I thought today we could look in more detail at the design of 1800s and 1900s Swedish Gustavian sofas. They have been much copied now and have provided reference for many modern reinterpretations but you just cant beat the real thing. Here
If ever you are in Katrinholm, Sweden, you must take come time out to visit Helena Johansson at Augusta Antiko. She has a loppis in town and one in the countryside next to her house. Apart from being the most
A Swedish Loppis is similar to the French brocantes and the flea markets we find in England. Within them a trove of treasures just waiting to be found. With a patient eye you can source real delights. The Swedes hold many
Antique Gustavian Sofas - a beautiful investment One of the things people forget in the whirl of todays fast changing consumer lifestyle, is that great things are made to last. While its easy to drop into a big sofa store and buy
I had the honour of being shown around Gustaf Liljencrantz and his beautiful Polish wife's manor house yesterday. This has always been one of my dream houses with its grand entrance and magnificent grounds. Gustaf, who owns the house is
August is a great month in Sweden, relaxed, great weather, happy people and of course the famous crayfish festival. Huge great vats of steaming red crayfish are cooked outdoors and the whole family comes together by the swedish lakeside. The tradition originates
Continuing my travel through the inspirational vistas of Sweden, after lying on the altarn at the back of my parents house working on my novel , I decided to take photos of the wonderful woods and lawns surrounding it. This
As Im taking a 2 week writing trip in Sweden, I thought I'd share some of the wonderful things about this beautiful country that fill me with joy and are the inspiration behind much of the design work we do
So, my dressing room / walk in wardrobe is taking shape nicely but now to finish it off. Its time to accessorise! Thats always the fun bit. I love looking at clothes as art and many of my Ewa I Walla dresses