Inside the Evolving Home of Artilleriet’s Founder

In the villa town of Långedrag, just outside Gothenburg, Artilleriet co-founder Christian Duivenvoorden lives with his partner, Björn, their son, Niko, and the family dog, Minou, in a 19th-century Jugend villa that has quietly evolved over time. Designed with the precept that a home is never finished, the house—like Artilleriet, the beloved Gothenburg design shop Christian founded 15 years ago with childhood friend Sofie Ekeberg—reflects an ongoing process of change and refinement. The interiors weren’t overhauled but adjusted: new tones and updated furnishings were introduced to bring warmth and continuity.

Once monochrome, the house was reimagined by Artilleriet Design Studio with subtle contrasts and a palette drawn from nature. Farrow & Ball hues lend softness to the walls, complementing original pine floors and a well-loved pieces. Nothing feels staged or static; instead, the rooms show a life in motion. As with Artilleriet itself, the house reflects a practiced eye—collected, edited, and still evolving.

Photography by Lina Green at Artilleriet, except where noted.

The 300-square-meter house was built in 1890 in the Jugendstil style—the German/Nordic version of Art Nouveau—and in this iteration of a refresh, did not include any remodeling or renovation, merely a decor update. Most furniture was updated and some was still in good shape, which they kept.