Buying a 1960s house without seeing it might sound bold, but for this couple, the location made it irresistible. âItâs not every day a house by Lake Ă sunden comes onto the market,â the owners Sofia Andersson and Alexander Erntsson explain. Upstairs, L-sized Woodura Planks in Natural were used throughout the hallway, kitchen and living room.
Buying a 1960s house without seeing it might sound bold, but for this couple, the location made it irresistible. âItâs not every day a house by Lake Ă sunden comes onto the market,â the owners Sofia Andersson and Alexander Erntsson explain. Upstairs, L-sized Woodura Planks in Natural were used throughout the hallway, kitchen and living room.
The renovation was extensive â and was filmed by a TV crew. âEverything was quite intense and at times chaotic, but documenting the journey also made us pause and reflect on what we were actually creating,â explains Sofia.
Everything was stripped back to allow for a fresh architectural approach, inspired by mid-century modern design. Large windows were introduced to frame the surrounding landscape, turning the lake into a constant visual presence throughout the home.
âAt first, we werenât interested in the house,â Sofia says. âBut we couldnât let go of the idea of living with that view â and transforming the house into the home we had always dreamed of.â Alexander adds: âWe wanted to open it up, bring in light and use large windows to create ânaturalâ frames towards the lake. The aim has always been to create a home with classic choices that feel just as right now as they will in the future.â
The interior reflects a distinctly Scandinavian approach, softened with personal and colourful elements. Rather than letting colour dominate the architecture, it is expressed through furniture and art, while walls and floors create a calm and cohesive backdrop. The home balances structure with warmth, creating an environment that feels both designed and lived in.
The choice quickly fell on wood flooring, but it needed to be durable enough for an active home. âClean grading, balanced plank proportions and a natural tone were also key factors â alongside environmental considerations, which played an important role in the overall decision-making process.â
One of the standout features of the home is how the flooring extends all the way to the large windows without visible trims. This creates an almost seamless transition between interior and exterior, enhancing the connection to the surrounding landscape.
The shadow gaps instead of traditional skirting boards, reinforce the architectural clarity of the space.
Throughout the home, materials have been carefully combined to create contrast and cohesion. Upstairs, the natural wood flooring meets green stone tiles inspired by KolmĂ„rden marble. âThat combination was spot on!â says Sofia. In the kitchen, oak cabinetry echoes the tones of the floor, creating a unified and integrated feel. Rather than standing apart, the kitchen becomes a natural extension of the living space, reinforcing the architectural flow.
The matt lacquered surface enhances the natural qualities of the wood, offering a subtle, understated finish. It brings out the grain while maintaining a soft, tactile feel underfoot. Beyond aesthetics, the comfort of walking on wood is a defining feature. Warm, slightly forgiving and quiet, it adds to the overall sense of wellbeing within the home.
Looking back, the couple describe the process as both demanding and rewarding. Creating a home from the ground up requires patience, but the result is a space designed for the future. âWeâre really pleased. The best part is creating something truly our own and seeing all the decisions come together in the end.â
