A Rich Burgundy Hall in a Stylishly Renovated Stockholm Apartment

Two tiled fireplaces, ornate stucco, ceiling rosettes, bay windows, and rooms connected by elegant double doors set the tone in this beautifully preserved early 20th-century apartment in Stockholm.

Together with the herringbone parquet floor, original board floors, high baseboards, and ceilings that rise more than three meters, the home has all the character you expect to find in such a period apartment.

The period elements are paired with modern conveniences. Every room and surface was updated a couple of years ago, creating a home that combines its historic features with a fresh, modern interior and luxurious finishes.

The apartment is on the fourth floor, with views across the surrounding rooftops and sky. Its south-facing position and large windows bring plenty of natural light into the rooms.

The living room is located at the heart of the apartment with a bedroom on one side and the kitchen on the other. Double wooden doors connect the rooms and, when opened, create a semi-open-plan layout.

The living room is a wonderful space with space for a comfortable seating area and a dining table. The centerpiece in this room is the beautifully decorated tiled stove accompanied by an ornate fold mirror.

The warm dark beige tone on the walls makes the historic features such as the ornate stucco, high baseboards, and wooden doors stand out beautifully.

With the wooden doors connecting the living room and the kitchen open, you create a social living space.

The kitchen has been designed as a room for cooking and gathering, featuring an island with bar seating, a built-in breakfast nook, and a home office space.

Custom-made solid wood Shaker-style cabinetry is finished in a warm, butter-yellow linseed-oil paint, paired with stone and composite worktops and splashbacks.

The kitchen island becomes the natural gathering point in this room and can serve as a breakfast spot, a work area, or a space to gather with friends.

The built-in bench seating features underneath storage and a warm wooden back that also serves as a ledge for art. The marble-topped table adds a bistro-style element to the space.

A washing machine has been discreetly integrated into the cabinetry.

With the main rooms in a row, and the doors open, you get a nice sightline through the apartment, which also makes the home feel more spacious.

The bedroom is located on the other side of the living room. The walls are painted a soft yellow-beige hue that matches the kitchen cabinetry.

The room has been divided into two areas with a walk-in closet behind the wall and a fireplace tucked in the corner. This fireplace no longer works, but it is a nice reminder of the apartment’s history.

The walk-in wardrobe is carefully fitted with shelves, drawers, and hanging space, keeping the main sleeping area free from bulky furniture.

The ceiling height has been taken advantage of with floor-to-ceiling cabinets and shelves.

The first glimpse of the apartment comes through this wonderful hallway painted in a rich burgundy shade with matching joinery.

The bathroom continues the apartment’s mix of historic inspiration and contemporary comfort. Deep blue wall tiles from Sekelskifte create a rich backdrop, while the floor is finished in custom-cut black-and-white marble.

The triangular niche is fitted with a shower.

A Burlington toilet and basin reference traditional turn-of-the-century design.

The angled wall in the hall is fitted with built-in storage, combining hat racks with shoe storage and a practical bench.

styling by Lingsell and photography by Heed for Historiska Hem.