The Vogue-approved interiors shops to visit in Stockholm

Stockholm is a city brimming with great design. It’s everywhere you look. From the modern contemporary minimalism of the Artipelag museum, nestled in Stockholm’s archipelago, to the eye-watering interiors of hotel-come-hangout converted townhouse Ett Hem. You really don’t have to voyage very far to stumble across evidence of the Scandinavian greats. And that filters down to the small details too – the home flourishes and additions that can make or break an interior. So if you’re on the hunt for some new wares to spruce up your space, then Stockholm is the city to search in.

This diminutive store situated on the wide, vibrant street of Stockholm’s Sodermalm is a mecca for all things kitchen and kitsch. Founded in 2016, the interior design brand Tambur has both an online shop, and has luckily for us branched out into retail. Offering both functional and beautiful bits for the kitchen and pantry – you’ll find everything from pastel-hued butter knives to checkerboard-patterned plates and plaited candlesticks.

The shop, set up like the dining room of your dreams, complete with an inviting, well-laid table, is the ideal space to while away the hours with reams of wish list-worthy pieces to take your fancy. Amongst the roster of covetable brands, include ceramics from Nicola Fasano and Jore Copenhagen and table lamps from Floss and &tradition. Save this on your GoogleMaps now.

Folkungagatan 85, Stockholm

It’s an eclectic, treasure trove of hard-to-find pieces and up-and-coming Scandinavian designers at Arranging Things. Originally founded as a studio by duo Lisa Milberg and Leo Forssell, who work with set design and interior decoration, the pair now throw open their doors every Thursday and Saturday to the passing public to have a nosy and a browse.

And it’s well worth a trip; discover rising design stars such as Sofia Eriksson with her reflective splurge 'bodybuilding’ mirror or tiny anthropomorphic ceramic vases from Fanny Ollas. With a founding philosophy of: “our inventory is 100% based on what makes us happy,” it’s hard to leave the store without a smile on your face.

Hornsgatan 79, Stockholm

The unique pull of Designtorget is that its offering is carefully hand-selected by a monthly jury – designers submit their work and then only the best crop are chosen to be displayed in store. With over 240 different designers, including minimalist-style ceramics from Camilla Engdahl or chic pendant lamps from Alexander Lervik to choose from, you will always get something that little bit extra special here.

Sergelgången 29, Stockholm

Crammed to the rafters with gem-coloured candles and vases shaped as lion heads, this Hornsgatan spot is an interior mecca for the true maximalist. There’s something captivating every corner you look – whether it’s the pastel champagne coupes or a lemon-dotted water jug.

Selling everything from unique furniture pieces, including drinks trolleys and coffee tables, to one-off vintage jewellery finds, and even a whole roster of art posters to browse through, you will be hard pressed to leave empty handed. Plus, with generous opening hours (they are open every single day) you can probably find a good moment to pay Brandstationen a visit. So you might come for the copious candle collection, but stay for their impressive neon sign wall – which is really quite something.

Fire station Store & studio, Hornsgatan 64

Sustainable interiors don't get much better than Cirkuläret’s offering. Secondhand lovers flock to this Odenplan joint for all their pre-loved homeware goodies, including much-loved Scandinavian brands like HAY, Orrefors and ByOn. And the best thing? They also take donations. So you might walk through the door with your old pieces in tow, but you may well find a happy replacement. Trust us.

Tegnérlunden 14, Upplandsgatan 16, 113 59