Plan B Design

We found this lovely company, Plan B Design, by mistake when browsing for a certain kind of armchair on the internet. Plan B Design renovate and upholster old furniture with a special kind of twist as you can see above. Their modern take and original style make these pieces very unique. It was love at first sight for us. We can’t get enough of this style. Plan B Design is a Swedish company from Stockholm. They have a showroom in central Stockholm and you can visit it by appointment. Hopefully you are as smitten as we are! For more info visit their site here.

The very talented Eva Lamppu

The very talented Eva Lamppu works as a professional painter in Helsinki. She specializes in oil paintings and in tempera and textile collages. She studied art at the Free art School in Helsinki 2011-2016 and has been very productive since the beginning . Eva has had numerous group- and solo exhibitions. She finds inspiration in form , a feeling or both and she paints people, objects, spaces and occasionally landscapes. Her use of textiles as part of her paintings is unique and makes her art much more interesting. The colour schemes in her art are very harmonious and work, in our opinion, in every home. A home is never complete without art. This is something we tend to neglect nowadays. You can find her homepage here.

Beautiful news at Svenskt Tenn

When in Stockholm you can’t miss Svenst Tenn’s store on Strandgatan 5. They have just realeased some beautiful new items and here are som favorites. You can’t really visit the store without buying something and leave with a long wishlist for the future. There’s always something from Svenskt Tenn on our wishlists. Enjoy your weekend dear readers!

Classic modernism at its finest

This classic modern apartment building was converted by Oscar Properties into 40 unique units on Nybrogatan 19 in Stockholm and are opening their doors this Wednesday ( december 7th ) for the first viewings. Don’t miss it of you’re in town. I will definitely pop by if there’s a chance during the weekend. This interior makes my heart flutter and skip a beat. Could we see something similar in Helsinki soon, pretty please?!

Overose

There’s a new kid in town, Overose, that make beautiful scented candles and we’re smitten. Overose is a Parisian based perfume house that aim to produce all products as responsibly as possible. You can read more about their environmental responsibility here. Overose is founded by Matthieu Belhandouz who studied fashion design at La Cambre and who also worked briefly for Stella McCartney. The scented candles are quite sold out at the moment but luckily I was able to get my hands on Pinèdre ( pine and cedarwood ). It just so happens to be one of my favorite scents, especially around Christmas. Can’t wait to smell you!

Apparatus

Photo via Apparatus Apparatus is a New York based design studio that specializes in unique lightings, objects and furniture. They use marble, leather, aged brass, etched glass and porcelain as their main components to create the ‘perfect imperfect’. The duo behind Apparatus are Gabriel Hendifar and Jeremy Anderson. Gabriel has a background in fashion and […]

Bathroom

Photo via Pinterest If the kitchen is where the soul thrives then the bathroom is definitely where the soul relaxes. These two spaces should be well thought out. They are usually the most time and effort consuming when designed/re-done/renovated, not to mention they usually need quite a lot of resources so make sure it’s a […]

Summertime

Photo Anna Bargum Summertime and the living is easy. Hope you’ve had a lovely weekend. We’ve enjoyed the sun and the warm summer weather. Although most of you, the ones not from here, think Finland is a cold and dark country there’s actually NOTHING that compares to the Finnish summer. We usually enjoy warm weather […]

Verpan

Photo Verpan Here are some beautiful furniture by  Verpan, much like Verner Panton they are a product of Danish design tradition. It is funtctional but has a unique and modern design. Verpan collaborates closely with the Panton estate and has aquired the production and sales rights to some of Verner Panton’s most memorable and elegant […]

Bukowskis Market favorites

Photo Bukowskis Market Here are some favorites from Bukowskis Market at the moment. I could easily place all of these pieces at our countryside. I’m always on the lookout for beautiful old pieces for our country house. Happy Sunday friends! xx Anna [share title=”Share this Post” facebook=”true” twitter=”true” pinterest=”true” email=”true”]

Woodnotes + Nikari

Photo Anna Bargum Woodnotes and Nikari ( that we mentioned earlier here ) opened a showroom in Vitra’s old venue on Yrjönkatu early May this year. It’s very minimalistical and clean cut. Both have beautiful products that really stand the test of time. Woodnotes is known for their carpets, blinds&panels, furniture and accessories. It was founded […]

Pick of the week

Photo Romina Ressia My pick of the week are these beautiful portraits by Romina Ressia. She’s a 35 year old photographer from Argentina. She studied economics but ended up working with photography. She’s been an independent photographer since the age of 25 and has received major success thanks to being identified via social media. She’s […]

Creanno’s beautiful new showroom

Photo Anna Bargum We went to have a look at Creanno’s new showroom on Merimiehenkatu 14 and it’s beautiful. If you need inspiration for a new kitchen this is definitely the place to go. Creanno sells Kvänum solutions for your home and collaborates with Gaggenau, Miele, Ilve and ABL-laatat. I could dream away in this […]

Classical apartment in Paris

Photo via Behance This stunning classical apartment in Paris by interior designer Jessica Vedel is just breathtaking. Outside exterior and fireplace are by Bertrand Benoit but other than that it’s completely Jessica’s handprint on it. xx Anna [share title=”Share this Post” facebook=”true” twitter=”true” pinterest=”true” email=”true”]

Kivilahti & Keltanen

Photo Krista Keltanen We had the pleasure of working with  Jonna Kivilahti and Krista Keltanen when featuring Nina’s home in Avotakka’s January 2016 issue. Jonna Kivilahti is a renowned interior journalist, designer, stylist, lifestyle shop owner and blogger. Jonna wrote the feature for Avotakka and the amazingly talented Krista Keltanen took the beautiful pictures. If […]

Sander table

  Photo Massproductions I love this table from Massproductions. It was first released in 2010 in a limited edition of 50 pieces and now reproduced in the original clear glass but also in  green. Artek sells it in Helsinki and you can read more about the brand here. xx Anna [share title=”Share this Post” facebook=”true” […]

Grevgatan 14

Photo Wrede This cool apartment has a nice soft colour palette and I absolutely LOVE the painted ceilings. Painted ceilings can be tricky as it lowers the height in a room but with a turn of the century ( 19th ) apartment like this, it is not a problem. The height usually lands anywhere between […]

Parachilna

    Photo Parachilna Parachilna is a spanish brand that specializes in quality lamps and a philosophical way of thinking, almost spiritual. Parachilna is dedicated to creating decorative lighting that is made with the outmost quality that only few remaining metalsmith, ceramicists, glass blowers and other craftsmen master in Europe any more. Their dream is […]

Chair love

Photo Friends&Founder Friends&Founders new chair “La Pipe” is to die for. It was love at first sight, something about the form and material is so appealing to me.”La Pipe” is designed by  Ida Linea Hildebrand for ultimate comfort and with a love for both refined forms and strong silhouettes. It comes as a low lounge […]

Blanca & Luca

      Photos AnnaLeena Leino & MeliMeli Amelia Widell got tired of searching for the perfect sofa for a reasonable price and decided to design her own. The brand MeliMeli is  a result of that never-ending search. The Blanca series includes a sofa and an ottoman in velvet. The Luca series is a sofa in […]

Artilleriet Studio

Photo Johanna Bradford   One of our favorite shops Artilleriet in Gothenburg, are celebrating their 5th anniversary with a unique exhibition Artilleriet Studio. The result is a beautiful space decorated with selected products from their shop. If in Gothenburg don’t miss Artilleriet Studio 13th of May-29th of October on Magasinsgatan 19. Happy 5th anniversary Artilleriet! […]

No Early Birds

Photo No Early Birds No Early Birds is a brand designed and produced by Per Söderberg. The whole collection is produced in Sweden and uses only qualitative and eco-friendly materials. Mr. Söderberg has a long career in design and architecture with many prestigious projects for clients like Asplund, David Design, Moschino and Plaza. He founded […]

Sibyllegatan 9

Photo Alexander White   This beautiful apartment on Sibyllegatan 9 in Stockholm is for sale at Alexander White. We love browsing through Hemnet for inspiration. The Swedes really know how to promote their homes when selling but also have excellent taste in general. Everything is in perfect harmony here. I could move in tomorrow. I bet […]

The Princess Lilian suite at Grand Hôtel Stockholm

Grand Hôtel in Stockholm has been renovating for quite some time and the luxury suite ‘The Princess Lilian suite’ of 330 m2 is now ready. What a beautiful space, designed by Sanna Nathanson. Here Grand Hôtel has created an exclusive yet cosy home away from home featuring two bedrooms, a living room, library, kitchen, relaxation area […]

Barcelona home

Photo Katty Schiebeck   This amazing apartment of 155m2 located in Barcelona, shows an apartment with a wide open space, uniting kitchen, dining, and lounge area. Katty Schiebeck  is the interiorist behind this beautiful space but she also works as a private real estate agent in Barcelona. She’s considered one of the youngest promises of the […]

Fornasetti

Fornasetti, oh Fornasetti, what a beautiful relationship we have. To say that we are admirerers is an major understatement. The way this novel brand , founded by Piero Fornasetti, makes us feel is just too big for words. The Italians, as always, have a true sense of style and it is no less true with […]

Stunning 19th century home in Lyon

Photographed by Felix Forest for Vogue Australia via Coco Lapine Design   This beautiful 19th century home in Lyon leaves us breathless and in awe. We love the balance of earthier African items mixed with designer ones. What an inspirational home!   xx Anna [share title=”Share this Post” facebook=”true” twitter=”true” pinterest=”true” email=”true”]

The Botanic Shelf by Riikka Kantinkoski & Pinja Rougerin

Photo Riikka kantinkoski & Pinja Rougerin   If you’re an enthusiastic or wannabe plant grower these shelves by  Riikka Kantinkoski and Pinja Rougerin are a must. The shelves are made of brass and oak. They can be combined in many different ways. xx Anna [share title=”Share this Post” facebook=”true” twitter=”true” pinterest=”true” email=”true”]