Family Modern

This Finnish home is a wonderful example of relaxed Scandinavian modern style — here design classics mix happily with flea market finds and vintage posters found on trips abroad, while the numerous books and children's toys show that it's a home that's really lived in and enjoyed. More photos here on Plaza.


(photography by Jorma Marstio)

Pattern Recognition

Love the attention to detail in the light filled Finnish home of a stylist and a musician — colourful and pattern-filled little vignettes everywhere make this minimalist space endlessly interesting and personal. More (in Finnish) here from Plaza magazine.


(photography by Kristiina Kurronen)

A Sense of Fun

An old Finnish house has a fresh and playful look, thanks to quirky details like the cheerful green tiled stove, restaurant menu art and smiling toy monkey perched on the couch. So happy and fun to live in. Via avotakka.


(photography by Johanna Kinnari)

Monday

Hope your Monday brings a warm and cosy start to your week.


P.S. The weekend baking experiment was a little wonky but turned out great! We used the New York Times No-Knead Bread recipe.


(lovely photo from vt wonen via room 269)

Colour Theory

This renovated home in Finland is a great lesson on how the judicious use of colour can really make a minimally furnished space sing — especially love the traditional stove in deep red. Via avotakka.


(photography by Tiiu Kaitalo)

Home Sweet Home

The family of four living in this pretty Helsinki home love their bright environment, with its fresh candy colours against a bright white background. This strikes me as a very happy space — such a lot of good energy. Via avotakka.

(photography by Tiiu Kaitalo)

Pure and Simple

This Finnish home is a perfect example of relaxed minimalism — it's simple, but warm and eminently liveable. Via Avotakka.


(photography by René Granström/Mindre)

Finnish Modern

The lovely country home of Ulla Koskisen, editor of the decor section of the Finnish magazine Plaza. Just love its elegant and relaxed modernism. More photos here, too.


(photography by Morten Holtum and Sameli Rantanen)