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Swedish design

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about Swedish design

Project • By Metropolis Arkitekter • Housing

Villa JJ

Villa JJ is located on a cliff on the shoreline of Stockholm's southern archipelago. The climate here can be harsh, nature is shaped by rain and storms as much as by sun and drought. The local building tradition is characterized by simple buildings, often gathered in clusters to provide protection for each other, such as fishermen's sheds or small farms. The houses were low, clad with wood boards, gray or almost white. Mikael Lundblad Mikael Lundblad Mikael Lundblad Building in this environment is about working with the few materials that the site and circumstances provide. The building tradition is our inspiration, but the conditions today are not quite the same as before. We want to maintain the attitude of traditional con... More

News • News • 16 Oct 2023

25 best architecture firms in Sweden

Characterised by functionality and sustainability, Swedish architecture emerges from its deep connections to the Nordic Landscape. With a rich history dating back to 800AD, Sweden's architectural style has evolved to reflect shifting cultural and societal influences. From medieval castles to modernist homes to sustainable buildings that harmonise with the natural environment, the country boasts a prolific architectural landscape. A recurring theme in Swedish architecture is the display of profound respect for heritage and nature while forging ahead with innovative design that reflects the principles of simplicity, functionality, and light. Keeping the threads of modernism intact, Swedish architects harness light, textures and natural eleme... More

News • News • 15 Sep 2023

Tom Wood jewelry brand opens a visionary, minimalist flagship in Oslo

In Oslo, Norwegian jewelry brand Tom Wood has opened its refurbished flagship store featuring a visionary, minimalist concept developed in a collaboration between the brand and Swedish design architecture office Specific Generic. Einar Aslaksen Having previously collaborated in 2020, this latest space reflects Tom Wood’s approach to contemporary jewelry, its commitment to sustainable solutions and minimalist design.   Einar Aslaksen Taking a thoughtful approach to functionality, Specific Generic worked closely with Tom Wood’s Creative Director, Mona Jensen, and CEO, Morten Isachsen, to design the flagship from a nomadic and transformative point of view. As such, durable and recyclable materials such as a... More