A 1930s cottage gets two seamless additions

Located off the coast of Sweden in the Baltic Sea, this cottage shares an island with less than a dozen other houses. By keeping the two additions proportionate to the original building, it looks as if the 1930s cottage was always this size and shape. The white vertical panelling, which covers the entire house, also helps the additions blend in continuously.

Inside, a spacious living room fills the original portion of the cottage. The kitchen and a small dining area, as seen in this photo, are located in one of the additions, and two bedrooms are nestled in the other wing. The white wall paneling mimics the house’s exterior, while a natural wood ceiling gives the entire space a rustic feel. Although wicker furniture isn’t known for its comfort, these big plush cushions look very inviting.

For decades, the cottage was completely off the grid. In recent years, however, the homeowners have added solar panels to power the lighting and refrigerator. Water still needs to be brought in from the mainland.

This small sitting area is located in the back of the main living area, where one of the bedrooms can also be accessed. The entire house is heated from this wood-burning stove.

And here is the other bedroom, where there are plenty of fun graphic elements, like the lighthouse-covered bed linens and the printed curtains, which look like abstract fishing lures. We love the nautical colour palette of red, blue, and white.

Located just behind the original cottage is this guest house, which is outfitted with its own small deck. There are separate entrances for the bathroom and the bedroom.

And here is the property’s only bathroom. Although it’s a bit a of a trek from the main house, at least it’s nice and modern!

A large deck wraps around the three sides of the main cottage, creating numerous outdoor rooms. The space in the back has a white awning to protect from the sun on those hot summer days.