AD For many the term ‘hygge’ conjures up wintery scenes of candlelight and woollen socks, but have you ever heard of ‘summer hygge’? By now you probably know I’m a little bit obsessed with this essential element of Danish life. As author Brontë Aurell recommends in her fantastic book, ‘North’, […]
‘Pingo’ from Stelton – Let’s eat together
AD Ask any parent at what point in a day they feel the most stressed and you can guarantee mealtimes will be up there. Whether you’ve a child of your own or otherwise, sharing food with a small person can be a total minefield. From lovingly preparing a meal and […]
Marnelly – My chat with Veronica Gyllenram
AD Thanks to blogging and a deep-rooted obsession with all things Instagram, my Nordic discoveries continue even when I’m at home in Liverpool. What I absolutely adore about those little squares is the love and passion that pours out of them every single day from so many amazing makers and […]
The Alvar Aalto vase and Iittala’s colour of the year
The view from our Helsinki apartment was as white as the interior decor. With brooding snow filled clouds, ice covered parkland and the white Carrara marble of Finlandia Hall dominating the skyline opposite. As nighttime fell, this giant of modernist architecture designed in 1972 by Alvar Aalto, took on another dramatic […]
Discovering Helsinki through its design
Handily coinciding with my birthday, our recent trip to Helsinki turned out to be everything I’d hoped for and more. We may have only been in this beautifully compact city for a long weekend, but in terms of inspiration, relaxation and overall enjoyment I can totally see why Finland topped the […]
Nordic Inspiration – Sculptural Accessories
After visiting the Top Drawer trade show in January, and following IMM Cologne, Maison & Objet and the Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair, it’s safe to say I’ve been totally inspired by this season’s new launches. Rather than feeling under pressure to completely redecorate my whole house, I personally prefer […]
The new Kids Collection from Ferm Living
Sharing your home with a child can, at times, be a challenge. But thanks to one of my favourite Danish homeware brands, Ferm Living, I don’t need to give up or give in when it comes to creating a considered, as well as fun-filled, family home. Every season I look forward to seeing […]
Bringing the Scent of Copenhagen home
AD I don’t think it would come as much of a surprise if I told you that I’m a little obsessed with scented candles. No matter what the time of year, they are an essential part of my every day. Let’s be honest; since becoming a Mum, nights spent relaxing […]
Bringing joy with VIVA Scandinavia
AD If you’re a regular reader of Nordic Notes you’ll know by now that I’m a huge believer in the Danish philosophy of bringing joy to the everyday. During my recent chat with Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen, he told me that a staggering 86% […]
Fjällräven Launches Kånken Art
AD As a Fine Art graduate, as well as a Nordic design lover, you can understand how thrilled I was to be invited to the Swedish Ambassador’s Residence in London recently for Fjällräven’s Kånken Art Launch. One of my go-to brands, Swedish outdoor clothing and equipment company Fjällräven, have this […]