Bright House in Sweden with Hospitality Interior

Modern homes and apartments are shrinking, and the old-fashioned habit of visiting each other's homes is increasingly being replaced by meetings at neutral venues—cafes or bars. This two-story house of 158 square meters in Stockholm, listed for sale by the Swedish real estate agency Bjurfors, is just right for those who appreciate traditional gatherings with loved ones.

The layout features two floors and five rooms, including three bedrooms. The remaining space is occupied by two bathrooms with a sauna in one of them, a wardrobe, a garage on the first floor, and two spacious common areas.

On the first floor, there is a living room with minimal furniture and decor, accessible from a spacious foyer and corridor that divide the space into two parts.

Since there are no windows in the small room, it can be used as an additional wardrobe or changing area. If more guests come than planned, extra space for shoes and outerwear will be very useful.

A small wooden staircase leads to the second floor, where there is another common area—the living room connected to the kitchen.

The kitchen is partially tucked into a niche, well-organized despite its small size, and fits all necessary appliances. Just enough to prepare plenty of home-cooked meals and set the table for a large company.

The dining area is located next to the kitchen, and if there isn’t enough space at the dining table, guests can sit in the living room on a sofa, armchair, or wide buffet.

However, there are more cozy spots to enjoy delicious food and cheerful conversations: a covered terrace attached to the house, where a large group can gather comfortably.

In summer, more cushions and throws can be added, planters with greenery, and outdoor string lights—making the home atmosphere among close friends and family far more cozy and intimate than in a café, no matter how you look at it.