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A new cabin in a familiar spot: Inside the Puotila family’s summer retreat on Lake Saimaa
The Puotila family has been spending summers on the shores of Lake Saimaa since the 1950s. When their old log cabin finally called for a major overhaul, the family arrived at an unusual solution: tear down the original and build a new one in exactly the same spot. Everything that had worked well was recreated – only better.
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Ask the Customer Service: “What kind of patio furniture should I choose for my summer cottage in the archipelago?”
When there are four seasons, one of which you wish would last half a year, it's wise to be early with your garden and patio purchases. Summer feels significantly longer when the outdoor furniture is ready right from the warm day!
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Anna Pirkola's cozy summer cottage is all about downshifting
At designer and stylist Anna Pirkola's summer cottage, the focus is on spending quality time with the family and unwinding from daily routines. Together, in their freshly completed summer kitchen, they create seasonal delicacies and let time become a blur.
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Dinnerware for parties and festive daily life – check out our 8 best tips for tableware!
Who said setting up the party table has to be a hassle? Whether you're throwing a grand and glamorous event or keeping it cozy and intimate, Design Stories is here to help you with the table décor. Check out our inspiring ideas for delightful table settings – and don't forget to add a bunch of fresh flowers to accompany your tableware!
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A perfect summer kitchen needs carefully selected objects, subtle fragrances, and space
In the summer kitchen of Jenna Kiuru’s dreams, what brings her most joy are uncluttered spaces and the little things that make for carefree living. And for a beautiful and practical summer kitchen, natural materials are a must. In this article in our Well Kept series, textile care expert Jenna Kiuru discusses carefully made choices, materials that suit one’s own lifestyle, and how to care for them.
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Creativity is key in Kirsikka Simberg's summery table settings
Kirsikka Simberg's summer includes dining al fresco, tending the garden, and bicycle trips – with a side of ice cream of course. Design Stories visited Simberg's summer home and got the best tips on what to bring as a gift to the cabin and for creating a summery table setting.
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What to bring as a gift to the summer cabin? 8 thoughtful cottage gift ideas that’ll keep the invitations coming
You have been invited to the summer cottage, but what to bring as a gift? Fresh strawberries straight from the market and pre-chilled summer drinks are always a sure choice, but if you’re looking for something that will bring a smile to the host’s face for years to come, keep reading. Design Stories put together eight swoon-worthy cabin gift ideas – take a look and keep the invitations coming!
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Give your summer home décor a makeover with our 7+1 simple ideas
Decorating the summer house might often be last on the list and no wonder: there are strawberries to savor and sunshine to be soaked in – and to-do lists to scrap. Design Stories put together seven simple ideas for a summer cottage mini makeover, take a look and get inspired!
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Summer in the city: a quick and colorful summer makeover for a small apartment
One of Kasia Rutkowiak’s summer rituals is refreshing her home for the season of light and colors. This year, the Polish blogger got out of her comfort zone to experiment with exceptionally bold colors and patterns.
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