Everyday Flow with Madelen Möllard
We step into the artist’s space, where the coffee maker is always on, the kids are playing, and the art climbs from sketchbooks all the way up onto the walls.
In Madelen’s home, colour, daily life and creativity coexist without hierarchy. It was also here that we photographed our new Carbonator 3 in Burgundy. We step into the artist’s space, where the coffee maker is always on, the kids are playing, and the art climbs from sketchbooks all the way up onto the walls.
How does a typical day start for you, Madelen?
Madelen – It starts early. I get up with my daughters, make coffee – and honestly, that coffee maker stays on for most of the day. There’s something about those first hours, just as the house is waking up. I like to sit down and get into some light work straight away. The kids might be painting next to me. It’s a soft, calm way to begin the day.
Do you have any routines that help you get into your creative flow?
Madelen – Walks. Either in the woods near where we live or through the city. I need input. And then – coffee. I don’t even have to drink it; just having it there, the smell, the feeling – it triggers something in my brain. My brother Robert, who shares the studio with me, and I are serious about fika. We try to plan our day so that the afternoon coffee break becomes a little creative pocket. That’s when we work on something tactile and talk about life.
Your everyday life seems tightly woven into your artistic practice. How do small details influence your creativity?
Madelen – Anything can inspire me – the colour of ice cream, a door handle, a flower. But I also try to actively expose myself to things: I buy flowers, flip through books, and watch series. And Pinterest. Pinterest is my best friend.
It’s no coincidence that the colour Burgundy has found a natural home in Madelen’s space. It shows up in her artwork, her kitchen design, and in our shoot, where the Aarke Carbonator 3 in Burgundy took centre stage. The deep, warm tone elevates the room like an accent note, set against soft walls and wood details.
What’s your relationship to the colour?
Madelen – I love Burgundy. It’s both sensual and serious at the same time. We chose burgundy stone for our kitchen countertop, for example, to contrast with the wood and the wall colour. It’s a colour that works with almost anything – but right now, I find it especially exciting paired with lime green or mint.
Any tips for those wanting to combine colours at home?
Madelen – Go for the combos that feel a little off. The unexpected ones are usually the best. You want a bit of tension – that little spark in your stomach.
It’s clear that Madelen’s home is more than just a place to live. It’s a living art project – a space to exist in, create in, and create with. Several of the walls are covered in her own mural paintings.
Is it scary to paint directly on the wall?
Madelen – Yes, but that’s the whole point. I like there to be some tension. I don’t usually sketch beforehand. There’s something serious about it being final. You’re creating something that’s literally embedded in the walls.
How do you find the balance between aesthetics and functionality in a home with kids?
Madelen – It’s definitely a challenge sometimes. But I think functional things can be beautiful too. Aarke’s carbonator and coffee maker are great examples. Or our big rug that I designed myself – it had to be beautiful and comfortable. We use it for play, dinner, and evening hangouts. I want aesthetics to be something you feel, not just something you look at.
And finally, what’s inspiring you most right now?
Madelen – Swedish folk art, embroidery, architecture – especially things with history. But mostly, I go with my gut. Whatever gives me that spark. And flowers. Always flowers. I like to surround myself with things that make the soul feel at home.
We step into the artist’s space, where the coffee maker is always on, the kids are playing, and the art climbs from sketchbooks all the way up onto the walls.
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