When you enter Gry and Karsten’s home, you are greeted with a calm and unpretentious atmosphere. Gry and Karsten live in a villa apartment on 138 m2 north of Copenhagen, just a short bikeride from cafes, beach and forest. They like that they aren’t too far from Copenhagen, but they also enjoy the birds’ twitter and the tranquility of their beautiful garden, which in the summer is the setting for many celebrations and cozy moments with family, friends and their children.

Gry is a very social person and love having guests and dinners, where she can express herself creatively in the kitchen and be a good hostess. She makes a big effort and takes pride in everything she does – whether it is quality time with their two boys, creative pursuits, dinner parties or furnishing their home.

When it comes to their home, she likes a home that is peaceful and has clean lines. A home where she can relax and recharge after a hectic day. Therefore, she chose a calm and simple color palette in shades of gray with touches of pink and blue. This home is the epitome of Scandinavian coolness.

WHO
Gry, Karsten and their two sons Alexander and Kristoffer.

WHAT
138 m2 villa apartment.

WHERE
In Hellerup north of Copenhagen

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The living room is a perfect example of Scandinavian elegance.

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Beautiful entrance to the living room.

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Gry loves to have fresh flowers – preferably in soft colors.

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Old lassi cups and vases with single flowers create atmosphere.

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The blanket from House of Rym gives life to the tranquil living room.

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Gry likes clean lines and she has therefore bound their books in brown wrapping paper.

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Keep track of your books with Demo labels.

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Many vases together create a cozy atmosphere.

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Many wonderful moments are spent with friends and family on the large terrace.

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Classic red-bricked villa with small-paned windows.

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The reindeer skin on the bench creates a cozy feel.

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Room for guests…

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Karsten has built a small oasis around the barbecue area.

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The kitchen-dining area is spacious with room for kids and cooking.

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Beautiful mugs from Royal Copenhagen.

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Make the kitchen cozy with lots of herbs.

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Time for a break…

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Budding plants bring life to a room.

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A splash of color.

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Karsten built the beautiful dining table out of oiled Dinesen planks and trestle legs.

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An interior of simplicity is also reflected in the bathroom.

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Candles and plants create a spa atmosphere.

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Showcase of Gry’s finest jewelry and bath products.

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Who wouldn’t enjoy sleeping in this soft bed?

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Sweet nameplate made of Hama beads.

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Room for creativity and play.

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Arranging is key.

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Gry loves to unfold her creative skills in projects like this amazing lamp for Alexander’s room.

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Cozy corner with lots of pillows for reading and relaxing.

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Classic juno bed from Sebra.

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Adventurous bedding from AMALA.

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Super lightbox lamp from A Little Lovely Company.

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Do like Gry and hang many lamps together.

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Take a break on the beautiful old bench.

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Who wouldn’t want to enjoy a glass of cold rosé here?

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The old daybed provides ambiance.

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The garden is filled with beautiful flowers everywhere.

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There’s nothing like laundry that has dried outdoors.

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Do as Gry and only buy tea towels that match your decor.

Get the look

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Maga knit blanket
HAY
teaandkate.co.uk
€ 214

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BL3M floor lamp
Bestlite
Gubi.com
€ 873

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Natural steel chair
Tolix
madeindesign.co.uk
€ 187

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Tray coffee table
HAY
hayminimarket.com
€ 201

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Hammershøi small vase anthracite
Kähler
kahlerdesign.com
€ 39.90

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Tanger rug 160 x 230 cm
Ellos
Ellos.com
€ 200

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Seigaiha cutting board
Made a Mano
Decorateshop.dk
€ 97

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Striped duvet cover
Aiayu
aiayu.com
€ 215

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Calm balm 02, 90 ml
Karmameju
karmameju.com
€ 37,50