The Scandinavian Classic kitchen
This modern kitchen captures the soothing ambiance of the west coast, characterized by light greige shades, sleek lines, and a quartzite countertop. A modern classic kitchen where traditional design meets contemporary detailing in sophisticated harmony.
Beautiful green J'adore quartzite adds a classic touch to the kitchen and connects to the nature on the outside. The kitchen is a frame kitchen that creates an updated and modern feel in the otherwise classic kitchen. Bar stool Tripot from Fogia.
The kitchen bench and kitchen island are beautifully framed by the green quartzite, which gives the kitchen a personal and beautiful expression.
In the heart of Särö, a village in the archipelago of the Swedish west coast, we find a charming house filled with personality. Särö, known for its soothing nature, picturesque cliffs and stunning ocean views, is also a wonderful place to call home. Three years ago, Josefin Nerme moved in with her husband, their two children, and their dog. The family wanted to embark on the renovation journey the right way, paying homage to the classic landscape but with modern infusions, and wanting to truly understand the home they were updating.
“When deciding on the green quartzite, it felt like nature moved in. ”
– Our first step was going back in time, figuring out what the house looked like in the 1920s. A lot of original detailing had been removed in previous renovations, so naturally, we were eager to bring back the authentic feel, Josefin explains.
The white-pigmented herringbone parquet matches well with the light beige kitchen and the green stone creates an exciting contrast to the light color palette. Ceiling lamps from Flos.
The range cooker from lIve puts a classic stamp on the kitchen. The kitchen cabinets are handleless, which enhances the Scandinavian design.
The original plan for the kitchen was to settle for a classic, farmhouse-style, easily matched with the overarching interior. Similarly, the couple wanted to combine modern design with classic features, searching for an updated contrast ready to stand the test of time. The result – a timeless kitchen that breathed Scandinavian minimalism but updated with classic details. A truly unique design that will stand the test of time, while also being a new and exciting room to enjoy.
The backsplash goes high on the wall and creates a beautiful frame for the kitchen. Wall lamp from Eichholtz.
The pocketdoor cabinet is in white pigmented oak matches the parquet and can be closed for a more uniform look in the kitchen.
Solid wooden drawers in white pigmented oak create a beautiful interior.
The light greige cabinets provide a relaxing base color to the kitchen. To add in an exciting contrast and bring in the surrounding nature in a subtle yet noticeable way, a green countertop in J’adore quartzite compliments the space.
– We wanted to connect with nature through our kitchen space. When deciding on the green quartzite, it felt like nature moved in.
The design of the kitchen could be described as modern classic - the light beige are complemented by the beautiful green J'adore quartzite.
Scandinavian design with classic details. A timeless kitchen on the West Coast where the beautiful nature can be seen in the color scale.
Perfectly located in the middle of the room is the kitchen island, a natural workspace as well as a social hub for family and guests alike. During the sketching process, they imagined a bustling social space, where friends and family can gather along to cook and spend time together.
Photo: Andrea Papini for Nordiska Kök
