The golden rule for this 1950s apartment? Don’t throw anything away, reinterpret everything
In Stockholm, a 1950s apartment combines architectural heritage with contemporary decor. Take a guided tour
In this apartment, the herringbone parquet floor creaks softly underfoot and sets the tone. The light wood glass doors separate the rooms while allowing the eye to wander. In southern Stockholm, this 1950s apartment fully asserts its identity. The current owners chose to renovate without erasing the past, taking a thoughtful approach. They preserved the soul of the space while revealing its potential. Every change respected the existing structure.
The living room plays with three color schemes. The walls remain in a warm, neutral beige, almost sandy. A sofa, in powder-pink bouclé fabric, adds softness and contrast to this space where wood is omnipresent. A rounded ivory ottoman, a white coffee table, a brown, graphic rug on the floor... Everything coordinates without falling into mid-century clichés. The large, round, white pendant light illuminates the room. Light floods in generously from the well-oriented balcony.
Color takes center stage in the contemporary kitchen. The lower cabinet fronts are painted in a deep sage green, almost slate-like, with chrome handles that catch the light. Its light wood countertop creates a warm contrast. The walls are painted in an ochre shade reminiscent of 1950s Swedish kitchens from magazines. View of the trees on the garden side extends the feeling of being halfway between the city and the countryside.
The master bedroom is separated from the living room by a simple, carefully preserved vintage glass door. It is painted in a soft blue from floor to ceiling. This slightly faded shade creates a serene atmosphere in the room. A monumental antique carved walnut dresser adds a touch of classic chic to this bedroom.
Nude pink walls, a leopard-print canopy, a window overlooking the trees. With the foliage serving as a natural backdrop, this room embodies the quintessence of Scandinavian children’s room decor.
No need to change everything to transform the space. The sanded floors, original woodwork, and light wood glass doors are heritage elements. The renovation carefully preserved them, and the Scandinavian decor was added on top.
61sqm
This 1950s apartment is for sale on the Hemnet website
A palette featuring soft hues
The living room plays with three color schemes. The walls remain in a warm, neutral beige, almost sandy. A sofa, in powder-pink bouclé fabric, adds softness and contrast to this space where wood is omnipresent. A rounded ivory ottoman, a white coffee table, a brown, graphic rug on the floor... Everything coordinates without falling into mid-century clichés. The large, round, white pendant light illuminates the room. Light floods in generously from the well-oriented balcony.
The kitchen, another centerpiece of the apartment
Color takes center stage in the contemporary kitchen. The lower cabinet fronts are painted in a deep sage green, almost slate-like, with chrome handles that catch the light. Its light wood countertop creates a warm contrast. The walls are painted in an ochre shade reminiscent of 1950s Swedish kitchens from magazines. View of the trees on the garden side extends the feeling of being halfway between the city and the countryside.
The bedroom adjacent to the living room
The master bedroom is separated from the living room by a simple, carefully preserved vintage glass door. It is painted in a soft blue from floor to ceiling. This slightly faded shade creates a serene atmosphere in the room. A monumental antique carved walnut dresser adds a touch of classic chic to this bedroom.
The children’s room is exemplary
Nude pink walls, a leopard-print canopy, a window overlooking the trees. With the foliage serving as a natural backdrop, this room embodies the quintessence of Scandinavian children’s room decor.
Respect for the period spirit
No need to change everything to transform the space. The sanded floors, original woodwork, and light wood glass doors are heritage elements. The renovation carefully preserved them, and the Scandinavian decor was added on top.
61sqm
This 1950s apartment is for sale on the Hemnet website
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