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A historic apartment with a light grey kitchen and grey wainscoting

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This gorgeous historic apartment for sale in Sweden (Photographed by Mia Borgelin, styled by Lind, for sale via Historiska Hem) has amazing historical features including wainscoting panels in the living room that are painted in a light grey color to make them stand out in the interior.

The living room includes a sofa and dining area, and the TV is integrated inside a gallery wall to make it blend seamlessly with the wall decor. The simple light grey kitchen with wood countertops has a small breakfast table attached to the wall, making use of a niche space in the floor plan.

The home office room includes a custom-built loft bed for when guests are sleeping over and the entryway features a beautiful custom mudroom bench that provides a lot of storage space for the apartment.

A living room with light grey wainscoting, gallery wall, black dining chairs

A living room with cream walls and grey wainscoting

The living room wainscoting stands out against the subtle cream wall color and the white-soaped hardwood flooring in the room because of its beautiful light grey color.

The area in front of the window provides the perfect spot for a large dining table with black dining chairs. The window is fitted with dark grey linen curtains that add a contrasting element to the interior design of the space.

A living room with light grey wainscoting, black accents

The dark grey sofa and the striped area rug have a contrasting effect in the space as well, with the sculptural black wall lamp adding a beautiful element to the wall. The mirror reflects the light coming into the living room back into the space.

A living room with light grey wainscoting, dark grey sofa, black accents

On the opposite side of the sofa area, a Samsung Frame TV is integrated as part of a beautiful gallery wall with a variety of different colors and materials, including a cute round mirror to add some variation.

A TV gallery wall in a living room with light grey wainscoting

A light grey kitchen with wood countertops

Since the door and window frames throughout the apartment have been painted in a light grey color, it makes a lot of sense to have a kitchen with light grey cabinets as well. The grey also comes back on the wall above the kitchen counter and the black hardware and wood countertops finish the kitchen design off nicely.

The niche space in the wall is a great spot for a wall-hung breakfast table with two bar stools, which is perfect for having a quick lunch or morning coffee.

A light grey kitchen with wood countertops, black hardware, white glossy subway tile backsplash, breakfast bar

The wall behind the kitchen module is finished off with a glossy white subway tile backsplash that adds a beautiful textural variety to the space.

A light grey kitchen with wood countertops, black hardware, white glossy subway tile backsplash

A beige bedroom with a wood-panel headboard

The beige bedroom walls complement the light grey color of the door and window frames. These subtle base colors are complemented by a wood panel headboard in a walnut tone, complemented by a walnut String system shelf on the wall for storing books.

A bedroom with cream walls, grey doors and windows and a walnut panel headboard

Two walnut String system modules by the end of the bed provide closed storage along with the white wardrobe next to the doorway. The tall standing mirror next to the door visually looks like a window, making the room appear bigger than it actually is.

A bedroom with cream walls, grey doors and windows and a walnut panel headboard

A home office space with a loft bed

A small home office space features another walnut String system with a folding table to use as a flexible workspace.

A loft bed in a home office with a walnut wall shelf

The same wood paneling that is used behind the bed as a headboard can be found as a finish for the shelf as well, which is a beautiful touch.

A loft bed in a home office with a walnut wall shelf

A custom loft bed reached by a wooden ladder turns this home office into a guest bedroom.

A loft bed in a home office with a walnut wall shelf

A custom mudroom bench with lots of storage

In the entryway, you can find a custom-built mudroom bench with cabinets on top and on the side, and storage drawers underneath the bench. The light grey color matches the color of the door next to it and the piece is finished off with floor panels and moldings underneath the ceiling to make it fully integrated within the historic space.

A light grey mudroom bench with storage cabinets, storage drawers,  and a walnut wall panel

The wall space on top of the mudroom bench module is finished with walnut wood panels as well, which makes this module feel very integrated with the rest of the apartment decor.

A round mirror on top of the panels finishes off the look perfectly.

A light grey mudroom bench with storage cabinets, storage drawers,  and a walnut wall panel

The light grey doors coming out into the entryway stand out against the subtle wall color in the space.

An entryway with white floors and grey doors

An entryway with white floors and grey doors

A white bathroom with contrasting black finishes

The modern bathroom has simple white tile walls, which are contrasted by black fixtures, black wall shelves, a black wash basin, and a black vanity for a powerful black-and-white look that is brightened by the LED strip around the round mirror.

A modern bathroom with white tiles and black fixtures for a contrasting black-and-white effect

Photographed by Mia Borgelin, styled by Lind, for sale via Historiska Hem

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Rounded windows and a dusty blue bedroom in a cozy Swedish flat

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This cozy Swedish apartment with rounded windows (Styled by Emma Fisher and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Maria Sahlander for Bjurfors) has a cozy and delicate decor that is finished off with lots of textiles and accessories.

The living room has a subtle light grey wall color, which is paired with a white textured area rug and a dark grey fabric sofa to add some contrast.

The white kitchen with a white subway tile backsplash is contrasted by a dark grey wall color that is especially apparent in the dining area with the vintage wooden chairs. The gorgeous round windows in the apartment are especially noticeable in the bedroom which has a beautiful faded blue wall color and a small home office section.

A living room. with light grey walls, a dark grey sofa and a mixture of beige, white and grey textiles

Light grey living room walls paired with a dark grey fabric sofa

The white plank floors and white ceilings are complemented with a delicate light grey wall color that adds a bit more depth to the interior color palette. The white fluffy area rug complements the white floors, but makes it softer and adds a beautiful texture to the space.

A living room. with light grey walls, a dark grey sofa and a mixture of beige, white and grey textiles

The dark grey fabric sofa stands out against the light base palette of the room and is decorated with a beautiful mixture of throw pillows in beige and grey tones.

A living room. with light grey walls, a dark grey sofa and a mixture of beige, white and grey textiles

A white kitchen with an impressive white subway tile backsplash and dark grey walls

The white kitchen is finished off with a dark-tone wood countertop and classic stainless steel hardware. The walls are painted in a contrasting dark grey wall color and the full wall above the countertop is covered with a white subway tile backsplash that adds a beautiful, glossy texture to the kitchen design.

A kitchen with white cabinets, dark wood countertops and a white subway tile backsplash

On the other side of the kitchen, in front of the window, you can find a small round dining table in light oak wood.

A kitchen dining area with black dining chairs, dark grey walls, and a light wood dining table

The table is paired with vintage black dining chairs and a subtle black pendant. The dining area stands out against the dark grey wall color in a perfect way.

A kitchen dining area with black dining chairs, dark grey walls, and a light wood dining table

The neutral color palette in the kitchen and dining area is finished with a green plant on the window sill and an impressive green branch on the dining table.

A kitchen dining area with black dining chairs, dark grey walls, and a light wood dining table

A muted blue wall color in a bedroom with a home office section

The blue bedroom walls really make the rounded windows in this setting stand out in an elegant way, while also accentuating the white trim and white ceiling in the space. The muted blue wall color is paired with a beautiful blue duvet cover on the bed and a mixture of beige and grey textiles to balance out the cool tones.

A bedroom with a blue wall color and a blue duvet cover

Next to the bed, you can see an antique side table in a warm wood tone, that stands out against the cool color on the bedroom walls.

A bedroom with a blue wall color and a blue duvet cover

Opposite the bed, a bedroom home office section is created next to the window using a beautiful oak wood desk paired with a black wishbone chair and a black and white table lamp.

A bedroom with a blue wall color and an oak home office desk with a black wishbone chair

The oak wood of the desk comes back in the peg rail on the bedroom wall, which is a nice touch.

A bedroom with a blue wall color and an oak home office desk with a black wishbone chair

A bedroom with a blue wall color and an oak home office desk with a black wishbone chair

Styled by Emma Fisher and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Maria Sahlander for Bjurfors

FAQ about this interior

What is the paint color used in the bedroom?

According to Emma, one of the interior stylists of this apartment, the color used in the bedroom Krickelins Dimblå from Nordsjö, is similar to Parma Grey, Oval Room blue, or Selvedge from Farrow and Ball.

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Beige walls and white soft furnishings in a historic apartment

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This gorgeous historic apartment (Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Mariette Svensson for sale via Stadshem) is painted in different shades of beige, which brings out the beautiful historical features of the building and adds a cozy, warm, and inviting atmosphere to the apartment.

The beige living room features a mixture of white textiles and soft furnishings, paired with a few wood accent tones for a modest look. The kitchen dining area has black accent dining chairs to add more contrast to the setting.

The two bedrooms in this apartment have a modest beige palette as well paired with dark wood tones and layered textiles to match the interior decor of the rest of the flat.

A living room with beige walls and white soft furnishings

Beige living room walls paired with a white sofa and light textiles

The gorgeous beige living room walls make the historic doors and white crown molding underneath the ceiling stand out in an elegant way. The wall color also accentuates the impressive height of the ceilings and enhances the space overall.

A living room with beige walls and white soft furnishings

The interior is decorated with a white living room couch on a white area rug, paired with a white armchair and a white teddy lounge chair with light wood details. The oak wood coffee table adds a natural element to the setting, while the green branch and plant add a standalone fresh touch to the room design.

A living room with beige walls and white soft furnishings

A kitchen dining area with beige walls and black accents

The dining area in the kitchen has a bit more contrast than the living room. The beige walls are paired with a light beige area rug, a round white dining table, and the black accent dining chairs add a beautiful contrast to the setting.

A dining room with beige walls and black accent dining chairs

The subtle black tones in the accessories and in the art print enhance the beige and black setting in this inviting space.

A dining room with beige walls and black accent dining chairs

A guest bedroom with a home office spot

The walls in the guest bedroom have a more subtle beige paint color on the walls, which works to make this small space appear bigger. The beige accessories and textiles on the bed are paired with a warm beige textile pendant lamp underneath the ceiling and a fresh green plant on the window sill.

A guest bedroom with light beige walls and a small home office section

The dark wood tones in the home office section of the guest room add a bit more character to the space.

A guest bedroom with light beige walls and a small home office section

Sand walls in the bedroom paired with bright white textiles

The beige walls in the bedroom have a yellow undertone, putting them in the sand paint category. The warm beige linen curtains in front of the window and the off-white textile lampshade add a beautiful variety to the beige palette from which the crisp white bedding stands out nicely.

A bedroom with sand beige walls, white bedding, black light fixtures

A mirror next to the bed reflects the space and the daylight coming from the bedroom window.

A bedroom with sand beige walls, white bedding, black light fixtures

The black wall lamp above the bed and the black table lamp on the window sill add a nice contrast to the bedroom color palette.

A bedroom with sand beige walls, white bedding, black light fixtures

A long narrow entryway with a beige wall color

The entryway shares the same color palette as the rest of the interior, with beige walls paired with black, white, and wood tones in the elegant furniture pieces.

A beige entryway with white, wood and black tones in the furniture

A walk-in closet with smart storage space provides lots of spots for hanging jackets and storing away other things.

A walk-in closet with shelving and a clothing rail

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Mariette Svensson for sale via Stadshem

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A green-grey kitchen in a living space with a burned orange sofa

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This small one-bedroom apartment in Sweden (Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Fredrik J Karlsson, for sale via Alvhem) has a beautiful living kitchen with a green-grey kitchen spreading over one of the walls, paired with a burned orange sofa that is a real focal point in the space with a subtle light grey paint color on the walls.

The sofa stands in the middle of the living space, also functioning as a separator between the living and dining area that is located right next to the window.

The small bedroom has an asymmetrical floor plan and a wardrobe that is painted in the same color as the walls for an integrated effect. The throw pillows on the bed pair nicely with the color of the sofa, tying the color palettes of the adjacent rooms together.

A green-grey kitchen with white marble countertops, chrome hardware and a white subway tile backsplash

Dark green-grey kitchen cabinets with lots of storage space

When decorating a small space or studio apartment, it’s crucial to include enough storage space on a small surface. The kitchen in this living space makes use of tall ceilings with upper cabinets reaching high up where lesser-used items can be stored.

A green-grey kitchen with white marble countertops, chrome hardware and a white subway tile backsplash

The dark green-grey kitchen cabinets add a lot of contrast to the interior with light grey walls. The white marble countertops and the white subway tile backsplash lighten up the color palette and the chrome hardware adds a modern touch to the setting.

A green-grey kitchen with white marble countertops, chrome hardware and a white subway tile backsplash

The backside of the larger cupboard on the side of the kitchen lengthens the hallway section of the apartment. On the wall next to the entryway, you can find a wall shelf and a small bench.

A green-grey kitchen with white marble countertops, chrome hardware and a white subway tile backsplash

A living and dining room with a burned orange couch in the middle

While you often see floor plans where the sofa is placed against one of the living room walls, placing the sofa as a separator can be great when you want to create a visual difference between two functional areas.

The dining table with black dining chairs is placed parallel to the brown sofa and the window, allowing for two different areas in the living space.

A living and dining room with a burned orange sofa separating the floorplan

The burned-orange velvet sofa fabric is paired with a mixture of beige throw pillows and a dark oak coffee table on top of an off-white area rug that makes this section of the living kitchen cozy and inviting.

A living and dining room with a burned orange sofa separating the floorplan

The living room gallery wall includes both neutral and orange tones that match the color palette of the sofa section.

A living and dining room with a burned orange sofa separating the floorplan

A bedroom with an asymmetrical floor plan and a built-in wardrobe

The bedroom can be reached through the doorway right next to the kitchen. The mixture of orange and beige tones stands out from the other room and ties the two color palettes together.

A bedroom with light grey walls and beige and orange textiles

The wall-to-wall wardrobe is built into one of the bedroom walls and the cabinet doors have been painted in the same paint color, which makes them blend in nicely.

A bedroom with light grey walls and beige and orange textiles with a wardrobe built into the wall

A bedroom with light grey walls and beige and orange textiles

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Fredrik J Karlsson, for sale via Alvhem

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Grey walls, beige tones, and an elegant white kitchen

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This elegant apartment in Sweden (Photographed by Frederic Boukari for Historiska Hem) has a beautiful white kitchen with a white marble countertop and backsplash standing proudly in a living kitchen with a dining and sofa area.

The walls of the apartment are painted in a beautiful light grey shade, that complements the white-soaped hardwood flooring and accentuates the white ceiling trim and the beautiful white historic windows. The living space is decorated in a modest color palette with neutrals, beige tints, and black accent pieces to bring some contrast to the mix.

The bedroom is painted in a darker grey shade that adds a cozy mood to the interior design, paired with beige tones and wood elements for a natural effect.

A white kitchen with gold hardware and a white marble countertop and backsplash

A white kitchen with white marble countertops and gold hardware

The classic white kitchen is spread over one of the walls in the living space, with a combination of high cupboards and both upper and lower cabinets to ensure enough storage space. Molding is applied to the top of the upper cabinets to make the kitchen integrate with the space smoothly.

A white kitchen with gold hardware and a white marble countertop and backsplash

The white kitchen cabinets are finished with subtle gold hardware and a beautiful white marble countertop and backsplash finish the surfaces off nicely,

A white kitchen with gold hardware and a white marble countertop and backsplash

A light grey living space with a dining and sofa area

The light grey walls in the living kitchen bring out the white kitchen in an elegant way. In between the sofa and the kitchen, you can find an elegant round dining table with black shell chairs that add a beautiful contrast to the setting.

A dining room with a round table, black dining chairs, light grey walls

The windows are decorated with beige linen curtains that warm up the daylight coming through. The black dining chairs are paired with a simple black pendant light that hangs in the middle of the table.

A dining room with a round table, black dining chairs, light grey walls

In front of the other window, the white fabric couch finds its place on top of a beige and white textured area rug. The beige curtains are paired with a beautiful mix of beige tones in the throw pillows on the sofa.

A living room with light grey walls and a mixture of beiges and black accents in the decor

The sofa area is decorated with subtle black tones in the coffee table and the open shelving against the wall for added contrast.

A living room with light grey walls and a mixture of beiges and black accents in the decor

A living room with light grey walls and a mixture of beiges and black accents in the decor

A living room with light grey walls and a mixture of beiges and black accents in the decor

A niche space in the wall is turned into an open shelving for a beautiful selection of decor pieces.

A living room with light grey walls and a mixture of beiges and black accents in the decor

Grey walls and beige tones in the bedroom

The bedroom is painted in a grey wall color for a slightly more moody effect on the space. The same beige linen curtains decorate the windows of the bedroom and the beige and white textiles on the bed pair nicely with this color palette.

A bedroom with grey walls and a mixture of beiges and whites in the textiles, paired with black accents

Subtle contrasting black tones in the bedside tables and the art prints add extra depth to the color palette.

A bedroom with grey walls and a mixture of beiges and whites in the textiles, paired with black accents

The white fabric pendant adds a soft look to the bedroom interior.

A bedroom with grey walls and a mixture of beiges and whites in the textiles, paired with black accents

Photographed by Frederic Boukari for Historiska Hem

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Light wood kitchen cabinets and a dark grey living room

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This beautiful turn-of-the-century apartment in Sweden (Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Maria Sahlander, for sale via Bjurfors) has a spacious living kitchen with ornate crown molding on the ceiling and a gorgeous kitchen with light oak cabinets, and a dark marble backsplash. A kitchen island with lots of storage space separates the cooking area from the cozy kitchen dining table with white dining chairs.

The living room has dark grey walls for a unique, dramatic effect from which a colorful sofa and gallery wall stand out. A custom living room bookshelf is built around the living room door, which is painted in the same color as the walls for an integrated effect.

The bedroom has a beautiful floral pattern wallpaper that adds a subtle romantic touch to the space and the bathroom pairs a gorgeous black marble floor and walk-in shower with a white wall tile.

A kitchen with light oak cabinets, a kitchen island and a dark marble backsplash

A light oak kitchen with a dark marble countertop and backsplash

The spacious room with ornate detailing on the ceiling is filled with both a kitchen and a dining area. The kitchen with light oak cabinets is planned out against the back wall, paired with a kitchen island in the middle that contains storage drawers on each side and allows a bottom-heavy kitchen arrangement that looks lighter in the space.

A kitchen with light oak cabinets, a kitchen island and a dark marble backsplash

The light oak cabinets are paired with a stainless steel countertop and a dark marble tile backsplash, which adds a modern and contrasting effect to the light wood tone. The space in between the two upper cabinets is filled with a floating shelf made out of the same dark marble material for displaying decor objects or spices.

The stainless steel on the countertop also comes back in the material finish on the Moccamaster coffee maker that fits the kitchen look perfectly.

A kitchen with light oak cabinets, a kitchen island and a dark marble backsplash

The large kitchen island separates the cooking and dining areas from each other visually and stands proudly in the center of the large room. Other than the main kitchen module, the island is finished off with a butcher block countertop for a natural effect in the space.

A kitchen with light oak cabinets, a kitchen island and a dark marble backsplash

On the other side of the kitchen island, you can find a modest white dining table with white series 7 dining chairs on top of an elegant light grey area rug.

A white dining table paired with white series 7 dining chairs

A living room with dark grey walls and a blue velvet sofa

The living room features dark grey walls, which add so much character to the light-flooded space. The blue velvet sofa stands out against this dark wall color and the beautiful living room gallery wall adds a wonderful combination of different colors to the setting.

A dark grey living room with a blue velvet sofa and a colorful gallery wall

The rest of the interior is decorated in modest colors, with a beige textured area rug, a white Bertoia diamond chair, and a contrasting black coffee table.

A dark grey living room with a blue velvet sofa and a colorful gallery wall

A dark grey living room with a blue velvet sofa and a colorful gallery wall

On the other living room wall, a bookshelf is custom-built on top of the doorway and painted in the same color as the living room walls for an integrated effect in the space. It’s the perfect home library if you ask me.

A dark grey living room with a custom-built bookshelf on top of the doorway

The back of the bookshelf has a shiplap treatment (also painted in the same color) and the colorful collection of books and accessories stand out nicely against the dark grey color.

A dark grey living room with a custom-built bookshelf on top of the doorway

A bedroom with a floral wallpaper

The bedroom has a romantic floral wallpaper from Morris Co. that is a real focal point in the otherwise scarcely decorated sleeping space.

A bedroom with a floral wallpaper and a modest decor

A bedroom with a floral wallpaper and a modest decor

A bedroom with a floral wallpaper and a modest decor

What used to be a doorway is now turned into a wall shelf for decor objects. The white door frame stands out nicely against the darker tones in the wallpaper design.

A bedroom with a floral wallpaper and a doorway turned shelf

A bathroom that pairs black marble with white tiles

The spacious bathroom with a freestanding tub pairs a gorgeous black marble floor with white tiles and grey grout on the walls for a contrasting effect and a black-and-white bathroom aesthetic.

A bathroom with a black marble floor and shower and white tiles on the walls

The walk-in shower is completely covered with black marble, which makes it a true focal point in the bathroom interior.

A bathroom with a black marble floor and shower and white tiles on the walls

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Maria Sahlander, for sale via Bjurfors

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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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