Oh my, how did I miss this wood paneled heaven when I lived in Stockholm?
Tiny, resolute German-born cafe owner Magdalena Åström is very much aware of the fact that Konditori Valand, in Stockholm’s “Surbrunnsgatan”, is a national treasure. Her Swedish husband Stellan designed the interior himself in 1954, and absolutely nothing has been changed since then: the dark beautiful “Royal Boards” covering the walls, well used tables and chairs made of teak, a unique black stonefloor imported directly from Italy. — M Jonholt on Classic Cafes
Via Jordan Harper | Photos by Mats Jonholt
Hi Stewf!
I could have told you if only you've asked me. The irony is that it's only like 10 blocks away from were you lived in Stockholm. They are still around and operating as far as I know.
Cheers
Posted by: Stefan Hattenbach | Aug 14, 2009 at 02:04 PM
I love it! A must-visit when I go there.
Posted by: Lena | Aug 17, 2009 at 04:51 AM
also very near to my house, let's hope it will stay like this forever.It must be one of the last remaining original coffee houses from the 50's.
Posted by: vintage stockholm | Aug 20, 2009 at 01:07 AM
I wish I'd known about this before I went to Stockholm this summer. Next time, I guess... It looks great.
Posted by: janne | Aug 24, 2009 at 02:13 AM
Indeed it is still in operation. One of my favs, and only a block away from my office.
Posted by: Fredrik | Sep 28, 2009 at 02:37 AM
Another very nice café in Stockholm is Konditori Kungstornet founded 1934!!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/josephzohn/sets/72157619197946753/
Posted by: josephzohn | Nov 22, 2009 at 12:04 AM