A Scandinavian-style Danish summer cottage hideaway, characterized by its lightness and airiness.
Slow Living by the Sea: A Tiny Cabin Getaway on Gotland takes a closer look at Scandinavian summer cottages, and today, we're focusing on a Danish home nestled within Hotel Vår Gaards Saltsjöbaden.
The Danish home embodies the Scandinavian summer cottage aesthetic, with its light-filled, airy interiors, natural wood as a central material, and minimal clutter. Key design elements include the traditional Scandinavian rag rug, or 'trasmatta', a rug made from recycled fabric strips, woven on a loom, offering both texture and color in rustic or coastal interiors.
An iconic minimalist piece, the butterfly chair, and handcrafted wooden stools can also be found in the Danish home. These elements complement the clean, uncluttered aesthetic, emphasizing the functional yet cozy atmosphere typical of Nordic summer houses.
The Danish home's design features an open floor plan, maximizing natural light and views of the sea, much like the Vår Gårds Saltsjöbaden. Neutral, natural color palettes are used, with occasional moody or darker tones for contrast. Natural textures and layering through textiles like wool, linen, and the traditional rag rugs create warmth and comfort.
The Danish home at Hotel Vår Gaards Saltsjöbaden showcases a blend of minimalist, functional design, natural materials (wood, textiles like trasmatta), and iconic furniture pieces (butterfly chair, rustic stools) that together create a relaxed yet sophisticated retreat aligned with Nordic hygge principles and the surrounding landscape.
Photography for the article is by Birgitta Wolfgang Bjørnvad, shared with kind permission from The Sisters Agency. The Danish home's location is Hotel Vår Gaards Saltsjöbaden, a serene oasis offering city dwellers a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life. City Escape: An Allotment Cottage Oasis and VIPP Salaca River Cabin are other locations where Scandinavian style meets nature.
The Danish home at Hotel Vår Gaards Saltsjöbaden, a serene oasis, embodies the Scandinavian summer cottage lifestyle, boasting a relaxed yet sophisticated retreat with interior-design elements such as the traditional Scandinavian rag rugs and iconic furniture pieces like the butterfly chair. This home, housing a blend of minimalist, functional design and natural materials, offers a perfect harmony between lifestyle, home-and-garden, and the surrounding landscape, ensuring a cozy and comfortable sanctuary away from the city's hustle and bustle.
