Stockholm Furniture: At The Forefront Of Interior Design

In Sweden there has been a great increase in interest in furniture (möbler) and design, to the point that it is just as important to expressing personality as the clothing one wears. Similar to fashion in clothing, Stockholm is a leading area for furniture and interior design (heminredning), and since it is one of the most modern cities in the world there is certainly something to be found here for everyone, regardless of budget or style.

Furniturebox.se is a web-based company, which sells expensive furniture (möbler) pieces at lower prices. In central Stockholm they have a 500 sq meter store that offers high quality furniture and a real shopping experience. Bolia, with their New Scandinavian Design concept and handmade furniture is a must-see for anyone interested in design and handicraft. Bolia have a renowned design team and give young designers the chance to join them through the Bolia Design Award.

Ekero Furniture, Stalands Furniture, and DUX beds are big players in the Stockholm furniture (möbler Stockholm) business. Some furniture companies, such as POM (Piece of Mind) ask why certain products that should exist do not, and then answer that question by creating those products.

The Lanna Furniture company has come up with a new line since it participated in the furnishings fair recently where it collected views and requests from its clients. The Bromma Furniture firm sells sturdy furnishings crafted in nations throughout the globe, while Carlssons Furniture company brings you well made merchandise from a family enterprise which has three generations worth of experience. GAD, which is headquartered on Gotland, also maintains offices and studios in Stockholm and builds furniture to order.

Any furniture lover visiting Stockholm must goto the SoFo area. Here you will find an assortment of secondhand stores and galleries selling a wide array of furniture. This could include demo pieces, classic furniture from the 50s and 60s, or even Feng-Shui inspired furniture as well. The giant furniture stores, such as IKEA, Mio and EM are represented also.

The last, but certainly not least, thing to mention in any discussion of Stockholm furniture (möbler Stockholm) is the Stockholm Furniture Fair, or the largest gathering of Scandinavian furniture lovers. Particularly notable at the fair is the Greenhouse section, which gathers new designers and international design schools, giving them an opportunity to showcase their work. Another fair that runs at the same time as the furniture fair is the Northern Light Fair, which is the Scandinavian lighting exhibition.