Hem Founder Petrus Palmér Says “Adjö” to His Converted Blacksmith’s Workshop in Stockholm
An eclectic property—with superb designer ties—recently surfaced on the market in Stockholm. Originally a 19th-century blacksmith’s workshop, the transformed residence is now home to Petrus Palmér, founder and head of global design at the Swedish furnishings company Hem. Palmer purchased the space in 2015 and tapped Swedish studio Förstberg Ling to create an elegant yet playful home.
The converted residence is located in the heart of Stockholm and is accessible via a private courtyard. Surrounded by mature trees and lush vegetation, the historic home offers a single-family alternative to the expanse of apartment buildings.
Located in central Stockholm, the two-floor dwelling is concealed from the street thanks to a lush courtyard entry sequence. While the home is modest in size—measuring around 1,000 square feet—its high ceilings and large windows promote a bright and airy feeling throughout the interior. Naturally, rooms are filled with Hem favorites but also family heirlooms and a few selections from other designers.
Here is a look at the main living room which features soaring 17-foot-high ceilings.
Glass doors overlook the courtyard while large windows run along the roof, all of which floods the space in natural light.
'Hem' translates to 'home' in Swedish, and for Palmér, this home is a special place. "It’s been wonderful, a real treat to live so centrally and yet so secluded," he states in a recent interview. "The kids have loved it as well, with the courtyard featuring an apple tree and all."
Dark green cabinets and countertops contrast with naturally finished beams and shelving in the kitchen. The pendants are Alphabeta by Luca Nichetto.
The interiors feature a neutral material palette of light wood, polished concrete, and marble. Earth-toned accent colors contrast with the crisp white walls, creating a warm aesthetic. Keep scrolling to see more of the home, currently listed for SEK 11,950,000, or approximately $1,235,000.
A small pantry is located off the kitchen with additional built-ins.
Concrete stairs lead up to the home's two bedrooms.
An upper-level mezzanine overlooks the living room where floor-to-ceiling bookshelves frame a doorway leading into the bedroom.
A look at the master bedroom. A calming shade of green breaks away from the all-white palette on the lower level.
A cut-out pocket door divides the master bathroom from the bedroom.
A peek into the bathroom, which is dressed in marble and bathed in natural light from skylights.
A built-in corner desk offers a cozy alcove study area.
The cobblestone courtyard features multiple outdoor seating areas, providing a charming setting for city entertaining.
Surbrunnsgatan 9 in Stockholm, Sweden, is currently listed for SEK 11,950,000 (approximately $1,235,717 USD) by Per Jansonn.
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