Some time ago, we perused designs originating from different countries.....today, I would like to feature Swedish design - American style.
This Florida vacation home is owned by Joanne Barwick, author of Scandinavian Country, interior designer, furniture designer and former editor-in-chief of House Beautiful.
You will note throughout the cottage almost all of her wooden furniture is painted white or some shade of blue. The blue and white palette is very Swedish and so is painted furniture. She also uses comfortable and easy care textiles, such as linens and ticking, and textures from seagrass to wicker. And finally, the Swedish look is topped off by the constant flood of light thoughout the open concept main floor.
Her accessories of art, hydrangeas, seashells, pillows and plants complete the look.
She and her husband were successful in achieving the look they desired when they built this cottage, as the "views, natural light and easy elegance" are perfectly defined.
What a lovely, relaxed, cool and charming summer home!
This Florida vacation home is owned by Joanne Barwick, author of Scandinavian Country, interior designer, furniture designer and former editor-in-chief of House Beautiful.
You will note throughout the cottage almost all of her wooden furniture is painted white or some shade of blue. The blue and white palette is very Swedish and so is painted furniture. She also uses comfortable and easy care textiles, such as linens and ticking, and textures from seagrass to wicker. And finally, the Swedish look is topped off by the constant flood of light thoughout the open concept main floor.
Her accessories of art, hydrangeas, seashells, pillows and plants complete the look.
She and her husband were successful in achieving the look they desired when they built this cottage, as the "views, natural light and easy elegance" are perfectly defined.
What a lovely, relaxed, cool and charming summer home!
Living room
Living room
Seashell collection
Painted chest
Dining room with seashell
encrusted bust in background
Bedroom corner vignette
Bedroom
Bedroom corner vignette
Bednook the grandchildren
fought over - no wonder!
Gazebo dining
Gazebo relaxation
All images via Traditional Home
