HAUTE HYGGE
The Danish art of living comfortably gets a sophisticated spin
Since homeowner Sonya Spilkin wanted to work and entertain here, designer Sarah Walker needed to devise a serene area that included “as much comfortable seating and practical storage as possible, while keeping the look light, airy and welcoming,” says Sarah. To that end, she opted for pieces like movable armchairs with open frames, a petite pouffe in lieu of a coffee table and a long sideboard for storage. The cohesive look feels neither cumbersome nor intrusive.