#danish sofa and chair

[iseestarsnation]

Contemporary Family Room - Family Room

An illustration of a medium-sized, contemporary open-concept family room with a bar, black walls, a tile fireplace, a traditional fireplace, and a wall-mounted television

[februarypoet]

Contemporary Family Room - Home Bar Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed porcelain tile family room remodel with a bar, black walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

[gunillamixtapes]

Contemporary Patio - Outdoor Kitchen

[woso-dreamzzz]

Hurt V

Hardersson x Child!Reader

Part of The Big Adventures Universe

Summary: Morsa's operation

Morsa has to have surgery on her foot because she hurt it really, really bad. Bad enough that she's out of the team while she recovers. Bad enough that you have to visit her in hospital.

Momma takes you into her room when Morsa wakes up from her surgery sleep.

"Morsa," You say," You've got Sweden on your foot."

On her bandaged foot is the Swedish flag. You recognise it because Morsa tried to make you learn it before you learnt the Danish one. She failed at that second bit but she did make sure you learnt the flag.

"Yeah," She says," I do have Sweden on my foot."

"Is Sweden making your foot better?"

Morsa laughs a little while Momma puts you up on her bed. "It is."

"You should take a picture," You tell her," So the team can know Sweden's making you better."

"Alright, princesse. I'll take a picture for the girls."

You make sure Morsa takes a lot of pictures to show both the Bayern girls and the Sweden girls so they know she's okay.

The doctors keep coming in all day to check on Morsa and her Sweden foot and you get to watch Morsa get poked and prodded before being taken home by Momma.

Morsa's got to stay in the hospital for another day to check that her Sweden foot isn't going to fall off or anything but she's welcome to come home the next day.

She comes home on crutches, hobbling up the front doorstep before practically melting into the sofa. You bring her a drink and she captures you quickly, tugging you onto the sofa with her before crushing you into a hug.

"Morsa!" You shriek as ticklish kisses attack your face," Stop it!"

"Hey, now," Magda laughs," Don't kick out. I'm injured, remember? You don't want to hurt me more."

"You're doing this on purpose!" You tell her as one of her hands winds around your legs so all you can do is wiggle your body.

"Doing what on purpose? Giving love to my favourite girl?"

"Make Momma your favourite!" You tell her but she doesn't listen, dropping more kisses all over your face as you try to escape.

"Magda," Pernille says reproachfully as she returns from the kitchen," You're still injured. Take it easy."

"I am taking it easy," Magda replies whilst standing and dangling you upside down by your ankles.

"Magda," Pernille says again," Holding our child hostage is not taking it easy."

"I beg to disagree."

"Magda, I mean it. Sit down."

Magda sits down, releasing you as she does so and you hurry off to your toy corner and beanbag chair to catch your breath.

"Have you still got Sweden on your foot?"

Magda pulls off her sock to triumphantly show her Sweden bandage. "I do still have Sweden on my foot!"

"You should put Denmark on your foot."

The grin on Magda's face drops as she stares at you, mouth hanging open. "What?"

"You should put Denmark on your foot," You repeat," Because Momma's from Denmark and she always makes me feel better when I have ouchies."

"Princesse," Magda says," I can't just change it to Denmark. That's like...treason or something."

"Why's it treason?"

"Because...er...Because..."

"Because your Morsa is very silly and takes a rivalry a bit too seriously even at home," Pernille explains to you.

"Oh," You say, nodding in understanding before turning back to Magda," You're very silly, Morsa and you really should put Denmark on your foot because then Momma's Denmark magic can help you."

Magda still looks stricken and Pernille forces herself to cough to cover her laugh.

"That's a very good idea," She says," We've got to change Morsa's bandage anyway. I managed to buy a red bandage. Can you get some of the medical tape?"

"Is it in the ouchy bag?"

"Yep, in the bathroom."

You scamper off and Magda gives Pernille the biggest, wettest puppy eyes she can manage.

It doesn't quite work the same way as when you're doing it.

"Pernille," She says," Please?"

"I don't know. Maybe my fancy Denmark magic will help," Pernille teases just as you come back in with the white medical tape.

"We're making the Denmark flag," You tell Magda as Pernille unwinds the bandage," So you can get better soon."

Magda forces herself not to grind her teeth in annoyance and smile at you instead. "Thank you, princesse."

[drdemonprince]

MCM furniture is interesting, as it's really the first style to be truly mass-produced (earlier styles were factory-made sure, but the process was still mostly artisan-driven versus the genuinely industrial of MCM) and which came after the end of WW2. Right in time to wedge itself in the American subconscious to fester and gain mythological status, along with the suburb, car-culture, and the nuclear family. While there have been styles in American furniture before it, they were either for poors (vernacular furniture) or fringe religious groups (Shaker, to which Danish modernists are indebted and thus the MCM in turn), or for the fabulously rich (Federalist, Colonial). MCM slots in-between that. Nice enough to be a clear indicator of the good taste of its owner (and wealth, because the real deal MCM like Eames always was wildly beyond the reach of working-class folks), but subtle so and not ostentatious as the expanses of mahogany and carvings and moldings of the rich' furniture. Perfect for contemporary bourgeois values.

(Liking MCM is value-neutral, it's chairs and sofas and whathaveyou, but it pays to untangle why's behind its popularity, as that goes well beyond mere aesthetic appreciation.)

Now this is the stuff. Thanks for sharing that historical context, anon.

[octuscle]

Hey support

So I decided to go to my first fetish event at a club next weekend, but being a shy always in my own head kinda guy I was a little anxious about the whole thing. So I thought, I might find some temporary presets or changes on Chronivac to last for the night to get me out of my own head and make me feel more at home with being at the event.

I think I messed something up though, cause although the changes are suppose to be temporary and only for the day/night of the event, I can’t put my finger on it, but things seem to be changing in my daily life right now, over a week before the big day.

It's Sunday morning. According to your memory, you had a quiet Saturday evening on the sofa. Chips, Netflix, a bit of wanking. A perfectly normal Saturday evening. But why the hell do you have this hangover? And the apartment smells of beer and cigar smoke. Full ashtrays in the kitchen. Empty whiskey glasses. Full condoms on the floor. A few jockstraps. Empty poppers bottles. What was going on here yesterday. And where did that hairy, snoring fellow on your sofa come from?

It's 6pm when you finally get rid of the fellow (hottest Sunday morning sex ever), you've tidied up and cleaned. Now you feel like a cigar. But not at home anymore. You've just got rid of the smell to some extent. But now you need a whiskey and a cigar.

You actually thought that the stranger on the sofa owned the biker boots and the leather jacket at the coat check. But he left your apartment wearing just one of the jockstraps from the kitchen floor and a pair of tracksuit bottoms. But now you're standing in front of your hallway mirror with one of the jockstraps, a 501, a white T-shirt that doesn't fit at all badly, the boots and the leather jacket. And you like what you see. There are cigars in the leather jacket. And as if remote-controlled, you walk through the evening streets until you find yourself standing in front of an inconspicuous door in the basement of a side street. You ring the bell. The doorman greets you with a fist bump and says it's good to see you back. Your regular seat at the bar is free. Your whiskey and ashtray are ready before you can even take a seat. You like Sunday evenings here. No curious tourists. No hustle and bustle. Real men who want their peace and quiet. And maybe a quick fuck. The fellow who disappears into the toilet had clearly made eye contact with you beforehand. You follow him…

Monday morning. Shit, you could have stayed in bed for another hour. But you have to look good at the weekend. And you have to go to the gym before work. And you're still wearing the urine-yellow and cum-encrusted jockstrap from yesterday. Your cock never gets limp when you wear it. Your PA shines through the stretched fabric. Fuck, you're so horny that you have to jerk off in the shower. And with every movement, your PA gets a little thicker. And your circumcised foreskin comes back. As you stuff your sweaty clothes into your gym bag and put on your suit, you think wistfully of your leather jacket. You miss the smell of masculinity in your work clothes… And the creak of leather.

On Tuesday after work, you get changed and go to your favorite barbershop. Hair radically short, beard in shape. On the Friday before the party, you only need to have the contours corrected once. You're actually always here twice a week. Great atmosphere. You're not the only man sitting in the styling chair in leather jeans. And with a cigar and a glass of whiskey, it's almost like being in your favorite bar. And once you've changed your clothes and had your hair done, you can see what's going on in the bar. As you might expect, not much. But Hendrik, the Danish barman, plays with your nipple piercings. And just before you leave, there's a submissive skinhead who first serves as your urinal and then gives you a blowjob. Good evening!

Yesterday was a normal day at the gym, but on Thursday you realize that the big fetish events are in town this weekend. There are more men than usual at the weights in the morning. And the men are bigger, more muscular and hairier than usual. It smells of sweat and musk. The air is full of testosterone. Damn, there's more than one ass you'd like to fuck. And a number of fellows obviously wouldn't be averse either. But you won't cum until tomorrow night. You want maximum pressure on your balls. You spend the evening with leather waxes, brushes and polishing cloths. Boots, pants, jackets, shirts, harnesses… There's a hell of a lot of black leather to polish to a high shine. Your new fullsleave has healed perfectly. The new sling is hanging, the St. Andrew's cross is fitted and tomorrow morning you'll swap the cotton sheets for black leather. You are a neat freak. But planning and preparation is everything!

Today is Friday, so you can wear leather trousers to the office. The dirty jockstrap and cock ring underneath. The white button-down shirt will be changed quickly later. You don't want to waste any time.

You change in the barbershop to the cheers of the other customers. Zac takes the opportunity to trim the fur on your chest. There are already long queues outside the club. You don't care. You just walk through to the entrance. You greet the doorman with a handshake and a French kiss. He returns the favor by grabbing your bulge. Fuck, your balls are about to burst. The party can start.

Pic found @my-gear-smoking-favourites

[nordica-sims]

HYGGE - danish & scandinavian design.

The "hygge" collection is very personal to me, because its inspired only by Danish designs. I'm excited to share a piece of my country, Denmark.

This set contains 35 items:

furniture: (dining table, coffee table, sideboard, cabinet, dining chair, living chair, sofa)

decor: (poster, vases, cups, plates, rugs, placemat, candles, wooden monkey, cake, basket. cushion, blanket & more)

functional: (hanging tv, standing tv, lamps - 2 sizes, speaker)

[basegame compatible]

Terms of use:

Do not reupload without my permission

Feel free to convert to other games (Don’t put back any paywall and remember to credit me)

Recolour allowed ( DO NOT INCLUDE MESH and don’t put back any paywall and remember to credit me)

Please tag me if you use my stuff, I’ll be happy to see!

Enjoy!

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[seeking--the--essential]

The Finn Juhl House

Charlottenlund, Copenhagen, Denmark

“The furniture designer and architect Finn Juhl designed and decorated his house at 15 Kratvænget in Ordrup at the age of thirty. Completed in 1942, Finn Juhl’s house is now considered one of the most successful functionalist single-family houses in Denmark.

Very few houses by Finn Juhl exist today: while he was a trained architect, he mainly achieved fame as a furniture designer. Finn Juhl’s sculptural furniture designs are represented throughout the house. Here you will find the Chieftain Chair, the Poet Sofa and the Silver Table to name just a few.

But the furniture does not stand alone. Art occupies an equally prominent place: works by leading Danish artists of the time such as Vilhelm Lundstrøm, Asger Jorn, Erik Thommesen and Sonja Ferlov Mancoba were carefully selected by Finn Juhl. In keeping with Finn Juhl’s vision, the house constitutes a modernist Gesamtkunstwerk where architecture, design and art come together in a harmonious totality”

Text credit: Ordrupgaard website

[thislovintime]

Peter Tork’s first house, at 6416 Rodgerton Drive in Los Angeles: (photos 1 & 2) in 1967 and in 2011; Stephen Stills inside the house (photo by Ann Moses); Peter in 1967 (photos by Henry Diltz).

About photo 3 - “Steve Stills of Buffalo Springfield, a close friend of Peter’s, looks at a place of interior decorating by Monkee Davy, who has taken a number of ‘Davy Jones stamps’ and spelt out the word LOVE on the wall just inside the front door.” - Ann Moses, NME, August 10, 1968

"Davy Jones is an acknowledged practical joker: and he kept up his image when he returned from his vacation. The Monkees event three weeks at RCA Studios recording their new album. One night after a sessions Peter invited Davy over to his house and while Pete was getting something to eat Davy pasted Davy Jones stamps all over his dining room wall! You can see Pete’s best friend, Steve Stills checking them out on the left." - Ann Moses, Tiger Beat June 1967

“[At Peter’s house I] found the Davy stickers on the wall, put up by — I, in fact, I took a picture of Steve Stills standing next to the… and he had put the Davy stickers up, and he had put it, all the little stickers so they spelled Davy, and that was on the wall at Peter’s house. So I always thought that was really cute. But [Peter] lived very — you know, he had thrift-store coffee tables and things like that.” - Ann Moses, The Monkees Pad Show no. 10

* * *

"When Peter went looking for his first home he thought of ‘hills and cool green.’ He found them here. Pass through the open front door and you will see the dining room table and the floor-to-ceiling windows that look out on the city lights below. Here on the top floor are the living room, dining room and kitchen… and no matter what time of day or night you enter Pete’s home, the room is always dimly lit with candles and incense is burning. The kitchen, currently stocked with health foods, is to the right and to the left is the living room, the main feature of which is the two single beds that fit into the corner and double as sofas. Whereas green dominates the outside, orange is the feature color indoors because Peter feels it suggests warmth and goes well with candles and quiet. Between the beds is a heavy coffee table that matches the walnut of the color television set across the room. You can actually stand on the table — it is so heavy — and when there’s a crowd in the room the easiest way to get through is walk along it. There is a fireplace against one wall, where a fire is often burning. And the only thing here that doesn’t fit with Peter’s ‘natural’ feel is that he uses artificial logs because they burn more smoothly. The easy chairs in here are sculptured Danish modern and sit next to two huge amplifiers of the stereo system and beside Peter’s electric organ. Behind the sofas, on the wall, is a series of calendar posters called ‘13 ways of looking at a Blackbird’ — each one has a free verse like ‘on two snow-filled mountains, nothing moved but the eye of a blackbird.’ They were a gift of which Peter is very fond. The ground floor lacks the excitement of the upper one, having just two bedrooms and a bathroom. One bedroom is Peter’s, the other is for guests, and neither is decorated. Other bits of info about the house… in the kitchen are walls with paper flowers… there is another favorite poster of Peter’s, a present from his friend Steve Stills of Buffalo Springfield, showing a man and a woman hugging on a deserted beach… and as you walk in the front door to the right Davy Jones has spelled out the word ‘Love’ in big letters using ‘Davy Jones stamps.’ […] A typical evening at Peter’s is spent listening to/or playing music. Group discussions about everything from music to Eastern religious interests captivate Peter. His gatherings are usually spur-of-the-moment things where he’ll call up a few friends and say: ‘Come on up to my pad.’” - Ann Moses, NME, August 10, 1968

“As you walk in the front door of my house, directly across the room there are floor-to-ceiling glass windows that look out onto a small balcony and the green hills. At night you can look out on the lights of the little valley. It makes it very pleasant during the day with the sunlight streaming in. There are a couple of wall lamps, but the socket on one is burned out and the other lamp fell down off the wall, so all the light is by candle. There is no lighting except by candle and I even read by it. I enjoy the colors candles throw off." - Peter Tork, Monkee Spectacular, July 1967

“It’s really groovy at Peter’s house. People just come over and we talk or sit around and watch color TV. We don’t have any favorite programs, we just mainly like the color TV. Sometimes we mess it up so there’s dots and flashes, it’s like our own light show. I’ve learned some things about Peter that I didn’t know before, like he likes to live in a cold house. ‘72 degrees is plenty warm enough,’ he says. He doesn’t like the heat turned up. Also, he loves Chinese food, but he doesn’t cook if he can help it. He much prefers to be ‘cooked for.’ There’s usually a parade of fans every afternoon up at the house. They come up to the door and whisper ‘Is Peter here?’ and then they run away. If he’s home he’ll go out and sign some autographs, but he’s not home that often. He’s usually working. We often sit around and play guitars. His favorite song right now is ‘Strawberry Fields Forever.’ The groups we’ll listen to are the Spoonful, the Beatles, of course; the Mamas and Papas; and Peter digs the Springfield. When we’re not playing music or listening to music, we’re usually picking things apart — groups, ideas we hear from people, pieces of music, each other’s brain.” - Stephen Stills, Tiger Beat, July 1967

“Most of the people who live with him (there are seven now) have known Peter for years. Since money has no value to him, he lavishes his money on his friends. Peter has spent thousands of dollars just helping, with no thought of getting repaid. (That much has changed — a few years ago Peter couldn’t give much more than a sympathetic ear.) With all those people living with Peter now, he has very little privacy, but apparently it isn’t missed. Everyone at the house is working and ‘doing their thing,’ and the house is a simple, unpretentious, very lived-in home. As one person living there puts it[,] ‘It’s a happy, productive household, so full of love you can’t quite believe it.’” - Judy Sims, Disc and Music Echo, May 11, 1968 (x/x)

“Last week we went to Peter’s house to meet him. He had some friends over, but he came out and talked to us. He looked so groovy, and he was twice as friendly and nice as we’d ever expected! He talked with us, took pictures, and signed autographs. We’ll never forget that day, and we just want to thank Peter for making that day the most wonderful in our whole lives! L.E. and S.M. Los Angeles, Calif.” - Monkee Spectacular, March 1968 (x)

[avierysims]

20 culpepper chic reno | avierysims

hi so i built a shitty apartment with way too much CC in it but it's on the gallery if anyone wants to use it. i don't really have the energy to find the links to every single item i used so i listed them :( gallery id - dynastiana | office

pierisim - the office desk thekalino - ficus lyrata plant pralinesims - flocati 2 rug marvell-world - marlon paintings harrie - brownstone collection wallpaper felicandre x harrie - livin' rum danish shelf 1 simcredible - vienna tripod vase 1 pierisim - mcm extravaganza wig collection harrie - shop the look david bust syb - clarrise flower vase harrie - octave modern double door

| kitchen

harrie - octave bookshelf harrie - brownstone collection (fridge, island, hob, counters) felixandre - paris cabinets littbowbub - home barista severinka - bottle fridge stand simcredible - enigma vase harrie - parquet flooring simcredible - keep life simple kitchen dish washer

| dining area

myshunosun - gale dining chair syb - laundry lemon tree syb - annie bouquet felixandre - florence fontana painting harrie - brownstone sofa felixandre - colonial foot stool pierisim - tidying up flowers

| living room

felixandre - paris sofa pierisim - livingroom minikit coffee table felixandre x harrie - livin' rum tray, simsung frame tv, 3d leaning artwork and rocking chair harrie - shop the look decorative candle tray simcredible - vienna plant large 2

| bedroom

rubyred_crescent - upholstered bed frame pierisim - mcm double bedding myshunosun - lullaby end table sixamcc - hotel lamp peacemaker_ic - myra's living origami chair sixamcc - lux marble vanity felixandre x harrie - harluxe vanity stool peacemaker_ic - cutout dresser simcredible - keep life simple plant syb - nothing to wear clutch bag marvell-world - marlon box sixamcc - suitcase severinka - dayana livingroom wall mirror pierisim - mcm curtains store medium

| bathroom

platnumluxesims - luxe bathroom counter (left single and right) peacemaker_ic - toilet roll holder sixamcc - marble lux bathtub felixandre x harrie - bafroom wall shower platnumluxesims - stone paving floor

[wiseoldowl72]

Walk in the Woods

Prompt: Snow

Cas had been going through Facebook Events looking for something unique and fun to do. It hadn’t been that long since his first date with Dean at the coffee shop they both frequented. They weren’t even that far past the talking stage. Not that Cas wanted to rush things. 

It was then he saw the event page, “Evening Lantern Walk through the Park.” The event was not far, just a few miles away at the local nature park. Cas was sure this would be a perfect thing for them to do together. He looked at the description and not only would there be a lighted path about one-quarter mile long, but also hot cocoa, a bonfire, decorations along the way provided by the community supporting a local charity, and an animal rescue would be present with a few of their birds on display. He clicked the button to “going” and had the entry added to his phone calendar.

 ~~~~~

“Hello, Dean,” Cas said later that afternoon, when they met for their weekly coffee date after work. 

“Heya, Cas, have a good day?” replied Dean, taking off his jacket to sit at the table.

“Numbers are numbers, every day is the same,” countered Cas, “reports, accounting ledges, auditing, it never ends.”

“Same can be said about sales,” Dean looked down and groused, “product, pricing, place, promotion, people, it’s just one big wheel that never ends client to client.Yada, Yada, Yada. And we are the ones continuing to drive the company revenues that you have to keep track of.”

The waitress showed up just as the duo were starting to turn morose about their jobs with coffee and sweets orders. Cas enjoyed his Latte and Danish, while Dean his black, drip coffee and pie. They ate in silence.

Before things could get too stale, Cas looked up from his place and used his fork to point at Dean, “I’ve got an idea for an evening together if you’re up to it?”

“Sonofabitch, put that thing down before you poke someone’s eye out with it!” Dean exclaimed. “You, an idea for a date?” He grinned, “I’ve got to hear this, a museum?”

“No, I took your tastes into account. I know you don’t like all the documentaries I choose on movie nights.” Cas retorted.

“How about we get out of here and go back to my place?” Dean asked. “We can talk freely there, put on a movie, and put our feet up now that the work day’s over.” He motioned with his head to the parking lot.

“Lead the way,” Cas answered and reached to grab his coat off the back of the chair.

~~~~~

Once back at Dean’s house, Cas hung up his coat, put his keys in the bowl by the front door, and toed off his shoes. Dean came back out of the kitchen with two beers. One for each of them, and gestured toward the sofa. 

“So what’s this date idea you have? Dean prompted Cas quizzically.

“There’s a lantern stroll at the nature park. I saw it on facebook,” Cas told him “it’s after work, they advertise cocoa, a bonfire, decorations along the trail made by locals to support a charity, and one of the wildlife rescues will be there with a few of their birds. It looks like a nice evening out.”

“That actually does sound fun, when is it?” Dean inquired.

“Next Friday and Saturday evening,” Cas told him. “I was hoping since it’s just Wednesday, we could go Friday?” He asked hopefully.

“Sure thing! What time do you want me to pick you up?” Dean asked, as he put his feet up on the coffee table. 

“How about 5 o’clock? I’ll leave early to go home, so we don’t have my car left in the parking garage over the weekend. You can just come over as soon as you finish for the day,” Cas reasoned as he relaxed back into the cushions, thankful that Dean seemed just as excited about his idea as he was.

“I’ll message you the event page so you can take a look at it,” Cas said with a finality that ended the conversation.

They settled in to eat delivery pizza and watch Game of Thrones. Cas hadn’t seen the series before and the men were taking their time with it only watching one or two episodes a night. Cas was very emotional, behind his stoic looks he took the scenes to heart. He became very invested in the characters. When Dean had told him George R.R. Martin loved to torture just about every character, Cas hadn’t believed him. He did now. 

On GoT nights Cas always ended up snuggled under Dean’s arm, squished right into his side, sometimes hiding his eyes in Dean’s shirt. Tears were not uncommon. Unlike some men, Cas was fully accepting of his range of emotions and not afraid at all to display them. 

After the episodes were finished for the night and the popcorn, pizza, and beers were consumed, it was time to say goodnight. Cas finished putting on his shoes and jacket, then Dean pulled him by the labels into a tight hug, kissed his forehead, and wished him a good night. Cas was pleasantly pleased by the kiss and gave Dean a thousand watt smile. They have been hugging for a few weeks now, but this was their first kiss of any kind.

Cas silently loved Dean’s hugs. It was like he was the only one in the universe for those few moments. All Dean’s attention was focused on him. He always let himself melt while being held. He kissed Dean on the cheek in return, and with his keys in hand, turned and went out into the night to bide his time until their date on Friday.

~~~~~

Cas was waiting on his porch at 5pm on Friday when Dean’s impressively loud, purring V8 engine pulled into the driveway. It wasn’t particularly cold out, but it was the season for warm jackets, scarves, and gloves if you were going to be out for any length of time. Cas hadn’t been waiting long when Dean drove up.

“Heya, ready to go?” Dean asked after he stepped out of the driver’s door, “I think we’ll probably beat the crowds by going when it opens rather than waiting until later in the evening.”

“It’ll still be pretty either way, but I do like the idea of less people around,” Cas concurred, “I think the lanterns along the trail will give the trail a glow we won’t see when trees are full of leaves.”

“When have I ever turned down a bonfire and cocoa?” Laughed Dean.

“We haven’t known each other that long, Dean, but from what I can surmise of your character, I believe the answer would be never,” deduced Cas.

It was just a short drive across town to the park. Honestly, Cas didn’t even remember if the heater was blowing hot air out of the vents. Dean always had the windows rolled down just touch to keep the insides from fogging up. They were able to get a spot in the park’s visitors lot, which was surprising. Both men knew how popular events were here. But they did notice there was already quite a line. It was moving, meaning the event had already opened, but they weren’t the only ones to have the idea to go early in the evening. 

As they started along the path the run started to dip below the trees meaning soon it would be dusk. The lanterns were always giving the paved hiking trail an ethereal glow. Every 15 ft or so a decorated wooden Christmas tree shape was decorated by different groups or organizations in the community. They raised money each year for a qualifying charity. 

One of the first stops on the trail was a hot cocoa station. The men greedily took their cups as Cas took a small candy cane to put in his, while Dean took a small packet of marshmallows. 

“Just hits the spot!” Dean hummed happily while holding the cup and bringing the smell of warm cocoa to his nose. “You heathen! A candy cane! In your cocoa? How could you?” He looked at Cas appalled.

“I like the peppermint flavoring the candy cane adds to the cocoa,” replied Cas shrugging his shoulders, “what's wrong with that?”

“Let’s keep walking,” Dean started down the trail again.. Cas was always so logical. Dean sometimes just wanted to play and have fun, but Cas didn’t get the jokes. It was sorta endearing, when he thought about it, frustrating, but endearing.. Dean mentally sighed and reminded himself that’s what movie nights were for, pop culture education.

They walked side by side, sometimes their hands or sleeves would brush. They enjoyed seeing the decorations provided by the community for a worthy cause and commented on them as they walked past. Ones they liked, a Nutcracker themed Christmas tree and a tree made of wrapped presents. On the other end of the spectrum, the ones they just didn’t like or plain didn’t understand. They guessed one was supposed to be a modern art take on Christmas, but none of it made sense to either of them. So they just kept walking. The next tree was made out of women’s shoes. At least that one was funny and made sense. Both of the men thought women wore too many different kinds of shoes. 

“Who needed a dozen pairs of shoes anyway?” Cas just threw it out there while investigating the tree.

“Nobody I know, Dean answered, “not even the women in my family.”

Just at around the corner of the bend in the trail was the wildlife rescue tent. The rescue has brought three birds of prey, each damaged in some way and unable to return to the wild. A Barn Owl, that was hit by a car; a Great Horned Owl, also hit by a car; and a Harris Hawk, who had imprinted on humans, plus a wonderful interpreter discussing the breeds and all their different aspects. Cas was fascinated.

Cas was so intrigued by the information he didn’t notice that Dean had wandered over to the bonfire which was set up about 100 ft away from the rescue tent. The fire was roaring, warm, and with plenty of seating. 

Dean was sitting on an empty bench just staring into the flames finishing up his cocoa. Cas came over and sat down, scooching up next to him for warmth. He noticed how much chillier it had become since they had arrived. The day had been cloudy, but he didn’t think anything of it.

Just then, as both men stared into the fire, their arms curled around each other and they intertwined fingers, a few single stray fluffy snowflakes started to fall out of the sky. They swirled in the air currents surrounding the fire. Dean looked over at Cas, who was laying his head on Dean’s shoulder. The white of the simple snowflakes in Cas’ hair was such a contrast that it gave the evening an even more magical feel.

Cas noticed the snowflakes gathering in scattered patterns on Dean’s green scarf, which stood out over his brown jacket. He too was thinking that the evening seemed more enchanting.

Right there, in front of the bonfire, Cas cupped the back of Dean’s neck and pulled him into a kiss. At first Cas meant for it to be a chaste, we’re-out-in-public-type, kind of kiss, but that decision was overruled by the warmth in his gut to kiss the man more passionately. Dean responded quickly, following Cas’ lead and then running his tongue over the seam of Cas’ lips asking for entry to explore his new boyfriend’s mouth. 

The snow started to come down a bit more persistently  and they broke the kiss. Snow was getting in their eyes, ears, on their pants, and filling in their hair more. The evening had gained an ambiance neither of the two men expected. The lanterns were pretty, listening to the rescue and seeing the birds of prey was awe-inspiring, laughing and pointing at the inventive decorations was a nice touch to the walk, but it was the bonfire, cocoa, and the snow that really turned this date into something more.

Dean and Cas both thought the snow brought out the handsome features of the other and made them want more. Cas beat Dean to the punch in taking their relationship to a new level with the first real kiss. But it was Dean who asked to take Cas home to continue what they started at the bonfire.

As they did so back at Cas’ house, the snow kept falling down. The first snow of the year, in December, on their first planned date.

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This also goes for your "IKEA-fications" of words, btw. Everything at IKEA is a pun on what it does or named after one of their systems depending on what type of product it is.

Stealing this off of here:

Bathroom articles = Names of Swedish lakes and bodies of water Bed textiles = Flowers and plants Beds, wardrobes, hall furniture = Norwegian place names Bookcases = Professions, Scandinavian boy’s names Bowls, vases, candles and candle holders = Swedish place names, adjectives, spices, herbs, fruits and berries Boxes, wall decoration, pictures and frames, clocks = Swedish slang expressions, Swedish place names Children’s products = Mammals, birds, adjectives Desks, chairs and swivel chairs = Scandinavian boy’s names Fabrics, curtains = Scandinavian girl’s names Garden furniture = Scandinavian islands Kitchen accessories = Fish, mushrooms and adjectives Lighting = Units of measurement, seasons, months, days, shipping and nautical terms, Swedish place names Rugs = Danish place names Sofas, armchairs, chairs and dining tables = Swedish place names

Of course, Tumblr will be very familiar with products like Blåhaj (Which is pronounced like "Bl-[the vowel in four]-hi", btw), which means Blue shark, a real-life species of shark.

I know that it can be hard to grasp, especially if you only speak one language, but everything means something to someone. And I know it's a tiny aggression, but there's something that feels erasive and appropriative about acting like another language is just an aesthetic you can slap on something. There's so much history and culture in a language. Adding diacritics, arbitrarily replacing glyphs, and not even bothering to even try to find out how to pronounce something completely disregards all of that in favour of a quick joke.

To people who use "þ" as an aesthetic "p"

þink again.

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How to Match Furniture with Your Home Decor Aesthetic in the UK!

When it comes to creating a home that feels uniquely you, it all starts with your decor style. Whether you're channelling the regal vibes of British sophistication or the sleek minimalism of Scandinavian design, the furniture you choose makes all the difference. If you're looking for the perfect pieces to complete your aesthetic, a furniture store with a wide range of options can be your best ally. Let's dive into five fabulous home decor aesthetics and the ideal furniture pieces to match each one!

1. British Style Home: Classic Elegance Meets Cozy Charm

The Vibe: Think of a charming countryside manor with roaring fireplaces, tea on the table, and timeless elegance. British decor is all about comfort with a dash of sophistication.

Furniture to Love:

Chesterfield Sofa: A classic deep-buttoned, rolled-arm beauty that screams timeless British charm.

Wingback Armchairs: These cozy chairs with their tall backs and "wings" are perfect for sitting by the fire with a good book.

Mahogany Dining Table: Elegant and stately, a mahogany table adds richness to any dining room.

Ottomans: Perfect for putting your feet up in style or adding extra seating

2. Hollywood Glam Aesthetic: Lights, Camera, Glamour!

The Vibe: Think old Hollywood glitz with a modern twist—plush fabrics, sparkling accents, and luxurious finishes. This style is bold, glamorous, and unapologetically opulent.

Furniture to Love:

Chesterfield Sofa or Velvet Upholstered Sofa: For that glam vibe, choose a Chesterfield or a velvet sofa in rich jewel tones. Perfect for lounging like a movie star!

Mirrored Sideboards & Mirror Coffee Tables: Reflect the glamour! Mirrored surfaces catch the light and add a sense of spaciousness.

Black and Gold Accent Italian Beds: Luxurious, dramatic, and made to be the centrepiece of a bedroom that feels like a high-end movie set.

Marble Dining Tables: Sleek, polished, and ultra-luxe, a marble dining table screams sophistication and glam.

3. Scandinavian Aesthetic: Cozy Minimalism for the Soul

The Vibe: Less is more! Scandinavian decor is all about simplicity, functionality, and a connection to nature. It’s the perfect blend of minimalism and coziness (or as the Danish call it, “hygge”).

Furniture to Love:

Oak Coffee Table: Natural wood tones and clean lines make this a staple for any Scandinavian-style living room.

Modular Sofa: Functional, stylish, and comfortable, a modular sofa adapts to your needs while maintaining that minimalist vibe.

Oak Shelving Units: Light wood and open design, perfect for displaying minimal decor and keeping the space airy.

French Style Wooden Sideboards: A touch of French charm adds warmth and character to this otherwise minimalist aesthetic.

4. French Country Style: Rustic Elegance with a Touch of Romance

The Vibe: Picture a quaint French countryside home—elegant but relaxed, with a focus on rustic charm and romantic details. It’s all about soft colours, natural materials, and vintage-inspired pieces.

Furniture to Love:

French Style Wardrobe: Tall, elegant, and beautifully carved, a French wardrobe adds a romantic flair to any room.

Chesterfield Sofa: A crossover with British style, the Chesterfield brings timeless elegance and comfort to the French country look.

French Style Wooden Sideboards: These rustic yet refined sideboards offer storage and style, often with charming details like turned legs or distressed finishes.

Wingback Armchairs: Cozy and inviting, they bring a touch of vintage French sophistication to your space.

5. Modern Aesthetic: Sleek, Simple, and Stylish

The Vibe: Clean lines, bold accents, and minimal clutter. Modern decor is all about creating a space that feels streamlined, functional, and stylish with a focus on open spaces and neutral palettes.

Furniture to Love:

Glass Coffee Table: A sleek, minimal piece that adds a light, airy feel to your living room without overwhelming the space.

Sectional Sofa: A modern must-have, sectional sofas offer comfort and style in one clean package, perfect for lounging or entertaining.

Leather Armchairs: Structured, sleek, and undeniably cool, leather armchairs add a bold touch to modern decor.

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Furnishing Your Home in Singapore: A Guide to Style, Comfort, and Durability

Understanding Your Space and Needs

Before diving into specific pieces of furniture, take a step back to evaluate your space. Understanding the layout, dimensions, and natural lighting of your home will ensure you make smart decisions when selecting furniture. Singapore apartments, especially HDB flats and condos, tend to have limited space, so maximizing functionality without compromising on style is key.

Opt for multi-functional furniture, such as sofa beds, extendable dining tables, and storage ottomans. These pieces will not only save space but also provide practical solutions for everyday living. Minimalist designs and modular furniture are especially popular in Singapore’s compact urban apartments.

Selecting the Right Materials

The tropical climate of Singapore, furniture singapore with its heat and humidity, plays a big role in determining the best materials for your furniture. Natural materials like wood, rattan, and bamboo are great choices because they are not only durable but also add warmth to the space. Hardwood furniture, such as teak and mahogany, is particularly suitable for Singapore’s climate, as these materials resist moisture and can withstand the test of time.

If you prefer upholstered furniture, opt for fabrics like linen and cotton, which are breathable and comfortable in Singapore’s humid weather. Leather furniture is another durable option, but ensure that it is of high quality and treated to prevent cracking in the heat.

Balancing Aesthetics with Functionality

Singapore’s furniture market offers a wide variety of styles, sofa Singapore from sleek Scandinavian designs to contemporary minimalist pieces, to more traditional Asian-inspired aesthetics. It’s essential to strike a balance between what looks good and what is practical for your home.

For instance, while a large, plush sofa may look inviting, it may not be the best choice for a smaller living room. Instead, opt for streamlined, space-saving designs that can still provide comfort. The same goes for dining sets—round tables are great for small spaces, and choosing foldable chairs or stackable seating can add versatility.

Additionally, custom-made furniture is a growing trend in Singapore, allowing homeowners to tailor pieces according to their specific space and design preferences. Local artisans and bespoke furniture stores can help you create unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that blend seamlessly with your home’s décor.

Shopping for Furniture in Singapore

Singapore is home to a plethora of furniture stores,  catering to all styles and budgets. From high-end showrooms like Castlery and Danish Design Co., to budget-friendly options like IKEA and FortyTwo, you’ll have no trouble finding pieces that fit your style and wallet. Many stores offer online shopping and delivery services, making the entire process convenient.

For those seeking sustainable or eco-friendly furniture, Singapore also offers green furniture retailers like Journey East, which specializes in reclaimed wood furniture, and Ethnicraft Online, known for its sustainably sourced wooden furniture.

Durability and Maintenance

Given Singapore’s climate, maintaining your furniture properly is crucial for longevity. Wooden furniture should be treated regularly with protective coatings to prevent moisture damage. Upholstered items should be vacuumed and cleaned to avoid the buildup of dust and mold. Leather furniture requires conditioning treatments to stay soft and crack-free. It’s also advisable to position furniture away from direct sunlight to prevent fading or warping.

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Discover our nursery design and décor options, perfect for creating a serene and stylish baby room or kids room. Our nursery collection is crafted with care, ensuring each piece is both beautiful and ethically sourced.

Explore our luxurious Bohemian furniture collection, ideal for adding a touch of boho home decor to your Dubai residence. From rattan furniture including rattan mirrors, chairs, outdoor sets, and lounge chairs, to intricate rattan tables, cabinets, and headboards, our selection brings natural beauty and elegance to your space.

Our rattan baby furniture, including rattan baby bassinets, adds a unique charm to your nursery, while our rattan pendant lights and room dividers enhance any room with their distinctive style.

For those seeking luxury and comfort, our rattan beds, sofas, and rocking chairs offer unparalleled relaxation and aesthetics. Our range also includes versatile pieces like rattan TV units, benches, and kids furniture, designed to suit various needs and preferences.

At Natura Dubai, we believe in the importance of conscious living, and our commitment to ethically sourced furniture reflects this. Enhance your home with our luxurious, sustainable, and stylish offerings, and experience the beauty of handcrafted design.

Visit us at www.naturadubai.com to explore our full range and transform your home with the finest in sustainable luxury furniture.

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Scandinavian style for your home

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Scandinavian style for your home

Swedish Decor Essentials: Embrace the Scandinavian Style in Your Home

The Swedish decor, also known as the Scandinavian style, has emerged as a worldwide trend due to its minimalist approach, functionality, and connection with nature. Originating from the Nordic countries, this style is perfect for creating cozy, bright, and elegant spaces. Below are some key ideas and details to incorporate Swedish decoration into your home.

Neutral Color Palette Swedish style is characterized by its use of neutral colors. Whites, grays, and beige dominate the spaces, providing a luminous and tranquil base. These colors not only visually expand the rooms but also offer a perfect canvas to add color details through accessories and textiles.

Natural Light and Clear Windows Lighting is a fundamental aspect of Scandinavian decor. Large windows without heavy curtains allow natural light to flood the rooms. If privacy is needed, opt for light linen curtains or roller blinds in light shades that don’t block the light.

Functional and Simple Furniture Swedish furniture is renowned for its functionality and simple design. The pieces usually feature clean lines and are made from natural materials, such as light wood. Multifunctional pieces, like sofa beds and extendable tables, are ideal for maximizing space in small homes.

Natural Materials Wood is a central element in Swedish decor, bringing warmth and a connection with nature through light wood floors, furniture, and accessories, such as birch and pine. Other natural materials like leather, linen, and wool are also used to add texture and comfort.

Minimalist Accessories Less is more in the Scandinavian style. Accessories are carefully chosen to avoid cluttering spaces. Choose simple and functional pieces, like ceramic vases, designer lamps, and mirrors with wooden frames. Plants are also a common accessory, adding a touch of freshness and life to interiors.

Cozy Textiles To counterbalance the simplicity of the furniture and the neutral color palette, textiles play a crucial role. Wool blankets, geometric-patterned cushions, and woven rugs bring warmth and comfort. Textiles typically come in neutral shades, but splashes of color in blues, greens, or mustard are not uncommon.

Hygge Style The Danish concept of "hygge" (pronounced "hoo-ga") is very popular in Swedish decor, focusing on creating a cozy and comfortable atmosphere. Achieve this by using candles, soft blankets, and plush cushions. A reading nook with a standing lamp and a comfy chair can become the perfect space for relaxation.

Smart Storage Functionality is key in Scandinavian decor. Integrated storage spaces and furniture with hidden compartments help maintain order and cleanliness. Open shelving and beautiful storage boxes can be both practical and decorative.

Art and Culture Elements Though Swedish decor is minimalist, there’s also room for art and culture. Paintings with simple frames, black-and-white photographs, and discreet sculptures can add personality without disrupting the space’s harmony.

Connection with Nature Lastly, Swedish decor always seeks a connection with nature. Apart from using natural materials, incorporating fresh plants and flowers, and employing colors that evoke Nordic landscapes help create a serene and rejuvenating atmosphere.

Conclusion Swedish decor is perfect for those looking to create a cozy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing home. With its focus on simplicity, functionality, and connection with nature, this style can transform any space into a sanctuary of tranquility and well-being. Implementing these ideas in your home will allow you to enjoy the charm and serenity of Scandinavian design.

Referrer: Decoración 2.0, decoration news in Spanish