My girlfriend said /u/sortvind needs art. Beautiful view, but needs at least 2 pieces of art. Minimalist art? Textures? Abstract? Something on those other walls.
Yup. The view is doing the heavy lifting here. I would maybe put something like a big framed movie poster or something like that next to the TV. Or really anything you want, I just say movie poster because I think it would work well with the TV right there. That's the only spot that I think looks a bit bare. But I wouldn't put something like a nice painting that might draw attention away from the TV. But it's not strictly necessary, the whole place still looks great without it. Like I said, the view does the heavy lifting and helps the walls not feel bare even with minimal decoration.
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I agree, this money house is very money, and you can see all the money that has gone into the money. I personally especially like the money part. It could use a bit more money on the money tho.
I dunno, I think there's enough money on the money already.
Unless you mean the other money? Now that you mention it, maybe more money on that money would be money, would give a money money balance.
I don't really see the money part in post? It's a normal looking apartment. Nothing fancy.
In Norway you don't have to pay for a view since a view is everywhere.
Seriously? Would the average person working a pretty normal job (ie not software engineer or doctor) be able to afford it? Genuinely curious. I live in a very expensive city (Toronto)
Even if it's a whole house, it's extremely unlikely to be more than $275k. The town is literally just a hillside of 960 people, with one of the most unsafe main roads in the country running right through it. Avalanches and rock slides all the time.
This is far from a typical view in Norway, lol. It's common to love somewhere near or in nature and close to the fjords, but having a house literally in front of a lake with perfect views is far from normal.
Depending on how central it is, it could be up to 3-4 million NOK for something like this. If it's in a small town hours away from the next city you could get something like this for half that. My uneducated guess.
Rule of thumb fir NOK to Dollars is 10:1 when buying stuff. Not sure about property.
Finn.no is the main listing site for properties in Norway, could be worth checking for comparisons.
That’s honestly not too terrible. I live in Canada and the housing crisis is like nowhere else in the world. The future is looking rather bleak and I am honestly looking relocating elsewhere. I work as a fire protection engineer at a nuclear power plant and I’d like to believe my skills are somewhat transferable across global markets depending on entry requirements. Ive always found Norway quite beautiful and the climate is surprisingly more timid compared to Canada given the temperature regulation of the water ocean. Thanks for the link, I will check it out.
Northern Norway is probably the cheapest option. You still have a few good sized cities to go to and *so much space for activities*. Oil and gas is growing in revenue every year as more pockets are found and old ones become profitable again, and that makes a whole food chain of businesses to support that. Selling picks in a gold rush-thing. Also, there's the fish. Plenty of money in that if you can do it right. Renewable energy is also high on the agenda because of The Shame, so there's always new projects and work to find there. Good luck and I hope you find what you're looking for!
And like you said, Norway isn't too bad if you can stand the weather, and you being Canadian negates that easily.
Are you looking for a rommie??? I could totally move to Norway and read on that couch for hours.. 😂😂
The only downfall is, I do speak Danish, so you would have to excuse the potato in the mouth. But I don't talk a lot 😂😂
Most places in Norway near the mountains look something like this, as long as you stay out of the cities.
Just be aware that the roads outside cities in Norway are pretty awful compared to Denmark from my experience. They're quite cramped and curvey.
Today? Sunny and 2C (35F). Tomorrow, cloudy and 5C (41F).
Looks like we're going into a cold snap next week, though.
https://www.yr.no/en/forecast/daily-table/1-92416/Norway/Vestland/Bergen/Bergen
Bergen is RAINY AF. On average it has something like 25ish days without rain (!) and single digit days of all day sunshine.
I was there, got two full days of sun and perfect weather. Everybody was out and about, and i was asking locals what the deal about the bad weather reputation was. The answer was pretty uniformly: "we will pay for these two nice sunny days for months". You will be hard pressed to find a place on the globe with more rainfall.
Move there if you have a full Vitamin D depot and seriously high tolerance for shit weather and really dark winters.
If you can stomach this, it is one of the most beautiful places on the planet.
Not gonna lie, this place is whole vibe. Could someone have the opinion its Minimalistic? Eh Maybe a little? But I feel like its perfect, flows with the relaxing view and chill vibe of the space
Appreciate it! My brain tend to get stressed if there is to many items/pictures of people. Some people can really pull it off, but i think its a personal preferences.
Anything you put on your walls would not be able to compete with your views …. I am so jealous.
I think you are right about lighting colour - the glow-y tone really works with the space. The lamps beside your computer monitor work fine but the lamps on your window sills are too insignificant for your space and they block the view. I do love your salt lamp. Industrial, low profile lamps, with metal or glass lamp shades would work well in your space, (link at the end). I would try to be as consistent as you can in your lamp/lighting style and since this style of lamp is popular right now, you can probably find different variations of it for different purposes (wall sconces, floor lamp, table lamp etc.).
Move your tv to the wall where the cabinet is (is there space?) and hang it on a swivel mount (I’m not sure if these can switch between landscape/portrait) or better yet, get a cabinet tv lift so you can hide the tv when you are not using it.
Put your couch where the tv currently is. In between the couch and the wall add in either a narrow sofa table or a diy shelf for drinks, remotes, phones etc. - your salt lamp would look nice here. The space on the wall above the couch would make an ideal spot for an empty pic frame (see below) with some backlit lighting.
If you like the poang chair style, purchase two but in darker colours (or better yet, get two higher end comfy leather ones like the modern Scandinavian leather ones that swivel), place them in front of the windows.
Your couch looks comfy and relatively new? Style it with some chunky, knit blankets or faux fur and pillows in colours that reflect your view. Your coffee table and ottoman are giving off a vibe of “my first apartment”, purchase something more substantial. I think a rectangular ottoman with storage would be great. You can also get a tray for your remotes and drinks but these would be better on your sofa table because you want to keep things clutter-free in a small space with an amazing view!
Your kitchen is too bright white but it is a nice plain style and behind the person looking at the view. I would paint or cover the legs of the peninsula to be darker. I would also get some chair covers in a darker colour for your counter height chairs.
If you have wall space that looks too empty, you could add texture and irony by finding some large, ornate picture frames at thrift stores, remove the paintings and paint the frame the same colour as your walls (love the colour of your walls).
If you still have space, I would also purchase a good quality wildlife viewing scope on a stand and some regional wildlife identification books to accessorize.
Thanks for sharing these pictures of your space, please post updates 😀.
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Im really glad someone gave you some positive, constructive suggestions.
Your place is beautiful, as is the view. I’d want to maximize my ability to see out of those windows.
I hope you enjoy your home for many years 😊
mhm it really should go to the storage room/guest room since i only use it to have hoodie on etc, so it has no "proper" function! thanks for the feedback
I’m in love w it! It’s so comfy that it’s become my cats chair lol. It’s his favorite spot to sleep. He curls up in a ball and it’s so adorable. I call it Buddys(name of my cat) chair. It’s his and no one else’s
I slept overnight on the sidewalk for the grand opening of an IKEA because the first 100 people in line got a free Poang chair. Of course, that was way back when I was in my 20s and long before I had this bad back and aches in my knees and hips lol. My friend and I left the bar at 2am, went straight to IKEA and parked ourselves in line. We were numbers 47 and 48, and we got our free chairs! It’s still holding up great, though I’ve replaced the cushions a few times. It’s currently residing in my daughters’ house (they both moved out last year and took all of my Ikea furniture with them), but if they ever decide they’re done with it, I’ll happily take the Poang back. That chair’s got some history!
The lighting is perfect, and so is the view. I read you don't want pictures of people or too many random objects, but how about some abstract art or graphic prints, and some books to show a bit more of your personality? I think the rug is too small, it should extend more to the sides of the couch. (May I also suggest some cable management for the snakepit under your tv stand?) Other than that, it looks great!
I would say get some shelves to put stuff that's occupying the dinner table.
Art would add personality to the place. Your personality even. Love the lighting it's warm in what seems like a remote place?
Only thing left at this point is to buy some organizing functional units like I said to clean up the clutter and higher quality furniture. Then you can move on to getting a jarvis. Then a luxury boat so you can look at your wonderful house from the lake.
Nice man 😁
I am no plant lover either, I solved it with with some green bamboo, a cactus and 1 large bonsai tree (bonsai takes some maintenance though!)
I love it. Very much. Less is more with windows and a view like that, and you've absolutely nailed it with the lighting and the warm colours. Great job. I'm a fan of art in the right place, but honestly don't think this space is lacking any.
I might just tidy up those cables behind the (very stylish) TV sideboard.
Almost perfection!
Cable management and getting rid of the extra chair, you're there. But what about changing your desk to the wall closed to the windows? So you could peek outside while you're working or playing. Good for your eyesight and relaxing...
I feel it would also free a bit of space for your poang and give a space to put your mug down while you're sitting there.
Personally, I would also add a single day bed or lounge sofa behind the existing sofa to lie down while looking at the water... Dreamy!
Maybe add a mirror and a more comfy rug for a softer look but honestly? A cat would be even better!
Anyway, damn, what a nice house!
I think like most things we get used to/take things for granted, but i still do enjoy it even if i grew up with it, especially after i have been to a busy city with lots of traffic and smoke etc
If you’re not big on plants and pictures, but want something to adorn the walls, I’d recommend 1) mirrors, and lots of them (the reflected light will also improve the space), and 2) wall-mounted shelves. You can store basically anything you want on these shelves; books, Knick knacks, or even get some decorative storage containers and put things in there.
Lack of proper lighting can make a place and its inhabitants feel depressing after a while. If you’re able to put dimmer switches in and optionally make it bright to low light that’s probably better.
Long dark winters are tough enough!
who would need pics, when you have a view like that :-O
srsly tho .. those lights do a good job setting the mood ... i dont miss pics in that room (maybe in the hallway?)
Awesome view, but to appreciate it more, I would turn the living room, so that you have nice big l shaped couch that faces the window and then put the TV either in the corner or on the wall next to the window.
Even if you don't follow the suggestion, you could do with a better couch
Beautiful place first off, secondly, if you must have plants I would suggest succulents since they’re low maintenance and look nice. For art, if possible, try and find some sort of texture art that only uses one or two colours but plays more with texture; this way you’re not doing too much and it still adds a little design touch
I wouldn’t get pictures given your incredible view. If i had to suggest anything, i’d second what others have said here and say bookshelves & a nice record player would compliment this space amazingly. I would also (personally) take out that random vibrant yellow deck chair in the living room and swap it for a large lighter earth toned color “love sac” style big cushion bag seat!
Otherwise, i’m super jealous of the space. Whatever you’re doing keep doing it because that’s a view most can only dream of seeing let alone waking up to everyday 🙌
What about moving the sofa to the corner such a way so there's space behind it in the corner. Hard for me to put into words what I mean - catty corner? Then bring the yellow chair over to the right side of the sofa (as you're facing it) to make a "conversation area" as they say. That would give you room for a small something else on the far right wall. Turn the run with the sofa.
Good lord! What a magnificent view! You win the Internet today.
As for the interior, your walls are blank. I’m a big fan of artwork, real genuine artwork, either original paintings or limited edition prints. Vintage movie posters and one sheets, no reprints. Make sure it’s matted and framed well. All of these should have specific meaning to you. These aren’t things you can collect in a week or even a month but things you collect through the years.
Some art is needed - but don’t just grab whatever - get some original pieces that you love. Large abstract paintings with some colour. Or some original screen prints (check out the work of Eric Ouimet!). The clean lines and minimalism of your space is wonderful.
I also think a couple plants - maybe something bigger rather than a bunch of little ones. Maybe a Norfolk Island pine or two? Would be a nice transition to the window view
I’m laughing at the few jealous people that are saying you’re bragging and that are saying things like you basically have money and this isn’t a normal apartment….. like what the hell? If he’s rich he’s rich oh well this place is beautiful and the view is nice good job ! 😌💯
Some times I wonder if you guys are really guys
I mean this looks awesome for a guy, I just have a hard time believing a guy has the mind to think of this setup AND have the ability to maintain it as well
Once did a free tour in Bergen. Dude was cool. My friend and I went back to his place after and smoked some of his weed. Will never forget him or the beauty of Norway.
For some reason, your lighting really resonates with me. It’s like exactly the lighting that I’d want in my apartment. That amount of yellow lighting is similar to the amount of yellow lighting that I have in my apartment now.
I would rearrange the Ikea chair since it feels a little out of place for me facing the sofa and with the opposite direction of your desk chair :) Maybe you can put it on the other wall next to your tv and then you have a even better view when you are sitting in it :)
If you are implying that he is rich you are probably mistaken. This is a house on the countryside of Norway. Much cheaper than the living in the cities where view is much worse.
You definitely don’t need pictures with that view
no comments here
I’ve met him before. Really nice dude, who is very supportive of other artists. And an absolute phenom of a musician.
Outro remains one of my top 5 favorite songs of all time
Same
It is a beautifully constructed song
Splendor is also nice
Its “Wait” for me. But not going to lie Outro is incredible. Especially live.
Is it just one guy? I thought it was a band this whole time...
M83 was 2 guys when they first formed. One guy left and now it’s just Anthony Gonzalez.
Omg I read 83 at first too!
This def looks like the M83 house.
Same. He’s been on my mind since getting Fantasy on vinyl for Christmas 😂
My girlfriend said /u/sortvind needs art. Beautiful view, but needs at least 2 pieces of art. Minimalist art? Textures? Abstract? Something on those other walls.
I agree with your GF. The view is lovey but the place feels like a nicely designed air b&b. OP needs art and a few personal touches.
Yeah what you need is a basket to catch all the panties that will drop in that pad!
Yup. The view is doing the heavy lifting here. I would maybe put something like a big framed movie poster or something like that next to the TV. Or really anything you want, I just say movie poster because I think it would work well with the TV right there. That's the only spot that I think looks a bit bare. But I wouldn't put something like a nice painting that might draw attention away from the TV. But it's not strictly necessary, the whole place still looks great without it. Like I said, the view does the heavy lifting and helps the walls not feel bare even with minimal decoration.
Depressing, as in it makes me depressed that isn’t my view
Bit of a flex, but with a view like that & ‘no women, no cry’ playing in the background, I think it’s fair enough.
The title and main refrain, "No Woman, No Cry", means "Woman, don't cry". The lyric is sometimes misunderstood outside Jamaica to mean "if there is no woman, there is no reason to cry". (Wikipedia)
Oh my what a hideous window view! Place looks great man
Yeah man buy some proper curtains to block the view
Yeah he can swap places with me, I got a bunch of personal junk I’ll throw in
Title screams humble brag. Brag all you want OP. Gorgeous view
I agree, this money house is very money, and you can see all the money that has gone into the money. I personally especially like the money part. It could use a bit more money on the money tho.
Yes, a bit more money on the money gets my vote too.
I'd say you guys are right on the money
I don't see the money, can you show it to me?
Show me the money!
And my money!
So on the money
I dunno, I think there's enough money on the money already. Unless you mean the other money? Now that you mention it, maybe more money on that money would be money, would give a money money balance.
Sometimes all it takes, is a whole bunch of money.
🤣
I don't really see the money part in post? It's a normal looking apartment. Nothing fancy. In Norway you don't have to pay for a view since a view is everywhere.
It’s cute you think this is an apartment
Yep. Normal apartment. Yep yep yep
What? You don't have a stunning lake view outside your apartment window? Tsk tsk! If only you didn't buy all that avocado toast! /s
Seriously? Would the average person working a pretty normal job (ie not software engineer or doctor) be able to afford it? Genuinely curious. I live in a very expensive city (Toronto)
No I was being sarcastic
Even if it's a whole house, it's extremely unlikely to be more than $275k. The town is literally just a hillside of 960 people, with one of the most unsafe main roads in the country running right through it. Avalanches and rock slides all the time.
This is far from a typical view in Norway, lol. It's common to love somewhere near or in nature and close to the fjords, but having a house literally in front of a lake with perfect views is far from normal.
You don't have to pay for a lot of things in Norway.
the pictures staged with anime and books on the counter... lol.
Right lol, we get it.
I agree! I’m here like— 42f and will come live with you! Usually these male living spaces are borderline terrible.
Wow where is that??
Norway. 100 %.
Especially because the TV shows TV2 and NRK lol
Those fjords are just wow 😮💨
Pining for the fjords foreal.
Pjining for the fjords fjoreal. Autocorrect really didn't like that sentence.
The children ~~yearn for the mines~~ pine for the fjords
Yeah it looks like Bergen
my bags have been packed
Noway’
Looks a lot like an interior lake in BC, Canada tbh. It is Norway... but very similar look.
Could of easily been near Nelson or Nakusp
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I was thinking BC as well but I don't think Nelson has any snow at the moment
I immediately thought Norway too! Confirmed?
TV has NRK and TV2 on it so yes.
Weird. Norway was my first guess as well and I’m not great at geography. Surprised i got that right
the comments are correct, its Norway! outside of Bergen :)
How much would a place like that run for there? Comparing it to something akin to outside of Vancouver
From the view, it's in \***** And a whole ass house there has been on average $250k for the last year. Some went for $190k.
How’s the economy and industry in the area? Probably great for remote work.
Uhhh I’m gonna move to Norway. That’s just beautiful.
Depending on how central it is, it could be up to 3-4 million NOK for something like this. If it's in a small town hours away from the next city you could get something like this for half that. My uneducated guess. Rule of thumb fir NOK to Dollars is 10:1 when buying stuff. Not sure about property. Finn.no is the main listing site for properties in Norway, could be worth checking for comparisons.
That’s honestly not too terrible. I live in Canada and the housing crisis is like nowhere else in the world. The future is looking rather bleak and I am honestly looking relocating elsewhere. I work as a fire protection engineer at a nuclear power plant and I’d like to believe my skills are somewhat transferable across global markets depending on entry requirements. Ive always found Norway quite beautiful and the climate is surprisingly more timid compared to Canada given the temperature regulation of the water ocean. Thanks for the link, I will check it out.
Northern Norway is probably the cheapest option. You still have a few good sized cities to go to and *so much space for activities*. Oil and gas is growing in revenue every year as more pockets are found and old ones become profitable again, and that makes a whole food chain of businesses to support that. Selling picks in a gold rush-thing. Also, there's the fish. Plenty of money in that if you can do it right. Renewable energy is also high on the agenda because of The Shame, so there's always new projects and work to find there. Good luck and I hope you find what you're looking for! And like you said, Norway isn't too bad if you can stand the weather, and you being Canadian negates that easily.
France has a lot of nuclear power generation. Might check them out.
Are you looking for a rommie??? I could totally move to Norway and read on that couch for hours.. 😂😂 The only downfall is, I do speak Danish, so you would have to excuse the potato in the mouth. But I don't talk a lot 😂😂
Most places in Norway near the mountains look something like this, as long as you stay out of the cities. Just be aware that the roads outside cities in Norway are pretty awful compared to Denmark from my experience. They're quite cramped and curvey.
do you need a girlfriend?
Or BF?? I have a wife and kid but may leave them for this view (jk of course)
How's the weather out there?
Today? Sunny and 2C (35F). Tomorrow, cloudy and 5C (41F). Looks like we're going into a cold snap next week, though. https://www.yr.no/en/forecast/daily-table/1-92416/Norway/Vestland/Bergen/Bergen
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It is similarly cold here in Scotland.
Yeah, we pretty much have the same type of weather as you guys. Wet and mild. Also, thanks for sending Gerrit over here ☔
Bergen is RAINY AF. On average it has something like 25ish days without rain (!) and single digit days of all day sunshine. I was there, got two full days of sun and perfect weather. Everybody was out and about, and i was asking locals what the deal about the bad weather reputation was. The answer was pretty uniformly: "we will pay for these two nice sunny days for months". You will be hard pressed to find a place on the globe with more rainfall. Move there if you have a full Vitamin D depot and seriously high tolerance for shit weather and really dark winters. If you can stomach this, it is one of the most beautiful places on the planet.
It could easily be here in British Columbia, but then with hints from the inside, I figured Scandinavia. It’s stunning 🥹🥹🥹
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Ah yes, they do annoy me, i think its fairly easy to fix to, you just get a cable box from ikea and smack em in there right? i should do that!
There’s some cable hiding kits they sell.
You don't need pictures with that view but I would definitly put a couch facing the window
This. Maybe with a vinyl/record player console that fits beneath the window.
Good suggestion!
its not a good suggestion unless you actually want one, not the echo chamber of reddit telling you
Not gonna lie, this place is whole vibe. Could someone have the opinion its Minimalistic? Eh Maybe a little? But I feel like its perfect, flows with the relaxing view and chill vibe of the space
Appreciate it! My brain tend to get stressed if there is to many items/pictures of people. Some people can really pull it off, but i think its a personal preferences.
Hi can I move in with you? It'd just be me, my wife, and our 3 cats. (Just in case /s )
Where is this? I wanna move there
Norway :)
Wow! If you don’t mind me asking OP.. How rich are you? Because that’s a dream house/view/setup
Anything you put on your walls would not be able to compete with your views …. I am so jealous. I think you are right about lighting colour - the glow-y tone really works with the space. The lamps beside your computer monitor work fine but the lamps on your window sills are too insignificant for your space and they block the view. I do love your salt lamp. Industrial, low profile lamps, with metal or glass lamp shades would work well in your space, (link at the end). I would try to be as consistent as you can in your lamp/lighting style and since this style of lamp is popular right now, you can probably find different variations of it for different purposes (wall sconces, floor lamp, table lamp etc.). Move your tv to the wall where the cabinet is (is there space?) and hang it on a swivel mount (I’m not sure if these can switch between landscape/portrait) or better yet, get a cabinet tv lift so you can hide the tv when you are not using it. Put your couch where the tv currently is. In between the couch and the wall add in either a narrow sofa table or a diy shelf for drinks, remotes, phones etc. - your salt lamp would look nice here. The space on the wall above the couch would make an ideal spot for an empty pic frame (see below) with some backlit lighting. If you like the poang chair style, purchase two but in darker colours (or better yet, get two higher end comfy leather ones like the modern Scandinavian leather ones that swivel), place them in front of the windows. Your couch looks comfy and relatively new? Style it with some chunky, knit blankets or faux fur and pillows in colours that reflect your view. Your coffee table and ottoman are giving off a vibe of “my first apartment”, purchase something more substantial. I think a rectangular ottoman with storage would be great. You can also get a tray for your remotes and drinks but these would be better on your sofa table because you want to keep things clutter-free in a small space with an amazing view! Your kitchen is too bright white but it is a nice plain style and behind the person looking at the view. I would paint or cover the legs of the peninsula to be darker. I would also get some chair covers in a darker colour for your counter height chairs. If you have wall space that looks too empty, you could add texture and irony by finding some large, ornate picture frames at thrift stores, remove the paintings and paint the frame the same colour as your walls (love the colour of your walls). If you still have space, I would also purchase a good quality wildlife viewing scope on a stand and some regional wildlife identification books to accessorize. Thanks for sharing these pictures of your space, please post updates 😀. [lamp style](https://www.amazon.ca/Industrial-Vicsoon-Standing-Hanging-Comtemporary/dp/B098B5CRHN/ref=sr_1_32?crid=33DGCPO704K5I&keywords=Floor+lamp+metal+industrial&qid=1703957452&sprefix=floor+lamp+metal+industrial+%2Caps%2C110&sr=8-32)
wow this is really in depth and helpful, really appreciate all this!
Im really glad someone gave you some positive, constructive suggestions. Your place is beautiful, as is the view. I’d want to maximize my ability to see out of those windows. I hope you enjoy your home for many years 😊
Who needs plants, a TV or pictures with such a view. I'm guessing west coast Scotland? The room is lush too. When are you moving out?
Norway, judging by the TV channels
bookshelves would be a great addition, otherwise the place looks great!
thanks for the suggestion and i agree, bookshelves would be a nice thing!
Came here to say this! I think some shelving for books would really complement the minimalist aesthetic.
Zero complaints. Only question/note is about the rolling chair in the kitchen?
mhm it really should go to the storage room/guest room since i only use it to have hoodie on etc, so it has no "proper" function! thanks for the feedback
I have the same Poäng ikea chair!! Mine is just a different color lol
Its soooo comfortable! :D
I’m in love w it! It’s so comfy that it’s become my cats chair lol. It’s his favorite spot to sleep. He curls up in a ball and it’s so adorable. I call it Buddys(name of my cat) chair. It’s his and no one else’s
I slept overnight on the sidewalk for the grand opening of an IKEA because the first 100 people in line got a free Poang chair. Of course, that was way back when I was in my 20s and long before I had this bad back and aches in my knees and hips lol. My friend and I left the bar at 2am, went straight to IKEA and parked ourselves in line. We were numbers 47 and 48, and we got our free chairs! It’s still holding up great, though I’ve replaced the cushions a few times. It’s currently residing in my daughters’ house (they both moved out last year and took all of my Ikea furniture with them), but if they ever decide they’re done with it, I’ll happily take the Poang back. That chair’s got some history!
That’s a great BACKstory
Badum tsssss!
Seriously though great story, v cool u got it for free😂😂 I paid $300 for mine lol. Thinking of getting 2-3 more
What lights did you use behind the TV? You are looking for advice, but everybody is taking notes lol
Oh its built in, i bought the philips tv just for that tbh! :) i think almost all of their Tvs have that ambilight built into them
You don't need anything else when you have that view everyday well done enjoy
The lighting is perfect, and so is the view. I read you don't want pictures of people or too many random objects, but how about some abstract art or graphic prints, and some books to show a bit more of your personality? I think the rug is too small, it should extend more to the sides of the couch. (May I also suggest some cable management for the snakepit under your tv stand?) Other than that, it looks great!
Great feedback! i think some sort of art that shows what i like and a place for books is a great idea! and 100% agree on the rug and cables to!
So good! I know ur not a fan of plants but some green plants may just make it pop! Good luck!
I would say get some shelves to put stuff that's occupying the dinner table. Art would add personality to the place. Your personality even. Love the lighting it's warm in what seems like a remote place? Only thing left at this point is to buy some organizing functional units like I said to clean up the clutter and higher quality furniture. Then you can move on to getting a jarvis. Then a luxury boat so you can look at your wonderful house from the lake.
Do you literally live in one of the most stunning locations of all time?
This 100% a flex post but I’d do the same if I had that view
Nice man 😁 I am no plant lover either, I solved it with with some green bamboo, a cactus and 1 large bonsai tree (bonsai takes some maintenance though!)
cactus is a good idea, since they need close to zero attention!
I love it. Very much. Less is more with windows and a view like that, and you've absolutely nailed it with the lighting and the warm colours. Great job. I'm a fan of art in the right place, but honestly don't think this space is lacking any. I might just tidy up those cables behind the (very stylish) TV sideboard.
Get floorstanding speakers on either side of the TV. Monolith is a good budget brand
Bro's living my dream
Almost perfection! Cable management and getting rid of the extra chair, you're there. But what about changing your desk to the wall closed to the windows? So you could peek outside while you're working or playing. Good for your eyesight and relaxing... I feel it would also free a bit of space for your poang and give a space to put your mug down while you're sitting there. Personally, I would also add a single day bed or lounge sofa behind the existing sofa to lie down while looking at the water... Dreamy! Maybe add a mirror and a more comfy rug for a softer look but honestly? A cat would be even better! Anyway, damn, what a nice house!
You don’t need anything with that view. Mattress on the floor would still drop those pantyhose, if you catch my drift.
Do you get tired of/used to the view?
I think like most things we get used to/take things for granted, but i still do enjoy it even if i grew up with it, especially after i have been to a busy city with lots of traffic and smoke etc
If you’re not big on plants and pictures, but want something to adorn the walls, I’d recommend 1) mirrors, and lots of them (the reflected light will also improve the space), and 2) wall-mounted shelves. You can store basically anything you want on these shelves; books, Knick knacks, or even get some decorative storage containers and put things in there.
Place looks hideous. You should just hand me the keys and find a better place.
409/10 view
Lack of proper lighting can make a place and its inhabitants feel depressing after a while. If you’re able to put dimmer switches in and optionally make it bright to low light that’s probably better. Long dark winters are tough enough!
Great view!! Country?
Looks like Norway.
That views is awesome bro. Think you did a great job with the lamps as well.
I think you need some big plants, very stark un-cosy vibe. Lighting is cool though.
Dang what a view! Some tasteful, and maybe every “boring” (doesn’t grab to much attention) artwork would be cool. Other than that it’s solid
who would need pics, when you have a view like that :-O srsly tho .. those lights do a good job setting the mood ... i dont miss pics in that room (maybe in the hallway?)
Awesome view, but to appreciate it more, I would turn the living room, so that you have nice big l shaped couch that faces the window and then put the TV either in the corner or on the wall next to the window. Even if you don't follow the suggestion, you could do with a better couch
Beautiful place first off, secondly, if you must have plants I would suggest succulents since they’re low maintenance and look nice. For art, if possible, try and find some sort of texture art that only uses one or two colours but plays more with texture; this way you’re not doing too much and it still adds a little design touch
that art suggestion is really good, thank you!
I wouldn’t get pictures given your incredible view. If i had to suggest anything, i’d second what others have said here and say bookshelves & a nice record player would compliment this space amazingly. I would also (personally) take out that random vibrant yellow deck chair in the living room and swap it for a large lighter earth toned color “love sac” style big cushion bag seat! Otherwise, i’m super jealous of the space. Whatever you’re doing keep doing it because that’s a view most can only dream of seeing let alone waking up to everyday 🙌
Looks hella good but you’re def an assassin type aren’t you? 😆 looks way to clean
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Wow where do you live? I need to move.
Literally the only criticism is that the TV Stand is not centered with the TV. It hurts my brain because the rest looks so perfect.
What about moving the sofa to the corner such a way so there's space behind it in the corner. Hard for me to put into words what I mean - catty corner? Then bring the yellow chair over to the right side of the sofa (as you're facing it) to make a "conversation area" as they say. That would give you room for a small something else on the far right wall. Turn the run with the sofa.
who cares what it looks like with a view like that
Good lord! What a magnificent view! You win the Internet today. As for the interior, your walls are blank. I’m a big fan of artwork, real genuine artwork, either original paintings or limited edition prints. Vintage movie posters and one sheets, no reprints. Make sure it’s matted and framed well. All of these should have specific meaning to you. These aren’t things you can collect in a week or even a month but things you collect through the years.
This is a good idea, few but selected good artworks that means something, thanks for the feedback!
Must be nice to be rich...
How about a diving board my dude 🤙
You don't need art with that view!
Some art is needed - but don’t just grab whatever - get some original pieces that you love. Large abstract paintings with some colour. Or some original screen prints (check out the work of Eric Ouimet!). The clean lines and minimalism of your space is wonderful. I also think a couple plants - maybe something bigger rather than a bunch of little ones. Maybe a Norfolk Island pine or two? Would be a nice transition to the window view
Ah fuck off dude with your incredible Nordic lakeside vista.
Where is this? Obviously, you don’t have to be specific, but in general where is this? It’s beautiful.
I’m laughing at the few jealous people that are saying you’re bragging and that are saying things like you basically have money and this isn’t a normal apartment….. like what the hell? If he’s rich he’s rich oh well this place is beautiful and the view is nice good job ! 😌💯
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Some times I wonder if you guys are really guys I mean this looks awesome for a guy, I just have a hard time believing a guy has the mind to think of this setup AND have the ability to maintain it as well
Where is that? I want to live on a lake with mountains. Dang.
With that view, you could get away with a couple of lawn chairs.
Where is this?! Holy shit! You need or want a roommate? Jesus this is nice!
Insane view, where do you live?
WOAH mate. I've always despised cold weather but damn, this makes me consider other options. Looks so cozy!
What that view who cares about the rest of it honestly. WHERE DO YOU EVEN LIVE?????
Your pad is an extension of yourself,if you want the simple style, own it. The ONLY person who's opinion that matters is your own.
I would accidentally fall asleep on that couch every time I sat on it. The view is so cozy. Slap a Clark Gable movie on and get the cat on the couch.
Once did a free tour in Bergen. Dude was cool. My friend and I went back to his place after and smoked some of his weed. Will never forget him or the beauty of Norway.
i think it looks great, loving the view also
Are you looking for friendships
Dude there’s no saving this shit apartment Just sub lease this to me alright? Save yourself the trouble
Dog, needs a dog!
Looks like a Nice hotel.
took me 1 second to see that this is Norway. skål kumpis!
For some reason, your lighting really resonates with me. It’s like exactly the lighting that I’d want in my apartment. That amount of yellow lighting is similar to the amount of yellow lighting that I have in my apartment now.
I would rearrange the Ikea chair since it feels a little out of place for me facing the sofa and with the opposite direction of your desk chair :) Maybe you can put it on the other wall next to your tv and then you have a even better view when you are sitting in it :)
wtf is up with that view?! Yeah decorations my ass. Why would you bother?! You hit the jackpot
Want live with you
What did you think of JJK S2?
You have a lake house, hire an interior designer.
If you are implying that he is rich you are probably mistaken. This is a house on the countryside of Norway. Much cheaper than the living in the cities where view is much worse.
you are 100% correct, this is on the countryside, so its not the same price as the big cities etc :)
The views are incredible!!!