreshing (LOL!). She sent a picture of the landscape to her friends back home – and they assumed she had added a black and white filter to it. Nope, when there’s snow on the ground and no leaves on the tree, the world is genuinely monochrome. The snow blizzard we are currently experiencing in Malmö is no different – my friend had to wear ski goggles on her bike to work wbich did actually add a rose tinted film to the world. And yes, the Swedes are still cycling!

It’s in wintertime when I appreciate colour in the home the most. A pop of sunny yellow here, serene sky blue there. Maybe a splash of fuchsia pink and pea green won’t go amiss either! In fact, this uplifting Swedish house has just the right amount of colour for me – and also boasts some lovely furniture too, much of which is vintage. 

The pendant light is great, don’t you think? It’s the Filigrana light in Tobacco Canes by Sebastian Wrong. 

Kilim rugs with a hint of colour are becoming more and more popular. In fact, I was in a Kilim dream world at the Domotex floor fair last year! Try Etsy* for similar. 

This is one of those home tours which is worth going through several times – and each time you’ll spot a new detail! 

For me, it’s the mix of treasured second-hand finds or heirlooms with bang up to date, contemporary items that really stands out. The owners are clearly passionate about home decorating and spend time to source special pieces – some of which they have customised. 

Is there anything that stood out to you? Are you onboard with the wallpaper trend? I think it works best with older houses but who knows… we might see a revival in more modern homes too. After all, when I was growing up Laura Ashley wallpaper was EVERYWHERE – with lamps to match! 

Now, it’s time for the owners to move on – and for someone else to take the reins of this beautiful house (see the listing here). 

My sister came to visit me from sunny Mallorca in the Balearic Islands, Spain last month and she found the cold and darkness really refreshing (LOL!). She sent a picture of the landscape to her friends back home – and they assumed she had added a black and white filter to it. Nope, when there’s snow on the ground and no leaves on the tree, the world is genuinely monochrome. The snow blizzard we are currently experiencing in Malmö is no different – my friend had to wear ski goggles on her bike to work wbich did actually add a rose tinted film to the world. And yes, the Swedes are still cycling!

It’s in wintertime when I appreciate colour in the home the most. A pop of sunny yellow here, serene sky blue there. Maybe a splash of fuchsia pink and pea green won’t go amiss either! In fact, this uplifting Swedish house has just the right amount of colour for me – and also boasts some lovely furniture too, much of which is vintage. 

The pendant light is great, don’t you think? It’s the Filigrana light in Tobacco Canes by Sebastian Wrong. 

Kilim rugs with a hint of colour are becoming more and more popular. In fact, I was in a Kilim dream world at the Domotex floor fair last year! Try Etsy* for similar. 

This is one of those home tours which is worth going through several times – and each time you’ll spot a new detail! 

For me, it’s the mix of treasured second-hand finds or heirlooms with bang up to date, contemporary items that really stands out. The owners are clearly passionate about home decorating and spend time to source special pieces – some of which they have customised. 

Is there anything that stood out to you? Are you onboard with the wallpaper trend? I think it works best with older houses but who knows… we might see a revival in more modern homes too. After all, when I was growing up Laura Ashley wallpaper was EVERYWHERE – with lamps to match! 

Now, it’s time for the owners to move on – and for someone else to take the reins of this beautiful house (see the listing here).