Woman painting a wall brown with a roller, paint tray and chair nearby.
A woman painting a cabinet brown with a roller while sitting on a wooden floor.
DIY and vintage live side by side at the WOA apartment

Each piece of furniture holds its own narrative, telling a story about the people who inhabit the space. At the Wall of Art apartment the story is about creativity, blending DIY ingenuity with the timeless charm of vintage design.

Photos by Björn Eklund

To style the space, we collaborated with stylist Linnea Salmén, whose keen eye brought together carefully sourced vintage furniture with modern, personalized updates. A standout feature is the two furry chairs, designed by Salmén herself.

Abstract wall art above a white sofa with orange pillow, modern lamps, and dark coffee table with books.
Abstract wall art above a white sofa with orange pillow, modern lamps, and dark coffee table with books.
Two people working in a living room featuring artwork and a wooden flat file cabinet.
Two people working in a living room featuring artwork and a wooden flat file cabinet.

We transformed an IKEA sideboard with a brown coat of paint—a choice made to infuse the piece with warmth and sophistication. This simple yet impactful touch showcases how DIY tricks can elevate any interior. The vision for the space revolves around juxtaposition: the sleek lines of Scandinavian simplicity meet the interesting textured patina of vintage finds. Understated scandinavian furniture, bold lighting, and artfully worn wooden surfaces harmonize with playful elements like the custom armchairs. Together, these pieces form a cohesive yet dynamic narrative.

Hand holding a paint color sample card by a sideboard with books, candles, and decor.
A hand holding a five-shade brown and grey paint color sample strip.
Brown paint being poured into a white tray.
Brown paint being poured from a metal can into a white plastic tray.
A woman sitting on the floor using a paint roller and tray to paint a surface.
Woman slicing a rectangular chocolate cake on parchment paper with a knife.
Two people arranging furniture and lighting in a modern living room.
Two people arrange items in a living room featuring modern furniture and wall-mounted artwork.
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Two graphic art prints above a sideboard with table lamps and books in a modern living room.
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Framed artwork with beige background, white oval track pattern, and red text at the lower left. Graphic illustration poster with curved lines and red text, “6.5.1 Tracks” and “K + W Stockholm,” on beige background, partially obscured by a wooden chair.
6.5.1 Tracks
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Framed poster with green background and bold pink geometric letters spelling WOW. Modern interior with a 'WOW' poster on the wall, wooden furniture, and minimal decor.
6.4.2 Wow
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Framed abstract art with two irregular red shapes on a beige background. “The Pomodori” framed abstract artwork with a burgundy red minimal design on beige, leaning against wooden chairs.
Pomodori
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A framed minimalist line drawing hung above art books on a sideboard.
Abstract artwork and modern lamp above brown cabinet with two people arranging items.
Framed abstract red art, a sculptural bell pepper object, and taper candles in silver holders on books.
Framed abstract artwork displayed on a cabinet with a sculpted apple, stacked books and two candles.
Folding wooden room divider with interlocking panels.
Wooden folding room divider on hardwood floor with white curtains and large windows in background.
Hands placing Oyster and Passport issues and other books onto a black coffee table.
Person in black shirt organizing books and magazines on a black table.
Large white spherical paper pendant light held by a person.
A person holding a large white paper lantern in a living room.
Two stacked wooden chairs on a wood floor.
Wooden chair stacked inside another beside a dark cabinet with books, candles, and framed wall art.
A person in a black t-shirt and jeans stands beside a sofa where a brown and white dog sleeps.
A person in a black t-shirt and jeans stands beside a sofa where a brown and white dog sleeps.
White table lamp on windowsill beside stacked books, a decorative mirror, and sculptural decor.
White mushroom-shaped table lamp on a stack of books and a curved mirror on a windowsill.
Abstract art above brown credenza with books and decor, white furry chair, and modern lamps by sheer window.
Two framed abstract prints on a sideboard behind two long-haired sheepskin armchairs.

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