Lady Winter
Interior of a private house photoKristin and Jens Winterbought this three-story mansion thirteen years ago. By that time, they had already produced three children, on the approach was the fourth, but did not intend to stop on the reached child-loving couple. So housing (500 square meters) was bought, as they say, for growth. The two upper floors of the house were "cut" into tiny rooms. It is believed that such a layout does not meet the modern style of life, which requires large and open spaces, but the Winers decided not to change anything here and do not reshape. Fashion is fashion, and family interests are above all. "Archaic" planning allowed each child (now there are already six of them) to have a small, but own territory. For a healthy climate in the family, this is the first thing. Unite the two living rooms in a single space, the new owners did not become either - so that they could be grouped according to their interests. Kristin (with the baby in his arms) is not only the mother of a large family, but also a successful decorator. Now she works as a manager of two interior boutiques Tine K in Copenhagen. And when only she manages everything ?!
Photo 1: Home.The traditional Scandinavian style perfectly suited the architecture of the house. It also perfectly suited the patriarchal structure of a large family. As is well known, nothing strengthens family ties as strongly as a shared meal. It is not surprising that the dining room occupied the most spacious room in the house. The fireplace is designed to emphasize its dominant position. In relation to it, the phrase "family hearth" is not an artistic image, but a hundred percent truth of life. "Where do they cook?" you ask. A logical question, because in such a large family the kitchen should be huge. The Winters did not play it modest - they equipped a full-fledged culinary workshop in the basement of the house. Photo 2: I came out of the forest - the New Year's table setting, invented by Christine and her children, is simple, like everything ingenious. The snow-white tablecloth is strewn with spruce cones, spray-painted silver-white. The colored glass glasses have been turned into candlesticks. Photo 3: Eternal Values. The table is decorated with porcelain dishes from the Blue Fluted Mega collection. The famous Danish manufacturer Royal Copenhagen has been producing it for many years and is not going to discontinue production, so the Winters can always buy a missing cup or plate. A very practical solution for a large family.
Photo 4: In hindsight.Although the rooms in this house are small, Christine managed to preserve the feeling of spaciousness and airiness. Here is just one of the tricks she used: the inside of the china cabinet is painted the same color as the walls. Thanks to this trick, the furniture seems almost weightless. Photo 5: The X-Files. It is believed that white walls are not the best option for a family with many small children. In fact, everything is just the opposite: white surfaces are the main secret weapon of Christine, who has to wage a daily war with dirt. To tidy up a dirty wall, it is enough to have a roller and a can of whitewash at the ready. This trick would not work with wallpaper! Photo 6: In the archive! Christine and Jens do not have the bad habit of taking work home, but they still could not do without an office. The Danes are famous for their law-abiding nature. The Winters are no exception here - they regularly fill out tax returns and meticulously keep paid bills, all kinds of certificates and statements. This corner of the living room was set aside for working with documentation. Numerous papers are neatly sorted into folders. If necessary, they can be taken out into the light of day and laid out on a large wooden table.Creative teamActive preparations for Christmas begin in November. The main thing in this matter is not even the result, but the process itself, in which not only the younger Winters participate, but also numerous friends of the family. Adults and children gather around the dining table with scissors, glue, colored paper and begin to make paper hearts, stars, cones. These gatherings have already become a tradition and have received an intricate name: "Afternoon creativity." In general, a "Skillful hands" circle in the Danish manner.Salt and pepperIn a Scandinavian interior, the tone is usually set by white, and bright textiles are designed to enliven it. Christine did not deviate from this tradition, she only slightly modified it: instead of fabrics with characteristic flowers, checks and stripes, she used a plaid with a recognizable oriental pattern. Text: Shanti Broeng, Malue Drejer Stylist: Pernille Vest Photo: Heieli Lerkenfeldt / Linnea Press Read more:
