ABOUT CARLSHAGA

ABOUT CARLSHAGA AND ME, EVA

My name is Eva Hermansson, and I live in a charming turn-of-the-century house in Töreboda. I’ve almost always been self-employed, primarily in the metal industry. However, turn-of-the-century furniture and interior design have always been a strong passion of mine on the side.

Over the years, I’ve collaborated with local carpenters to create various decorative details. When my children were small, I even designed and produced furniture for them—a chair, a table, a dresser, and an armchair. I had some thoughts about producing more pieces and starting a small-scale business, but those ideas ended up in the desk drawer.

Today, with Carlshaga, I’ve brought that passion to life. Each piece is a reflection of my love for timeless design and quality craftsmanship. Carlshaga represents not just furniture and decor but a vision of creating homes filled with character and soul.

Thank you for joining me on this journey!
Warm regards,
Eva Hermansson

CARL LARSSON-DREAM

THE JOURNEY TOWARDS CREATING CARLSHAGA

The journey to founding Carlshaga began when I sold my previous business and decided to pursue further education as a project manager in the furniture and interior design industry. I completed my training in 2021 and have since realized a long-held dream: creating a furniture collection inspired by some of my most beloved pieces—older, antique-style furniture in the same aesthetic as Carlshaga.

This furniture style, known as the Carl Larsson style, emerged during the turn of the century and remained popular until the 1920s. It features bright, light furniture, often seen in the paintings from Sundborn and in the grand glass verandas of wealthy merchants' summer villas.

With Carlshaga, I aim to bring the charm and elegance of this style into contemporary homes, creating timeless pieces that celebrate craftsmanship and the beauty of Swedish heritage.

Warm regards,
Eva Hermansson

UNIQUE NEW PRODUCTION

As far as I know, these furniture pieces have never been in production before, making it my mission to spread the word. These are furniture pieces with a story to tell, perfect for anyone who loves the turn-of-the-century style—and many more. They can easily be combined with both older, upcycled pieces and newer, more modern furniture.

LOCAL PRODUCTION, LOCAL MATERIALS

Carlshaga furniture is created with a focus on sustainability and quality. The production takes place in our farm workshop and with the help of subcontractors in Skaraborg and the surrounding area. Using timber grown in Skaraborg's forests is important for the environment. The furniture is designed based on solid craftsmanship but manufactured with modern technology.

MY INFLUENCERS

I am fascinated by Ellen Key, who advocated "beauty for everyone" with guiding principles such as "light, airy, simplicity, functionality, honesty, and harmony." Another great inspiration is the designer Karin Larsson, born Bergöö and married to the painter Carl Larsson. Karin created Sweden's most talked-about home by furnishing it with simple furniture and bright colors, which stood in stark contrast to the heavy and dark interiors of the time.

ABOUT THE NAME CARLSHAGA

The place Karlshaga is located in Tibro Sweden, and I passed the Karlshaga sign every time I traveled to my furniture training. I’ve always liked the name, and it fits perfectly for my furniture collection. However, I changed the spelling to Carlshaga to associate the furniture with the Carl Larsson style.