Winter is coming. And Remodelista’s editors have inspired ideas for building a warm, cozy nest to ride out the dark, frigid months ahead.
1. Moody Colors
Above: A 19th-century house in the small coastal city of Härnösand, Sweden, goes dark both inside and out to dramatic effect. Photograph by Stefan Isidor Bergkvist, courtesy of Skälsö Arkitekter, from A Darkly Romantic House in Sweden by Skälsö Architects.
2. Bright Spots
Above: We could all use some sun in the winter months. This ochre armchair is a good substitute for the real thing. For details, see 10 Easy Pieces: Classic Upholstered Arm Chairs.
3. Sculptural Lamps
Above: You’ll be turning on lights a lot more now. Wouldn’t it be nice to have this one to look at: Notary Ceramics’ special edition lamp in collaboration with Tara and Percey of Jersey Ice Cream Co. See Remodelista’s Current Obsessions.
4. Spiced Scents
Above: This old-school holiday decoration has a classically wintry fragrance. Photograph by Erin Boyle for Gardenista, from The European Holiday: 14 Ways to Decorate the House, from France, Sweden, and More.
5. Firewood Art
Above: Firewood can be turned into art, as evidenced in the dining room of Agrikultur. Photograph by Niklas Nyman, courtesy of Agrikultur, from Steal This Look: 10 Design Ideas from a Tiny, Michelin-Starred Restaurant in Stockholm.
Plus:
- Kitchen of the Week: A Light-Filled Culinary Space for a Scandi Designer in England
- Remodelista Gift Guide 2020: Good-Looking Utilitarian Goods
- Pastimes: 5 Old-Fashioned Holiday Decorations to Make (and Give)
- 10 Easy Pieces: All-in-One Entryway Stations
- Domestic Science: How to Polish and Clean Silver