House from the 1950s

A modern home with teak furniture and practical solutions

The 1950s house was home to a family of five – the parents and their three children. The father ran a shoe store in Storgata, while the mother was a homemaker and managed the household.

On the ground floor, the dining area is part of the modern L-shaped living room, unlike earlier, wealthier homes where the dining room was often a separate space. The room features a cozy fireplace, a contrast-colored feature wall, a large panoramic window, and teak furniture – all elements reflecting the latest in 1950s design and interior trends.

The kitchen is designed for efficiency, with surfaces that are easy to clean. The refrigerator has become a welcome innovation in the home. There is also a laundry room with a washing machine and a convenient laundry chute, showcasing how the homemaker has embraced 1950s modern appliances to ease her daily chores.

On the second floor, the three children each have their own bedroom. The bathroom is equipped with two sinks, and the light blue sanitary fixtures were considered a luxury in the late 1950s.

Around the house is a large garden. The back garden was used to grow potatoes, vegetables, fruit, and berries, while the front garden, framed by shrubs and fruit trees, serves as the more formal part. It features a large lawn and the homemaker's pride – a beautiful rose bed.