Maria Friström
Decorate boldly with colors
Maria Friström, a passionate real estate investor and an interior designer with a bold love for colors, has renovated two apartments preserving their 60s details, which imbue a unique atmosphere. Join us in exploring these two distinctive properties where an array of six paint shades has been ingeniously utilized.
Maria Friström @marialovesrealestate
"I discovered Cover Story online when I returned to Finland from the US a couple of years ago while renovating our cabin’s sauna. I fell in love with the beautifully curated colors, which were so easy to combine to create a harmonious yet intriguing home."
Apartment 1
Pine forest
The first apartment draws inspiration from a pine forest, where tones of brown and green seamlessly merge with hints of blue, evoking a timeless and harmonious ambiance. It offers ample space for contemplation, exploration, and connection.
Four different paint shades used in this apartment:
i03 VOLTER, i06 EINO, i04 OLAVI, 030 VIRGINIA
"People mistakenly think it’s easier to decorate a home with white walls. But, in reality, it’s harder. White creates such a stark contrast with most things. Look how beautifully the chrome light pendant compliments the deep blue i04 OLAVI."
Apartment 1
Pine forest
The first apartment draws inspiration from a pine forest, where tones of brown and green seamlessly merge with hints of blue, evoking a timeless and harmonious ambiance. It offers ample space for contemplation, exploration, and connection.
Four different paint shades used in this apartment:
i03 VOLTER, i06 EINO, i04 OLAVI, 030 VIRGINIA
"People mistakenly think it’s easier to decorate a home with white walls. But, in reality, it’s harder. White creates such a stark contrast with most things. Look how beautifully the chrome light pendant compliments the deep blue i04 OLAVI."
i04 OLAVI – Northern blue is a dark navy blue paint shade with classic dark petrol undertones. It is a very natural and calming color on interior surfaces. This shade evokes memories of the dim skies and cozy darkness of the North. i04 OLAVI - Northern blue gives walls and ceilings a soft, light-reflecting matt finish.
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"Volter, this super yummy deep yet soft brown, is the perfect backdrop for natural materials like rattan, wool, and denim. I found this antique wooden-framed mirror at the flea market for the Pine Forest apartment, and it really shines alongside Volter."
Asunto 2
Lingonberry Nest
The second apartment continues the pine forest theme, deriving its color palette from the autumn lingonberry harvest. Upon entering the 'Lingonberry Nest,' you're greeted with an enchanting array of colors that envelop you in a warm and soothing atmosphere.
Two different paint shades used in the apartment:
025 OSCAR, i06 EINO
"My initial vision for this space was to craft a masculine ambiance reminiscent of a cool, hip restaurant. However, once Oscar adorned the walls and ceiling, I realized it transformed into a cozy cave, akin to a nest. Paired with the shade Eino, rich yet soft green, it evoked the image of a lingonberry bush in the fall."
Asunto 2
Lingonberry Nest
The second apartment continues the pine forest theme, deriving its color palette from the autumn lingonberry harvest. Upon entering the 'Lingonberry Nest,' you're greeted with an enchanting array of colors that envelop you in a warm and soothing atmosphere.
Two different paint shades used in the apartment:
025 OSCAR, i06 EINO
"My initial vision for this space was to craft a masculine ambiance reminiscent of a cool, hip restaurant. However, once Oscar adorned the walls and ceiling, I realized it transformed into a cozy cave, akin to a nest. Paired with the shade Eino, rich yet soft green, it evoked the image of a lingonberry bush in the fall."
025 OSCAR – Deep burgundy is a classic dark, red wine shade. This rich burgundy is a real eye-catcher and mood-creator. 025 OSCAR gives the walls a softly light-reflecting matt surface.
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i06 EINO – Nocturnal moss green is a moody and earthy dark green paint shade. It has a soft mossy, naturally calming effect. i06 EINO is a suitably muted, mossy green with a hint of mud, which, when the sun hits the space as gold, shows its most olive side. i05 EINO - Nocturnal moss green gives walls and ceilings a softly light-reflecting matt surface.
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"But what truly convinced me was the exceptional quality of the paint. As a real estate investor, I've painted numerous apartments, and I must say, the coverage provided by Cover Story's paint is truly remarkable."
Maria's Color Tips: Revitalize Your Home with Paint
Transforming your home with color is simpler than you might think. Learn from Maria's expert advice on using colors effectively, whether you're renovating an old space or creating something entirely new.
Remember the ceiling
Painting the ceiling the same color as the walls creates a wonderfully cozy atmosphere, especially in bedrooms, where a darker ceiling can contribute to a more conducive environment for sleep.
Monochromaticity brings calmness
Elevate your color scheme effortlessly by gradually incorporating hues. Consider painting trims, doors, and window frames in the same shade as the walls to intensify the overall effect
Embrace Natural Color Harmony
Take inspiration from nature's color palette. For instance, observe how in a sunset, shades of blue harmonize beautifully with various tones of orange and red.