{ Feeling of spring! }

I have to admit that I really yearn for spring now that we are entering March, and it seems that the more I yearn, the more it snows so it's quite frustrating! Therefore I have now collected some spring pictures that can help us get some "spring feeling"...(for you that already are so lucky to have spring already; just enjoy!)

Gotta love this fresh, cute and colorful kitchen corner.

What a lovely place to enjoy the spring outside.

The flowery wallpaper gives the room a feeling of spring in an adorable way.

Flowers is all you need to give your room a touch of spring.

A sunny breakfast - yes please! *smile*

What do you do to give your home a feeling of spring?

(Images: Alvhem)

Bathroom decorations

Back in business, eller det kanske var lite överdrivet, men jag är på plats igen efter en veckas skidåkning i Österrike. Puh, är helt slut, otroligt vad det tar i benen och all den friska luften därtill. Läste i tidningen i morse att det är musarmens dag i dag (?!), så passande då att jag nu sitter här vid datorn igen och bloggar. Hittade lite fina bilder hos danska Rum med dekorationer i badrummet. Ska vara ärlig och säga att jag alltid varit lite skeptiskt till just för mycket vardagsrumskänsla i badrummet... men det här var ändå fint.

I'm back again from one weeks skiing in Austria. (Did anyone notice I was gone?). Skiing is really hard work if youre out of condition as I am. My legs oh... the whole thing felt like a training camp with 'sauer kraut' for lunch. And all that fresh air. But it was fun. Anyway here I am again with some inspiration for bathrooms decoration.

Foto Rum

{ One shelf, two looks! }

Hello everybody! Today I would like to show you how different it looks only by changing colors on a few elements. I have used my home-made kitchen shelf as an example to demonstrate how different it can be...

In my first example I´ve used a cold blue/light turquoise and in the image below I´ve used a warm yellow. I only changed a couple of elements, but as you can see it looks quite different.

Which one is your favorite? Do you prefer cold or warm colors?

Also reminding you all that it´s possible to download a Stylizimo App for your iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. You will now find a new version that works better than the first one. Read more about Stylizimo App here.


(Images: Nina Holst)

Dreaming in Brick

I have been waiting until my blog was redesigned to share this fabulous brick home with you. Of course this house is stunning but it is captured spectacularly by architectural photographer, Peter Montanti of Mountain Photographics. He is a master at photographing interior and exterior architectural details with over 30 years experience.

The house, nestled in northern Georgia, is built with post and beams and General Shale brick. The details of the house are just amazing. I fell in love with this photo of the twilight reflecting off the metal roof.

I adore the meandering brick bridge to the back door – We often see this type of connector with very straight lines, but the way this curves is just a delight. Notice the detailing on the roof line and around the windows. Also notice the lovely copper overhang – beautiful. Now for a real treat let’s see inside!

Look at that fireplace, quite an architectural feature. The post and beams come right to the floor which I think is very interesting. The wood ceiling and floors balance the expanse of brick. One of my favorite details is the metal band around the fireplace. Also notice the arched entry ways which is repeated in the arch of the fireplace opening.

The kitchen is stunning! Notice there are almost no upper cabinets – the wall of arched windows is breathtaking. The black honed counters are nicely balanced by the black cabinet on the left.

Finally let’s have another look at the outstanding details on the exterior. It is wonderful to see such craftsmanship. A special thank you to Peter Montanti for his wonderful photo tour. Click HERE or on the small photo below to see more of his outstanding work. The fabulous architect was Clay Chapman. To see more of his work click HERE. To read his Blog click HERE. To see more brick homes by General Shale Brick, click HERE.

(All Photos Property of PETER MONTANTI not to be copied with out written permission)

Magasin 36 i Höganäs

Samtidigt som Tine K visningen häromveckan blev det ett besök i den häftiga butiken Magasin 36 i Höganäs. Jag har tänkt åka och besöka den här flera gånger tidigare men inte kommit iväg, men nu fick jag äntligen chansen. Det var verkligen en överraskning. Den ligger i en gammal keramik fabrik och det är så kul när man kommer till ett ställe och får se något riktigt annorlunda. En skön blandning av gammalt, rustikt, industri, franskt men också lite asiatiskt. Men inte bara gammalt utan även en del nytt som Himla och Bloomingville.

This is from a shop in Höganäs, Sweden called Magasin 36. Its located in an old ceramic factory. Even if I've heard about this place before, I was totally surprised by how it all looked. So different. It has a fun mix of old, rustic, industrial, french, asian but also some new like products from Himla and Bloomingville.

Foto Purple Area

{ Happy Weekend! }

Wishing you all a happy weekend with this wonderful and summery picture from Green Gate.... Yes, I'm dreaming of warmer days...

Green Gate's collection make me so happy. Have you seen their latest collection? If not, you can view it here.


(Image: Green Gate)

Norway Now

Norway Now som ställde ut under Stockholm Design week, bestod av ett trettiotal norska produkter. Som väntat var det en design med ganska jordnära och ljusa träslag med robusta textilier i linne och filt. Det var duken som visar ett mönster först efter att man spilt på den, från Kristine Bjaadal. Vackra lampor och fåtöljer från Knudsen & Hindenes. Lampan i perforerad faner (i röda fåtöljen) av Chatrine Kullberg. Soffbordet Nora från Nora of Norway. Att krokarna Dots var designade av norska Tveit & Tornoe (Muuto) visste jag inte tidigare.

During Stockholm Design Week thirty norwegian products was showed under the name of Norway Now. It was as expected a lot of blond wood with natural fabrics, beautiful and earth to ground. These are some of my favourites. Se above for links.

Foto first and third are my own, the rest are press images.

{ 12 ways to get organized! }

We always need more space don't we? By thinking a little bit different, you can create more space and utilize every inch. Therefore, I've gathered 12 tips on how you can get more organized...

1. A bench in the hallway is perfect for storing your shoes etc.
2. By adding a shelf above it you have room for your hats and scarf as well.

3. Use pretty boxes for your dvds and cds.

4. Put your favorite books and magazine under the table, so they are easy to reach. 

 5. A bookshelf can be used for so many other things than books. Use your creativity!

6. Why not try something a little untraditional like these barrels.

7. Store your pretty shoes using a ladder. View other ways to use a ladder here.

8. This chest of drawers is great for storing your magazines.

9. Show off your nice things in the kitchen by displaying them on shelves and cabinets.

 

 10. To avoid clutter on the kitchen counter, it may be an idea to collect stuff in baskets or wooden crates. Read "10 ways to decorate with a basket" here.

11. Store your bottles in zinc boxes. A perfect way to add an industrial look in your room.

12. Keep it organized inside your closets as well, by using boxes for your small stuff. Then it will look beautiful even when you open the doors.

I hope these tips give you some ideas on how to keep it organized.

Thank you for all your sweet comments on my new feminine office and moodboard.

It warms my heart.

(Images: Car mobel and Nina Holst (basket and ladder))

Carolina Gynning

De syns i var och vartannat hem i magasinen numera, Carolina Gynnings tavlor. Men det är inte så konstigt för de är färgglada, väldigt expressiva och har ett eget uttryck som passar in nästan överallt. Dessutom har hon gjort så att stockholmarna numera förstår skånska, hurray!

The paintings from swedish artist Carolina Gynning is shown almost everywere now. I understand why, because they are very expressive, colourful and fits almost in any interior.

Foto Magnus Selander, Sköna Hem

{ Moodboard - truly inspiring! }

As I've told you before; I love to get inspired by moodbords. Usually I make them on a table and take pictures of it, but this time I've made one using a canvas so I can have it over my desk. I used pins and tape to put everything on its place, this way I can easily change the moodboard if I want it to look different.

I've attached a wire to the canvas, so I can hang stuff that I find inspiring as well. The wire actually makes the moodboard more interesting I think.

Usually when I make a moodboard I follow a color scheme, but that isn't necessary of course. There are no rules when it comes to moodboards. It's just FUN and very inspiring!

I will probably fill it up gradually as I find more inspiring photos etc. But I think this is a good start.

Do you ever make moodboards? Do you put them up on the wall like this?


(Images: Nina Holst)

{ My new feminine home office! }

I've done some changes in my home office again, and this time I wanted it to be more feminine and bright. This is how it turned out...

An easy way to get a feminine look in your home office is to add feminine stationery with girly colors and patterns. Or you can even make a moodboard like I have done here with inspirational photos from magazines and other inspirational objects you love. 

Decorative notebooks and boxes will help the surface of your desk get even more romantic and feminine.

An old wooden crate for my favorite magazine is a nice thing to have in reach if I need inspiration.

As I told you in my previous "10 home office tips" post, flowers are a must in your office! They make it extra pleasant and they bring beauty and character to your room.

You can see more pictures of my home office here.

If you wonder how it used to look like, you can view it here.

What do you think? 

(Images: Nina Holst)

Snyggt hus till salu i Malmö

Det är inte så ofta det är något hus till salu i Malmö som gör att jag höjer på ögonbrynen, men det här huset har otroligt vackra detaljer som välvda fönster och en tjusig trappa med snirkligt räcke men också några udda detaljer som bladguld på väggarna på toaletten. Riktigt snyggt och välbevarat utan att vara sönder renoverat eller konstigt till lyxat som det ofta blir med hus i den här prisklassen. Se fler bilder hos Peter Landgren & Co - här, missa inte heller mina gästinlägg på deras blogg.

Its not very often I find a house in my hometown Malmö that is this extraordinary. Take a a look at the details like the windows and the beautiful stairway. I like that its beautiful but not over renovated. See more images at Peter Landgren & Co, where I have also some guest posts in their blog.

Foto Peter Landgren & Co