Doors that inspire

Collecting inspiration as a designer doesn't just involve looking at clothing designs or visiting art museums. Personally, I'm often inspired by architecture, and as I scroll through my photos, I realize how often I photograph DOORS. It seems like I actually collect doors.

There's something intriguing about doors. I think of fairy tales where one opens a door to another world and all those who have passed through that particular door throughout history. But a door also holds symbolic significance. Doors that open to new opportunities and how too many open doors create a draft - it's important to make a decision. The size of a door also matters. A door that's too large makes us feel subservient, while a door tailored to our own size makes us more comfortable.

I found this charming door in Casablanca. And I promise you, it was just as beautiful behind it. There, we were surprised by 'Bennis Habous.' A fantastic bakery with walls adorned with tiles and Arabic mosaic, where large counters filled with cookies of all shapes and flavors were just waiting for us. Sometimes, luck is on your side during your inspiration tour.

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This amazing door is called 'The Pink Gate' and is located at Jaipur City Palace. The palace is situated in the heart of Pink City and was built in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh I.

I find this door to be very beautiful with its stripped-down elegance and ornamentation. It can be found at Bogesund Castle, near Stockholm, where we often photograph our collections. The oldest parts of the castle began construction in the 17th century. Perhaps Per Brahe passed by here many times and perhaps complained about the squeaking hinges?

This is a truly famous door. Originally, it might have been a balcony door of some sort, but it was sealed shut when the balcony was removed. The house is located in Amsterdam, and the person who lived here was actually Rembrandt, from 1639 until he had to move out in 1658 when he went bankrupt. The house is now a museum and definitely worth a visit.

This door, with its tasteful design combined with the wallpaper next to it, is located in the China Castle at Drottningholm Palace in Stockholm. It's undeniably inspiring and feels just right, even though it was probably decorated in the 18th century. Here, Gustav III used to run around and pull on the doors as a little rascal. For those of you who haven't visited the China Castle and happen to be passing by, take the opportunity to pay a visit. It's truly beautiful and inspiring.
 

Stepping out through the blog's door for now – thank you and goodbye, and thanks for having me!

/Pia