Hello Home, Frida Lehtinen
Welcome to the home of Frida Lehtinen, designer, creator, and certified moodbooster, who lives with her family south of Stockholm. Behind the townhouse’s discreet facade lies a home filled with creativity and personal items. As soon as we step inside, we start spotting details we'd love to take with us home. Frida’s style is built on an inspiring mix of upcycling, DIY projects, and a deep interest in interior design. Her creative expression is defined by sustainability and an impeccable sense of personal touches that make each room unique.
What do you think is the most important thing when creating a personal home? "That you, the one living there, feel comfortable! It can be a mix of things from different eras and personal belongings from travels or inherited items (i.e. go thrift shopping!). You can tell when someone feels at home in their own space, and I think that’s almost all that matters. Personally, I love my home and just want to surround myself with craftsmanship in various materials. Preferably soft textiles against the rawness of metals or the fragility of glass. But don’t do anything halfway — go all in on your own style and don’t think too much about others because, in the end, it’s you who spends all your time in your home."
In the living room, we’re greeted by a seating area surrounding a light wooden table, designed by Frida herself. "A sturdy table, stable enough to stand on, with a clean design that doesn’t overpower but instead enhances the room. The fact that it’s designed to minimize waste and smells beautifully of linseed oil — that’s just wonderful."
Along one wall in the living room stands a shelf filled to the brim with treasures. We eagerly sift through one item after another. A large stack of ceramics stops us all in our tracks. "I will never part with my collection of old ceramic plates from, among others, Höganäs — they’re my best thrift store finds!"
At the far end of the open floor plan is the dining area, featuring a solid pinewood table in classic brutalist design, which truly sets the tone for the interior. A large blue rug anchors the dining space, surrounded by sand-toned bouclé curtains. "The bouclé fabric gives a soft impression and lets the light shine through while providing privacy." We quickly realized that Frida isn’t afraid of color, and one of spring’s first bouquets of poppies sits proudly on the dining table, glowing alongside an oil painting on the wall behind.
What’s your approach to textiles in interior design?"Textiles are my best way to refresh an entire room or home. I’d say it’s the least energy-demanding method and also the most practical since textiles take up minimal space for transport and storage. The best thing about focusing on textiles in interior design is that it can instantly change the mood in a room. I use both different textures and patterns and am absolutely not against switching things out with the seasons."
Upstairs, the colors become more prominent, and Frida’s bedroom stands as a peaceful oasis above the stairs. "In my bedroom, the focus is 100% on relaxation. It’s sparsely furnished, but with plenty of textiles to create a calm atmosphere. I chose a bouclé curtain in a sand tone to act as a calm and cozy mood-setter, contrasted with terracotta, which feels warm and joyful. The embroidered hotel curtain was a choice for 100% aesthetics. I want the textiles to interact and feel like a comforting hug. Important in the bedroom for me is soundproofing and blackout curtains to create the best conditions for restful sleep. The finishing touch in the master bedroom is the wavy valance — I’m extremely happy with that choice. Suddenly, it feels like that’s what completes the whole room. A curtain setup without a valance — that’s like a bike without pedals!”
Upstairs, we also find a children’s room filled with a playful mix of patterns, colors, and charming details. The windows are dressed with Roman blinds instead of traditional curtain panels. "In the other rooms, we have Roman blinds in terracotta. These rooms are smaller, and to create an airy feel, this was perfect," Frida explains. A rattan bedside table becomes the favorite piece on the upper floor, and Frida reveals that there were originally two identical tables, but only one remained when she arrived at the store. We all agree that it should be illegal to split up pairs in home décor — bedside tables, wall lamps, or artwork — where the symmetry is part of the charm.
Frida’s home is a clear example of how creativity and personal choices can create a space that feels both warm and inviting. By mixing colors, materials, and memories, she has created a home that’s not only beautiful but also genuine and full of life.
