A Tour of a Lovely Gothenburg Flat (or Lägenhet!) | Smart is Beauty

The other day I was scrolling through Instagram and someone had shared a carousel of four enormous homes, asking which one we’d choose if we won the lottery. I was pleased to see that many people in the comments felt the same as I did – none of them. They were all just far too big.

There’s something wonderfully cosy about a smaller home, and this Swedish space is furnished so thoughtfully. It may be compact  with the bedroom, dining area and kitchen all rolling into one, yet it still feels calm, considered and wonderfully lived-in.

What really draws me in here is the mix of pared-back Scandinavian simplicity with those softer, more personal layers. The clean-lined kitchen and whitewashed floors set a quiet backdrop, while warm wood furniture, woven textures and that lovely paper lantern bring in a gentle, relaxed warmth. I also love the open metal shelving (so popular right now) and that slightly eclectic mix of everyday objects – ceramics, books, plants.

It’s the little details that make it, too – the red wall lamp and the colourful rug breaking up the neutral palette, the trailing greenery, the blend of vintage and modern pieces sitting side by side. It all feels very effortless, but still intentional. 

Ready to take the tour? 

That desk chair is fascinating, don't you think? It reminds me of a set of panpipes! I tried a quick google image search but I couldn't find the source - do you know anything about it? if so, please do share away in the comments! 

Is there anything that stood out to you about this lovely flat? I was enjoying reading through the recent comments yesterday and came across one that mentioned the word “apartment” usually refers to a rental in the USA, so today I opted for “flat” :) – a nod to my London upbringing. In Swedish, it’s called a “lägenhet.”

Here are a few more "lägenheter" to tour today - and they all belong to talented people I know! 

My friend Igor's charming Berlin apartment
Alisan's serene Copenhagen apartment
The studio of Swedish furniture upholsterer Carina Grefmar

Thank you so much for dropping by, as always!

Niki

Photography courtesy of Stadshem, with thanks.

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