Modern Swedish Country Dining Room

How can we get a touch of that Swedish country life, whilst still wanting your home to feel contemporary? What about if we live in a city apartment? The trick is to balance out the very traditional country bits, with fresh forms and clean lines, as I’ve done here:

A floral wallpaper is an easy way to get into the realm of country styling. Also, basket or woven details, like for your pendant lamp or storage. Traditional wooden furniture can also lend itself to this style, as well as vintage metal.

Country details - traditional shapes and natural materials

Once you’ve started with the country style, details will help ground your home in contemporary, or even city living. Choose sleek, minimal, and sculptural forms.