Scandinavian Houses: Let’s Take a Trip!

Since we won’t be able to take overseas trips anytime soon, I thought it might be fun to check out architecture from other areas. So let’s take a trip across the pond to see the exteriors of Scandinavian houses.

White Scandinavian House with Blue Door in Stavanger NorwayWhite Scandinavian House with Blue Door in Stavanger Norway

 

A cute little row of white cottages line a cobblestone street. Doesn’t it look like a scene out of a movie?

Norway, Stavanger. Old town.Norway, Stavanger. Old town.

 

Cheerful flowers and pretty little lamp posts line the sidewalk, creating an idyllic setting.

White Scandinavian House on Brick StreetWhite Scandinavian House on Brick Street

 

One thing I love about the exteriors of Scandinavian houses is the more generous use of color. Since my house is yellow, I of course like this one. An added bonus is the kitty on the steps.

Yellow House - Scandinavian Front PorchYellow House - Scandinavian Front Porch

 

Earlier this year my family and I talked about going to Norway in the next couple of weeks. Stavanger looks like a cool place to visit. Let me know if you’ve been to a Scandinavian country and where you went!

White wooden country house entrance door terrace cozy exterior with flowers design decoration and balcony retro style traditional buildingWhite wooden country house entrance door terrace cozy exterior with flowers design decoration and balcony retro style traditional building

 

How could you not smile walking past all these bright and cheery homes with lace curtains in the window and fish scale roof tiles?

Red wooden house in an alleyRed wooden house in an alley

 

A traditional white and red scandinavian house in the background with a springtime forest scenery on a sunny day.A traditional white and red scandinavian house in the background with a springtime forest scenery on a sunny day.

 

Spring is in the air at this country Swedish home with its quaint thatched roof.

Old cottage.  Very old cottage in Sweden, grass on the roof.Old cottage.  Very old cottage in Sweden, grass on the roof.

 

Lots of flowers in the summer – I wonder if that’s due to the longer winters and darker days?

Fragment of wooden finnish blue house with decorated entrance. Rural scene, country lifestyle.Fragment of wooden finnish blue house with decorated entrance. Rural scene, country lifestyle.

 

Wood cut trim reveals a Gothic vibe with a bright blue roof.

Woodcut on a Scandinavian houseWoodcut on a Scandinavian house

 

It’s nice to see clapboard siding. So many of the older homes in our area are being covered with vinyl siding. I get that it’s lower maintenance, but I miss the original siding.

Colorful Country Swedish HomesColorful Country Swedish Homes

 

Here’s another thatched roof on a red house with a charming cottage garden. I’d love to see inside, wouldn’t you?

Small red cottage in SwedenSmall red cottage in Sweden

Who knows if my family will ever make that trip to Norway – but it’s always fun to dream.

 

More Home Exteriors to Enjoy!

Historic Homes in Crystal Lake

Victorian Houses and Details

13 Blue Houses with Charming Curb Appeal

 

 

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