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A one-bedroom apartment with smart custom built-ins to optimize the layout

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This gorgeous one-bedroom apartment (photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale via Alvhem) has a beautiful combination of custom built-ins in every single room, allowing the floor plan to be perfectly optimized with storage opportunities everywhere.

The shared bedroom and sofa area are separated with a wood partition that is closed on the bottom and lets light through at the top. The bedroom section has a custom wardrobe painted in the same color as the walls, that goes over into a lower sideboard towards the sofa area. This sideboard is decorated with a gorgeous TV gallery wall that adds a unique touch to the space.

The warm grey kitchen with wood countertops and brass hardware has a corner layout fitting the space perfectly. The combination of shiplap with an elegant geometric wallpaper is what makes this kitchen design unique.

A shared bedroom and living room with a wall separation

A shared bedroom and sofa area with a beautiful TV gallery wall

The living and sleeping areas have a subtle greige wall color, that is paired with an off-white fabric sofa, a light grey area rug, and a dark wood coffee table that adds a beautiful contrast to the otherwise neutral color palette.

A shared bedroom and living room with a wall separation

Opposite the sofa, you can find a custom-built sideboard that follows the design of the custom wardrobe. The paint color used on the cabinet doors matches the wall color for an integrated effect and the dark wood top adds a contrasting tone to the setting.

The wall above the sideboard is decorated with a TV gallery wall, turning a functional element into a decor piece in the space.

A TV gallery wall on top of a custom sideboard in a greige color

A shared bedroom and living room with a wall separation

The bedroom section of the space is framed with off-white linen curtains that pair up nicely with the greige wall color.

A shared bedroom and living room with a wall separation

A shared bedroom and living room with a wall separation

A warm grey kitchen with shiplap walls and a wallpaper accent

The geometric kitchen wallpaper immediately catches the eye in this warm yet dark tone kitchen and finishes off the classic design of the space in a unique and elegant way.

A warm grey kitchen with wood countertops, brass hardware and a shiplap backsplash

The warm grey kitchen cabinets are finished with wood countertops, brass hardware, and a beautiful beige shiplap backsplash adds a lighter tone to the setting. The brass rail above the stovetop matches with the hardware and the copper pans on display add a subtle farmhouse look to the setting.

A warm grey kitchen with wood countertops, brass hardware and a shiplap backsplash

A warm grey kitchen with wood countertops, brass hardware and a shiplap backsplash

The corner kitchen layout includes a storage cabinet that opens above the kitchen counters, where the coffee machine is kept.

A warm grey kitchen with wood countertops, brass hardware and a shiplap backsplash, in a corner layout

A warm grey kitchen with wood countertops, brass hardware and a shiplap backsplash, in a corner layout

The shiplap wall treatment continues in the dining area, breaking up the bold wallpaper pattern in an elegant way. The small round dining table with light wood chairs can seat three people and fits perfectly in front of the kitchen window.

A kitchen dining area with a shiplap walls and an accent wallpaper in a warm grey kitchen

A kitchen dining area with a shiplap walls and an accent wallpaper

A mudroom bench paired with smart entryway storage

The entryway of the apartment includes a smart mudroom bench with a shiplap back wall and closed storage on top and on the bottom. This custom bench module and the other custom storage modules used in the entryway are all painted in the same greige color, tying the apartment design together nicely.

An entryway wist custom built-ins in greige and a custom mudroom bench

An entryway wist custom built-ins in greige

Photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale via Alvhem

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A cozy natural color palette and lots of textures

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This beautiful apartment with two bedrooms in Sweden (Styled by Emma Fisher and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Hendrik Linden, for sale at Alvhem) has a subtle light grey wall color throughout the floorplan, which makes the furniture and accessories stand out against the walls in a modest way.

The apartment has two bedrooms: one next to the living room, and a second one next to the kitchen. The decor of the living room is based around the white sofa and white area rug and finished off with black and brown accent pieces.

The bedrooms are decorated in a warm yet modest way, and the kitchen includes a vintage dining table that adds a lot of contrast and texture to the space.

A living room with a white base palette and black and brown accents

The white living room couch is paired with a beautiful textured area rug in an off-white color. These white elements, along with the sheer white curtains in front of the window and the light grey living room walls, make for a perfect color palette from which the darker tones stand out.

A living room with light grey walls, a neutral color palette and brown and black accent pieces

The black coffee table, the mixture of textiles on the couch, and the green plant on the window sill all add a beautiful contrast to the living room decor.

A living room with light grey walls, a neutral color palette and brown and black accent pieces

A black sideboard is decorated with natural materials, a green branch, and black and white art prints.

A living room with light grey walls, a neutral color palette and brown and black accent pieces

A living room with light grey walls, a neutral color palette and brown and black accent pieces

The vintage glass cabinet next to the historic white ceramic fireplace adds a classic element to the setting. I love how the darker wood tone stands out against the white-soaped hardwood flooring.

A living room with light grey walls, a neutral color palette and brown and black accent pieces, vintage glass cabinet

A neutral bedroom with a burned orange comforter

The color palette of the main bedroom is rather neutral, with a light grey wall color paired with black bedside tables, a double black wall lamp, and a beautiful green branch by the window. It’s the burned orange comforter that is the main focal point in the space.

A bedroom with light grey walls, a neutral decor and a burned orange comforter

A bedroom with light grey walls, a neutral decor and a burned orange comforter

A bedroom with light grey walls, a neutral decor and a burned orange comforter

A vintage kitchen dining table with metal chairs

The vintage dining table transforms the look of the basic kitchen and adds a cozy area in front of the windows. The rough texture of the wooden table pairs nicely with the industrial touch of the metal chairs, while the careful selection of ceramics on the table and on the window sill add an elegant touch to the setting,

A simple kitchen with a vintage dining tale and metal chairs for a vintage industrial look

A simple kitchen with a vintage dining tale and metal chairs for a vintage industrial look

A simple kitchen with a vintage dining tale and metal chairs for a vintage industrial look

The color palette of the second bedroom pairs nicely with the one in the kitchen dining area, for a smooth transition from one space into the other.

A simple kitchen with a vintage dining tale and metal chairs for a vintage industrial look

A guest bedroom with a vintage desk

Just like in the rest of the interior of this apartment, the color palette is based around a natural base, with contrasting black elements in the textiles, lighting fixtures, and art prints, with a subtle touch of green brought on by the plants.

A guest bedroom with light grey walls and  black and white decor

A white-painted vintage desk makes for a great home office section in the bedroom. The bedroom wall has a subtle wallpaper, which makes the beautiful objects on the desk and the peg rail on the wall stand out.

A vintage desk in a guest bedroom with an accent wallpaper wall

A mix of hexagon tiles and subway tiles in the bathroom

The bathroom walls have clean white subway tiles with grey grout, paired with a grey vanity and chrome fixtures for a modern effect. The marble hexagon tiles on the bathroom floor add a wonderful texture and have an elegant effect on the space.

A bathroom with white subway tiles on the wall, a grey vanity, chrome fixtures and white marble hexagon floor tiles

An entryway with a combination of different flooring

When you enter the apartment, you are greeted with a beautiful black and white tile floor, which goes over into a hardwood floor in the second hallway section.

An entryway with a black and white tile floor

A subtle white wall shelf is the perfect spot for a beautiful selection of decor pieces. and a simple round mirror.

an entryway with a simple wall shelf and a round mirror

an entryway with a simple wall shelf and a round mirror

Styled by Emma Fisher and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Hendrik Linden, for sale at Alvhem

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Off-white kitchen cabinets and a blue-grey bedroom ceiling

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This beautiful two-bedroom apartment with a living kitchen (photographed by Henrik Linden, sold at Alvhem) has some beautiful historic features, including curved walls and lots of big windows that let in an abundance of natural light.

The living kitchen features off-white cabinets paired with a beautiful beige limestone countertop, finished off with chrome hardware and black accent bar stools by the kitchen island. The small dining and sofa areas complete this space beautifully and allow the integration of lounging, cooking, and eating right next to each other.

The guest bedroom has an eye-catching blue-grey ceiling corner, finished with a few colorful accents, while the minimal main bedroom has a built-in wardrobe with an integrated home office desk.

A living kitchen with off-white cabinets, beige limestone countertops and chrome hardware

An off-white kitchen with beige limestone countertops

The elegant off-white kitchen cabinets stand out in a subtle way against the light grey walls in the living kitchen. The beige limestone countertops add a warm tone to the setting, while the chrome hardware adds a modern touch.

A living kitchen with off-white cabinets, beige limestone countertops and chrome hardware

The small kitchen island is paired with two elegant black bar stools that add contrast to the setting. The island adds countertop space, yet it also provides a visual separation between the kitchen and the living area.

A living kitchen with off-white cabinets, beige limestone countertops and chrome hardware

The hardware material also comes back on the Moccamaster coffee maker with chrome details and on the kitchen faucet, which is a nice touch.

A living kitchen with off-white cabinets, beige limestone countertops and chrome hardware

The black metal and leather in the bar stools also come back in the impressive Drop chandelier from 101Cph and in the leather details of the dining chairs. The impressive fig tree by the window adds a fresh touch of green and the warm wood tones in the vintage dining room set add a warm element to this beautiful living kitchen.

A living kitchen with off-white cabinets, beige limestone countertops and chrome hardware

A guest bedroom with a blue-grey ceiling

The blue-grey ceiling with green undertones adds an impressive focal point in the guest bedroom while accentuating the intricate details in the crown molding. The elegant blue and green tones used to finish the decor of the space complement the color of the ceiling perfectly.

A guest bedroom with a blue-grey ceiling color and green and blue accents in the decor

A guest bedroom with a blue-grey ceiling color and green and blue accents in the decor

A guest bedroom with a blue-grey ceiling color and green and blue accents in the decor

A custom wardrobe with a home office in the main bedroom

The custom wardrobe in the main bedroom is built in a smart way, including a floating desk in between the main storage modules and a place to hang the TV on the wall. I love this smart combination of different functionalities and it also provides lots of storage space for the apartment.

A custom wardrobe with an integrated floating desk and TV

The rest of the bedroom decor is kept minimal to complement the functional design of the space.

A minimal bedroom decor with blue accents

Storage modules and black metal in the hallway

The door towards the main bedroom is made of glass and black metal, allowing natural light to flow into the entryway. The large wardrobe in this space is a continuation of the custom wardrobe in the main bedroom.

An entryway with white custom storage modules and a black metal and glass door

The black metal material of the bedroom door comes back in the large standing mirror leaning against the hallway wall.

An entryway with a black metal mirror leaning against the wall

photographed by Henrik Linden, sold at Alvhem

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Grey kitchen cabinets against sage green walls in an attic apartment

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This gorgeous turn-of-the-century attic apartment in Sweden (styled by Grey Deco, for sale at Alvhem) has sloped ceilings in the bedroom, however, the rest of the space has straight walls, which makes it easier to decorate and take advantage of the ceiling height.

The light grey kitchen is finished with sage green walls, for an interesting effect in the space with a beautiful dining area right next to the window which is finished with a custom peg rail.

The living room has a beige color palette finished off with brown details, while the bedroom with sloped ceilings has a minimal yet cozy atmosphere.

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

A light grey kitchen paired with sage-green walls

The light grey kitchen is fitted on either side of the space, allowing for enough worktop space and leaving out a big area in front of the window to comfortably fit a dining table. The walls are painted in a beautiful sage green color, which complements the cabinets, while also contrasting nicely with the white tiles on the kitchen walls.

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

The light grey kitchen cabinets are finished with a white subway tile backslash on the wall, brass hardware, and a butcher block countertop to add a natural touch to the otherwise cooler color palette.

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

The kitchen includes a walk-in-pantry with wall shelving, which is painted in the same wall color as the kitchen, making it a smooth extension of the space.

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

The kitchen window is fitted with white curtains that stand out against the sage green wall color. The dining table is paired with light wood bentwood chairs and a classic chandelier adds a whimsical touch to this area.

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

The wall behind the kitchen table has a custom oak wood peg rail that is perfect for hanging kitchen utensils and decor items. It finishes off this dining area in the most perfect way I think.

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

A grey kitchen with wood countertops and sage green walls

A combination of beige tones in the cozy living room

While the grey and green tones in the kitchen add a subtle fresh touch to the apartment decor, the living room is decorated in warm beige and brown tones that result in a warmer and cozy atmosphere. The greige living room walls are paired with a warm beige fluffy area rug and natural wood tones in the coffee table and armchair.

The different patterns of the textiles in the throw pillows on the beige sofa add a beautiful texture to the setting, which is reflected in the big round mirror next to the window.

A living room with greige walls, warm beige textiles. and brown accents.

On the other side of the living room, you can find an Ikea Ivar cabinet with a dark stain. The dark brown of the cabinet pairs perfectly with the greige wall color and the brown also comes back in the art print hanging above it.

A living room with greige walls, warm beige textiles. and brown accents.

The white double interior doors that lead towards the kitchen are a gorgeous historic element in the space and they frame the view from the living room into the kitchen nicely.

A living room with greige walls, warm beige textiles. and brown accents.

The TV is mounted to the wall right next to the historic fireplace, paired with an elegant bench to finish the corner.

A living room with greige walls, warm beige textiles. and brown accents.

A minimal white bedroom that fits underneath the sloped ceilings

The white walls in the bedroom paired with a mixture of of subtle textiles and carefully selected objects result in a minimal yet cozy bedroom setting.

A mixture of subtle beige and grey textiles on the bed add an interesting texture while keeping a modest color palette.

A minimal yet cozy bedroom with a mixture of white walls and beige textiles

The seating area next to the window matches the color palette of the textiles on the bed and ties the bedroom decor together with the one in the adjacent living room.

A minimal yet cozy bedroom with a mixture of white walls and beige textiles

A minimal yet cozy bedroom with a mixture of white walls and beige textiles

In a niche space between the bedroom and the walk-in closet, a home office is created with the use of a simple white floating desk that fits into the space. While this spot might not be comfortable enough to work from home full-time, it’s perfect to take the sporadic meetings or to work from home part-time.

A floating desk in a bedroom niche space

Styled by Grey Deco, for sale at Alvhem

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Village school house by Norm Architects

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Renowned Danish design agency Norm Architects has recently completed the renovation and modernization of a Village School house originally built in 1721 with respect to the old traditional building style, however completely modernized on the inside.

The interior is tailored to a busy modern-life family with three children. The flooring throughout the entire house is cast magnesite, paired with bright white walls and oak paneling that connects the material choices of the different floors and functional areas.

An oak wood kitchen with brass hardware and a grey stone countertop

A spacious living kitchen finished with oak and grey stone

The bespoke kitchen by Kolon stretches from one room to another, seamlessly fitting into the architecture, while also including all functionalities necessary in a family kitchen. The kitchen is built entirely in oak with brass knobs and a great stone countertop that resembles the outdoor nature.

An oak wood kitchen with brass hardware and a grey stone countertop

An oak wood kitchen with brass hardware and a grey stone countertop

The large round dining table fitted with oak Wishbone chairs provides a great spot for the family to gather and have meals together. The material selection of the dining area complements the one of the kitchen design perfectly.

An oak wood kitchen with brass hardware and a grey stone countertop

An oak wood kitchen with brass hardware and a grey stone countertop

An oak wood kitchen with brass hardware and a grey stone countertop

A modern staircase with integrated storage functionality

The innovative staircase is designed in the same oak material that has been used in the rest of the schoolhouse. Each step is made into a cabinet door underneath the staircase, providing storage for both small and bigger items.

A modern oak staircase with integrated storage cabinets in the steps

A modern oak staircase with integrated storage cabinets in the steps

A modern oak staircase with integrated storage cabinets in the steps

A minimal bathroom with clay plaster walls and oak finishes

The oak finishes that can be found in the rest of the house come back in the gorgeous bathrooms as well, however, here they are combined with beautiful clay plaster walls that add a natural texture to the calming design. The choice of natural materials accentuates the organic forms that can be observed on the walls of the bathroom, creating a soft atmosphere.

A minimal bathroom with clay plaster walls, oak cabinets and white tub

A minimal bathroom with clay plaster walls, oak cabinets and gold fixtures

A minimal bathroom with clay plaster walls, oak cabinets and gold fixtures

A minimal bathroom with clay plaster walls, oak cabinets and white tub

A minimal bathroom with clay plaster walls, oak cabinets and white tub

Smart storage underneath the bed

Just like in the staircase, in the master bedroom, you can find a smart and custom storage module. The area underneath the bed includes oak drawers integrated into the bed frame, ideal for storing away blankets and less-used clothing.

A bedroom with custom storgae space underneath the bed frame
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Loft home with a minimal sage green kitchen

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This beautiful loft home in Sweden (photographed by Adam Helbaoui, sold via Innerstadsspecialisten) has an impressive black metal window that provides the entire apartment with an abundance of natural light. On the other side of the loft, you can find a kitchen with a loft level on top containing the bedroom, which can be accessed by the beautiful black metal staircase next to the sofa.

The loft features a wide array of custom storage modules that were designed when remodeling this place to optimize storage and functionality on a relatively small floor space.

A loft loving room in a white color palette with a custom built bookshef

A living room with an impressive window and a ceiling-high custom storage solution

In the front section of the loft space, you can find the living room, which is decorated in an elegant, minimal way. The white fabric couch on top of the large white area rug paired with the white walls provides a beautiful light base palette that is enhanced with black accent pieces to complement the majestic black metal window.

A loft loving room in a white color palette with a custom built bookshef

The impressive ceiling height in the living room section is accentuated by the impressive custom bookshelf that includes closed storage modules on the bottom, integrated LED lighting, a home library, and a spot for the TV. I think this is a true masterpiece in the space.

A loft loving room in a white color palette with a custom built bookshef

The round mirror above the sofa reflects the space in an elegant way, while the Monstera plant adds a fresh pop of green to the setting.

A loft loving room in a white color palette

A minimal sage-green kitchen that continues towards the entryway

Underneath the black metal loft level, you can find a beautiful sage-green kitchen module. Right behind the black metal staircase, you can find the tall kitchen modules including the fridge and electronic appliances. These tall cupboards have a white finish and transform into an entryway storage section right next to the front door of the loft.

A sage green kitchen underneath a bedroom loft level that continues into entryway storage

The sage green kitchen cabinets are paired with a matching kitchen wall color, a tick white marble countertop, and elegant metal hardware.

The beige stone dining table paired with the light grey Series 7 chairs connects the kitchen with the rest of the living space.

A sage green kitchen with a beige dining table

A loft bedroom with a natural color palette and a home office corner

The bedroom is located on the second level on top of the kitchen, right underneath the beautifully curved ceiling the building architecture provides. The grey rug that covers the entire loft floor is paired with a light grey custom hardware that fits perfectly underneath the lower ceiling.

The bed is made with a mixture of white and beige textiles and two beautiful portable lamps on the bedside tables that match the color palette perfectly.

A loft level bedroom decorated in a mixture of beige, white and grey

A floating desk right next to the bedroom wardrobe provides a small spot to work from home, without taking up too much surface in this loft home. I think the desk fits perfectly in between the wardrobe and the railing, blending in with the addition of the black table lamp, black chair, and the set of black and white prints decorating the wall.

A bedroom with a floating desk for a home office spot

A minimal beige tile bathroom

The soft beige tiles on both the floors and the walls in this bathroom provide the space with an elegant setting from which the chrome fixtures and white porcelain stand out.

A modern bathroom with beige tiles and chrome fixtures

Custom built-ins make for sample storage space in this loft home

The elegant solution of combining the kitchen with entryway storage is paired with a beautiful custom walk-in closet that seemingly provides a spot for everything in an elegant way.

custom storage solution in a loft home

Photographed by Adam Helbaoui, sold via Innerstadsspecialisten

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Light beige walls paired with blue accents in a historic Swedish flat

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This gorgeous historic apartment in Sweden (styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale at Alvhem) has intricate white historic details in the interior architecture, paired with white-soaped hardwood flooring for a light base palette that is enhanced with a subtle light beige wall color in both the living room and bedroom.

Both spaces, separated by a double interior door are decorated in a natural color palette, with a few touches of blue that add a true focal point to the interior design.

The simple white kitchen features white kitchen cabinets paired with wood countertops and black hardware. The layout of the kitchen cabinets is planned to include a little breakfast nook to optimize the floor plan to include both the kitchen and a dining area.

A light beige living and dining room decorated with blue accents

Light beige living room walls paired with a light grey sofa and blue accents

The beautiful white historic details in the building are accentuated by the light beige paint color on the living room walls. The light grey fabric sofa is paired with a white area rug and a mixture of beiges and blues in the throw pillows for an interesting combination of warm and cool tones.

A light beige living and dining room decorated with blue accents

The windows are fitted with sheer white curtains that stand out in a subtle way against the light beige wall color.

A light beige living and dining room decorated with blue accents

A light beige living and dining room decorated with blue accents

A natural oak wood dining area decorated with a subtle gallery wall in tints of blue

The round wood dining table is paired with four oak CH24 Wishbone dining chairs that stand out against the light color of the hardwood flooring.

The living room gallery wall connects the sofa area with the dining section and inside of the oak frames, subtle blue tones can be seen that tie the living room color palette together nicely.

A light beige living and dining room decorated with blue accents

The mirror on the wall opposite the window is a great decor element in this setting and allows the beautiful daylight to be reflected back into the living room.

A light beige living and dining room decorated with blue accents

Light beige bedroom walls and blue accent bedside lamps

Behind the double interior doors in the living room, which subtly stand out against the light beige walls, you can find the beige bedroom, which shares the same color as the living room.

A light beige bedroom decorated with a mixture of natural wood tones, beige textiles and blue accents

The light beige bedroom walls are paired with a color palette comprised of different beige and off-white textiles and a few wooden furniture elements to add a natural element to the setting. The two blue portable lamps add a blue touch just like in the adjacent living room for a cohesive interior design throughout the space.

A light beige bedroom decorated with a mixture of natural wood tones, beige textiles and blue accents

The white Ikea Pax wardrobe with classic fronts fits the style of the historic interior details that characterize the apartment.

A light beige bedroom decorated with a mixture of natural wood tones, beige textiles and blue accents

A white kitchen with a breakfast nook

The kitchen floor plan is rather narrow, yet by optimizing and including two kitchen modules and a breakfast nook, both kitchen and dining functionality can be shared in the same space. The kitchen cabinets are lowered towards a bench against the wall, which is paired with a narrow dining table to allow enough space at the kitchen sink.

A kitchen with white cabinets, wood countertops and black hardware that includes a breakfast nook

A kitchen with white cabinets, wood countertops and black hardware that includes a breakfast nook

The white kitchen cabinets are finished with wood countertops that come back in the wall shelf above the counter and the black hardware adds a delicate contrast to the setting.

A kitchen with white cabinets, wood countertops and black hardware

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale at Alvhem

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White floors and brown tones in a historic Swedish apartment

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This gorgeous turn-of-the-century apartment in Sweden (styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale via Alvhem) has bright white floors, that do a great job reflecting the daylight coming from the large windows. The walls in the living room and office are painted in light and modest colors, making the brown and blue tones in the decor stand out.

The asymmetrical floor plan in the kitchen provides ample space for two kitchen modules and a large dining table by the window. The white subway tiles backsplash finishes the kitchen design off nicely and adds a subtle industrial touch.

The light beige walls of the bedroom are paired with a mixture of white, beige, and brown tones. in the textiles and accessories for a warm and inviting look.

A living room with light beige walls and a mixture of brown and grey tones

Dark brown, black, and grey tones stand out against the light beige living room walls

The light beige living room walls are subtle, yet they make the white-painted hardwood floors, white ceilings, and moldings stand out. The sheer white curtains frame the historic windows and can be closed for privacy when it’s dark out.

The dark grey sofa paired with a dark oak coffee table set and beige and brown tones in the textiles and art prints add a beautiful contrast against the light palette of the walls and floors in the space.

A living room with light beige walls and a mixture of brown and grey tones

The vintage chest of drawers fits beautifully against the wall by the window, and I love the way the light armchair stands out in front of it.

A living room with light beige walls and a mixture of brown and grey tones

The green plants finish the look and add about the only pop of color in this living room setting.

A living room with light beige walls and a mixture of brown and grey tones

The TV is mounted on the wall next to the doorway, paired with a wall-mounted console to keep books and electronics.

A living room with light beige walls and a mixture of brown and grey tones

A living room with light beige walls and a mixture of brown and grey tones

Home office with cool grey walls

The color palette in the home office space is much cooler than the one in the adjacent living room. The cool grey walls are paired with blue details in the area rug underneath the guest bed and the warm tones in the desk by the window stand out against this cool grey backdrop.

A home office with cool grey walls, white floors and a vintage desk

The vintage desk includes storage on each side and adds a lot of character to this space.

A home office with cool grey walls, white floors and a vintage desk

The wall space on either side of the historic double interior doors is filled with a wall shelf and a mirror that reflects the space nicely.

A home office with cool grey walls, white floors and a vintage desk

A home office with cool grey walls, white floors

A white kitchen with black countertops and white subway tiles

The asymmetrical kitchen floor plan provides ample space for the kitchen modules and a large dining table with black dining chairs in front of the window. The white kitchen cabinets are paired with black countertops for a contrasting effect against the light grey walls.

The budget-friendly IKEA Bodbyn kitchen cabinets look high-end in this elegant setup.

A white kitchen with black countertops and a white subway tile backsplash, with a large dining table with black dining chairs

A white kitchen with black countertops and a white subway tile backsplash, with a large dining table with black dining chairs

The white subway tile backsplash has a darker grout color, which adds a lovely texture to the kitchen. The backsplash makes the brass kitchen faucet stand out and adds an industrial touch to the space.

A white kitchen with black countertops and a white subway tile backsplash

Beige bedroom walls and darker beiges in the textiles

The light beige bedroom walls make the white floors and doors stand out and add a soft warm touch to the interior. The darker beige and white textiles on the bed stand out from this look and the wood tones in the mirror and wall hanger contribute to making this color palette warmer.

A bedroom with light beige walls and beige tones in the textiles and accessories

The white wardrobe turns into open shelving by the window, providing a nice spot for books in the bedroom.

A bedroom with light beige walls and beige tones in the textiles and accessories

A bedroom with light beige walls and beige tones in the textiles and accessories

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale via Alvhem

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A beige living room and a sage green bedroom combined

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This gorgeous apartment in Sweden (Styled by Emma Fischer and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Alen Cordic, for sale via Nya Kvadrat) with large windows and historical details in the architecture is decorated in a subtle, natural way, with a combination of beige paint in the living room with sage green walls in the bedroom.

The minimal white kitchen with black countertops has storage modules built all around the fridge to optimize an awkward floor plan and the vintage dining table fits with the beige and white color palette.

The dark sage green wall color in the bedroom makes the layered textiles, natural elements above the bed and the black accents stand out in a beautiful way and the white tile bathroom is finished off with contrasting black fixtures.

A living room with beige walls, a white couch and white furnishings

Beige living room walls paired with white soft furnishings and a TV gallery wall

The beige walls in the living room make the white ceiling and crown molding stand out in the space. The white fabric couch is paired with a white fluffy area rug, a white lounge chair, and a white marble coffee table for a white base palette enhanced with dark brown tones for added contrast.

A living room with beige walls, a white couch and white furnishings

The combination of the white and beige linen curtains by the living room window warms the daylight coming into the space. On the beige wall, the white artwork is a true focal point as it stands out against the paint color.

A living room with beige walls, a white couch and white furnishings

The TV is placed on top of a white Ikea Besta cabinet for added storage space in the living room. To make the TV blend in with the interior, it’s integrated into a gallery wall, turning a necessity into a decoration object.

A TV gallery wall in a living room with beige walls

The gallery wall is complemented with a table lamp and a few delicate objects in the same colors as the art prints on the wall.

A TV gallery wall in a living room with beige walls

The green Monstera plant in between the historic fireplace and the TV gallery wall adds a fresh green touch to the interior.

A TV gallery wall in a living room with beige walls

A simple white kitchen with black countertops and a cozy dining area

The minimal white kitchen is finished off with black countertops that match the color palette around the kitchen dining area which is decorated with a white pendant lamp and black dining chairs.

A white kitchen with black countertops and a kitchen dining area with a vintage table and black dining chairs

The fridge is integrated into a wall of cabinets, allowing for extra storage and a smooth effect.

A white kitchen with black countertops and a kitchen dining area with a vintage table and black dining chairs

The vintage dining table is placed on top of a white area rug, paired with beige curtains by the window, resulting in a similar color palette to the one of the living room.

A white kitchen with black countertops and a kitchen dining area with a vintage table and black dining chairs

A white kitchen with black countertops and a kitchen dining area with a vintage table and black dining chairs

Sage green bedroom walls paired with layers of textiles

The sage green walls in the bedroom give the interior a moody touch, which is enhanced by the dark grey curtains in front of the window. The rattan headboard, wall art, and black wall lamps stand out against this deeper wall color.

A sage green bedroom with a rattan headboard, natural decor elements above the bed, black wall lamps and a large standing mirror enlarging the space visually

A sage green bedroom with a rattan headboard, natural decor elements above the bed, black wall lamps and a large standing mirror enlarging the space visually

The large window next to the bed reflects the adjacent living room and enlarges the space visually.

A sage green bedroom with a rattan headboard, natural decor elements above the bed, black wall lamps and a large standing mirror enlarging the space visually

The beautiful layering of textiles on the bed adds a cozy effect to the bedroom interior, while the black side table adds a beautiful contrasting tone.

A sage green bedroom with a rattan headboard, natural decor elements above the bed, black wall lamps and a large standing mirror enlarging the space visually

The white wardrobe stands out against the dark sage green walls, yet it blends in with the space because of its classic design.

A sage green bedroom with a rattan headboard, natural decor elements above the bed, a white wardrobe and a large standing mirror enlarging the space visually

A sage green bedroom with a rattan headboard, natural decor elements above the bed, black wall lamps and a large standing mirror enlarging the space visually

A hallway with greige walls and a tone-on-tone wardrobe

The greige wall color in the hallway also comes back on the doors of the Ikea PAX wardrobe which has been built into the wall, resulting in a tone-on-tone effect.

A greige hallway with a tone-on-tone wardrobe

A greige hallway with a tone-on-tone wardrobe

White subway tiles in the bathroom finished with black fixtures

The bathroom pairs white subway tiles on the wall with white marble hexagon floor tiles, contrasting black fixtures, and a black metal frame shower wall.

A bathroom with white subway tiles on the wall, white marble polygon floor tiles, a black vanity and black fixtures

The black vanity pairs nicely with the black fixtures in the shower.

A bathroom with white subway tiles on the wall, white marble polygon floor tiles, a black vanity and black fixtures

Styled by Emma Fischer and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Alen Cordic, for sale via Nya Kvadrat

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Cool grey walls paired with warm brown tones in a Swedish interior

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This spacious turn-of-the-century apartment in Sweden (for sale via Alvhem) features cool grey walls in the dining and living room connected with historic double interior doors. The brown tones in the furniture and soft furnishings add a contrasting warm element to the cool tones in the grey paint on the walls for an interesting effect.

The bedroom has dark green walls which also come back on the wardrobes and the custom headboard for an impressive tone-on-tone effect. The area in front of the window is used for a small home office spot.

The hallway includes an eye-catching sideboard and the bathroom is finished with beautiful brass fixtures.

Cool grey living room walls with a cognac leather couch

The cool grey wall color on the living room walls accentuates the white crown molding underneath the ceiling and the white floorboards. The warm wood herringbone flooring is covered partially with a textured wool rug in the sofa area, and the soft wood tones come back in the coffee tables and the wall shelf as well.

A living room with cool grey walls and a cognac leather couch

The two black leather lounge chairs add another beautiful touch of contrast to the setting.

A living room with cool grey walls and black lounge chairs

The combination of the cognac leather on the sofa, the brown tones in the textiles, art prints, and on the dark oak coffee tables work perfectly against the cool grey wall color in the living room.

A living room with cool grey walls and a cognac leather couch

A living room with cool grey walls and a cognac leather couch

The large oak wood wall shelf on the living room wall is great for storing books and combined with the daybed in front of it, it turns this section of the living room into a reading corner.

A living room with cool grey walls and a cognac leather couch

A dining area with a warm-stained Ikea Ivar cabinet

Through the historic double interior doors, which also stand out against the cool grey wall color, you can walk from the living room into the impressive dining room. The long dining table is paired with dark oak dining chairs and a crisp white linen tablecloth.

On the wall behind the table, you can find an arrangement of Ikea Ivar cabinet painted a warm-toned stain. The cabinet resembles the cognac tone on the leather sofa and stands out against the cool undertones in the wall color.

A dining room with cool grey walls and a warm-stained Ikea Ivar cabinet

A dining room with cool grey walls and a warm-stained Ikea Ivar cabinet

A dining room with cool grey walls and a warm-stained Ikea Ivar cabinet

A dining room with cool grey walls and a warm-stained Ikea Ivar cabinet

A classic white kitchen with wood countertops

The kitchen has an impressive arrangement of white kitchen cabinets with partial glass cabinet doors that go all the way up to the ceiling, utilizing the height of the space. The shaker-style IKEA Bodbyn cabinets are finished with wood countertops and elegant chrome hardware.

A white kitchen with chrome hardware and wood countertops

A white kitchen with chrome hardware and wood countertops

A small dining area fills the space in front of the balcony window and offers a great spot for a quick dinner or morning coffee. The black dining chairs stand out against the white walls, light beige curtains, and the white kitchen cabinets.

A white kitchen dining area with black dining chairs

A white kitchen dining area with black dining chairs

A bedroom with a dark green wall color and a small home office spot

The dark green wall color in the bedroom also comes back on the custom headboard and on the wardrobe module against the wall, resulting in a beautiful tone-on-tone effect that makes the white ceiling stand out in a contrasting way.

The bed is made with a mixture of white, beige, and brown textiles and the two white mushroom lamps on the bedside table seem to jump out from the dark background.

A bedroom with dark green walls

The other side of the room also includes a large wardrobe so the bedroom has more than enough storage opportunity.

A bedroom with dark green walls

A bedroom with dark green walls

The area in front of the large bedroom window is the perfect spot for a home office section.

A home office spot in a bedroom with dark green walls

An entryway with a light grey wall color and a pink sideboard

The light grey walls in the entryway are spruced up by an eye-catching pink sideboard adding a wonderful pop of color in this otherwise modest setting.

An entryway with light grey walls and a pink sideboard

A modern bathroom with grey tiles and gold fixtures

The grey tiles on the walls and floor in the bathroom are paired with a white vanity and beautiful brass fixtures for a modern, yet elegant effect.

A bathroom with grey wall tiles and brass fixtures

A bathroom with grey wall tiles and brass fixtures

via Alvhem

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