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Villa Pauli Opens St. Nobl and a New Members’ Universe in Djursholm Villa Pauli, the waterfront estate in Djursholm north of Stockholm, has long occupied a distinctive place in Swedish cultural life, shaped by architect Ragnar Östberg and the artistic legacy of painter Georg Pauli since its origins in 1907. On 15 May it opens a major new chapter: approximately 1,600 square metres of new space bringing the estate’s total dedicated area to around 4,000 square metres, centred on a new restaurant concept, wellness facilities, and expanded social spaces. The architectural vision was led by Jonas Glock, who approached the project as an act of careful addition rather than renovation. Much of the new programme, including the wellness club and gym, is embedded beneath the rebuilt tennis court, preserving the visual integrity of the surrounding park while quietly expanding what lies below it. “Historic buildings should never become frozen in time. The new spaces are designed as a new annual ring – a reflection of our own time carefully added onto the existing story,” says Glock. The interiors were created by SPIK Studios under the creative direction of Nina Glendinning, who developed the project around a fictional muse, described as worldly, elegant, and slightly mysterious. The result moves far from Scandinavian restraint: jewel-toned velvets, dark-stained oak, limestone, brass, Murano glass chandeliers, hand-painted murals, and mirrored surfaces create spaces designed to reveal themselves gradually, with hidden details in textiles, artwork, and furniture shapes. At the centre of the expansion is St. Nobl, a new oceanfront restaurant accommodating around 100 guests across an indoor atrium, a 76-seat main dining room, a 14-seat bar, and outdoor terraces and poolside areas. The culinary direction brings Mediterranean influences together with Scandinavian seasonality, but the concept is as much about atmosphere as food, designed for long lunches, sunset cocktails, and evenings that extend into night. “Nothing in St. Nobl is minimalist. It’s intentionally bold, glamorous, and layered with personality. We wanted every seat and every transition between spaces to feel like its own small experience,” says Glendinning. Beyond the restaurant, the new addition includes a full wellness club with sauna, steam room, cold immersion, treatment spaces, and Technogym-equipped gym, alongside a pool, rooftop sun terraces, and a tennis court built to international standards with a dedicated players’ lounge overlooking the water. Three private hotel suites are planned to open in early autumn 2026. Villa Pauli’s new addition opens 15 May 2026 in Djursholm, outside Stockholm.

Studio Amelia Explores the Architecture of Modern Femininity for Spring/Summer 2026 Image courtesy of Studio Amelia  As fashion continues to oscillate between restraint and ornamentation, Studio Amelia enters Spring/Summer 2026 with a collection rooted in the tensions of modern femininity. Balancing performance with pleasure, precision with sensuality. Since its founding in 2018, the Australian accessories label has cultivated a minimalist visual language, but this season marks a notable evolution: one shaped by experimentation, architectural form, and subtle glamour. The  SS26 collection introduces several new silhouettes, including the brand’s first-ever loafer, alongside sculptural heels and delicate evening styles. Standout pieces include the Viti heel, where hyper-feminine straps meet an angular architectural heel, and the Pierre line, distinguished by nickel-plated pebble-shaped hardware. Elsewhere, understated strass embellishments and diamanté detailing bring lightness and luminosity to the collection, offering a refined take on occasionwear and contemporary bridal dressing. Now fully developed and produced in Portugal for the second consecutive season, Studio Amelia continues to position itself within a new generation of luxury: one defined less by excess and more by clarity of aesthetic, craftsmanship, and enduring design. The SS26 collection reflects a growing appetite for contemporary luxury with both emotional and material longevity. Find the collection here 

Mantle Launches The Daily SPF 50+ Mantle, the Swedish clean and clinical skincare brand, is launching its first facial sunscreen this June. The Daily SPF 50+ is a lightweight fluid offering broad-spectrum protection alongside hydration, designed to sit comfortably under makeup or on bare skin without a greasy or sticky finish. It is formulated for all skin types, including sensitive and breakout-prone. The formula centres on Lipochroman, an advanced antioxidant molecule that helps protect against free radicals from UV exposure and environmental stress, alongside Vitamin E for barrier support and Hyaluronic Acid for hydration. The finish is described as smooth and invisible, absorbing quickly and leaving skin balanced. “The best SPF is the one you actually want to apply every day. We wanted to create a sunscreen that delivers very high protection without compromising on texture, comfort or glow,” says Josefin Landgård, Founder of Mantle The Daily SPF 50+ is applied as the final step in a morning routine and comes in a 30ml bottle. It is priced at 280 SEK / 28 EUR / 24 GBP and launches in June 2026.  

Stockholm’s Plåtparken Returns for Another Summer Plåtparken, the container-based outdoor venue at Liljeholmskajen in Marievik, is back for the summer of 2026. After closing at the end of last season with no confirmed return, the response from visitors made the case for another edition. The venue opens on 8 May and will run daily in good weather through to early September. Built from ten reclaimed containers in varying colours and sizes, the format houses bars, kitchens, and seating areas directly on the waterfront, making it easy to combine a swim with food, drinks, and an afternoon in the sun. The concept was the first of its kind in Stockholm; the boxpark format, popular across European cities, uses container construction to create flexible, low-footprint outdoor dining environments. “After last summer’s response, it feels fantastic to be back and to keep developing Plåtparken together with the neighbourhood and its visitors,” says Peter Schröder, Co-founder of Plåtparken. This season, the offer includes Plåtparken’s popular burgers alongside an expanded snacks menu, markets, a basketball court, DJs, and programming around this summer’s football World Cup. Plåtparken opens 8 May at Marievik, Liljeholmskajen, Stockholm.