wood forest
Prefabricated architectural concept by architect Emelie Holmberg. I photographed the first made situated in unspoiled woodlands on the island of Väddö, Sweden.
It grew out of a realization of changing living and working patterns partly precipitated by the pandemic. Pre-Covid, Emelie had dreamt of a more flexible lifestyle facilitated by technology, allowing her to work remotely wherever she chose, so long as she had internet access.
This partly sparked the idea for Gimme Shelter, which began life as a concept for her own self-build, low-cost home. The project comprises two structures. One measures 32 sq m and contains a living room, kitchen, and bathroom; the other occupies 10sq m and houses a bedroom.
GIMME SHELTER
Commissioned Photography for The New York Times to create a 36-hour guide to Malmö, Sweden's third-largest city. My assignment took me to various locations, including museums, castles, restaurants, bakeries, fine dining spots, bathing houses, architectural landmarks, parks, and scenic cityscapes, capturing the essence of this vibrant city.
Skyscraper Turning Torso twisting 190 meters into the sky offering jaw-dropping views of the city and the Öresund Strait.
Solde coffee bar roasts its own beans & great bakery, flaky croissants.
Apotek Lejonet, Sweden’s oldest pharmacy (with the handsome woodwork and antique medicine jars to prove it).
Malmo’s old town radiates around two lively squares, imaginatively labeled Biq Square (Stortorget) and Little Square (Lilla Torg). The larger is a broad expanse dominated at one end by the 16th-century town hall, which owes its red-brick façade and ornate gables to an 1860s facelift.
A half-timbered farmhouse in the cozier Lilla Torg houses the Form/Design center, with eclectic temporary exhibitions that focus on architecture and craft.
Davidhallstorg a vibrant square in Malmö's Davidshall district, renowned for its trendy boutiques, vintage shops, and diverse restaurants.
AB Småland specializing in both clothing and homeware.
Aplace specializes in Danish and Swedish designers.
Lyran: the tiny bistro offers four different—and ever-changing— tasting menus.
Wes Anderson-esque Ribersborg Kallbadhus, an old-fashioned bathhouse, where local practice is to alternate between baking naked in the sauna and plunging–into the chilly sea.
Malmö Konstmuseum this 17th-century citadel houses one of the most important collections of Scandinavian art.
Leve Bakery, on Fridays, locals line up for their special doughnut.
Aster, tucked between warehouses in the Varvstaden district, offers an unpretentious but skilled menu.
THE NEW YORK TIMES /
36 HOURS IN MALMÖ
BY JAMES SILVERMAN PHOTOGRAPHY
Commissioned Photography for The New York Times to create a 36-hour guide to Malmö, Sweden's third-largest city. My assignment took me to various locations, including museums, castles, restaurants, bakeries, fine dining spots, bathing houses, architectural landmarks, parks, and scenic cityscapes, capturing the essence of this vibrant city. Skyscraper Turning Torso twisting 190 meters into the sky offering jaw-dropping views of the city and the Öresund Strait. Solde coffee bar roasts its own beans & great bakery, flaky croissants. Apotek Lejonet, Sweden’s oldest pharmacy (with the handsome woodwork and antique medicine jars to prove it). Malmo’s old town radiates around two lively squares, imaginatively labeled Biq Square (Stortorget) and Little Square (Lilla Torg). The larger is a broad expanse dominated at one end by the 16th-century town hall, which owes its red-brick façade and ornate gables to an 1860s facelift. A half-timbered farmhouse in the cozier Lilla Torg houses the Form/Design center, with eclectic temporary exhibitions that focus on architecture and craft. Davidhallstorg a vibrant square in Malmö's Davidshall district, renowned for its trendy boutiques, vintage shops, and diverse restaurants. AB Småland specializing in both clothing and homeware. Aplace specializes in Danish and Swedish designers. Lyran: the tiny bistro offers four different—and ever-changing— tasting menus. Wes Anderson-esque Ribersborg Kallbadhus, an old-fashioned bathhouse, where local practice is to alternate between baking naked in the sauna and plunging–into the chilly sea. Malmö Konstmuseum this 17th-century citadel houses one of the most important collections of Scandinavian art. Leve Bakery, on Fridays, locals line up for their special doughnut. Aster, tucked between warehouses in the Varvstaden district, offers an unpretentious but skilled menu. The menswear at Trés Bien sports a clear 1990s streetwear vibe. Rite of passage for Malmoites–grab a hot dog at Korvhuset The Disgusting Food Museum has been grossing out visitors ever since with its vile scents and gag-inducing edibles. Pildammsparken began as a 17th-century reservoir, later redesigned for the 1914 Baltic Exhibition, and is now the city’s largest green space. At Farina, they specialize in airy versions of the cream-filled Italian buns called Maritozzo. Bar Kiosko is only a couple of years old, but it feels like the long-standing neighborhood bar of your dreams, with interesting drinks, a killer playlist, and a convivial atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re at a party with good friends. Folkets Park, which is Sweden’s oldest “people’s park.” A Socialist-inflected green space intended as a refuge for Malmo’s working families that today combines rides, whimsical playgrounds, and a petting zoo, with a Moorish-inspired pavilion for cultural events Ruths breakfast is where it really excels. Fuel up for what lies ahead with crunchy housemade granola, a luscious shakshuka, or beautiful scones with plum jam. Slottsparken, established in the 19th century as part of the grounds surrounding Malmöhus Castle, originally designed as a royal garden and later transformed into a public park. Birgitta Helmersson sells not only the comfy garments she crafts from sustainably sourced or recycled fabrics but the ‘zero waste’ sewing patterns (cut to minimize unused fabric) that she designs them with. Chefs Ola Rudin and Sebastian Persson decided to quit the Michelin rat race in favor of a healthy work-life balance. The result was Saltimporten, a restaurant located on an industrial pier about 20 minutes walk from Malmo’s central train station. Marvin, where British transplant Matt Young serves spicy fried chicken sandwiches in summer and savory hand made pies in winter.
The menswear at Trés Bien sports a clear 1990s streetwear vibe.
Rite of passage for Malmoites–grab a hot dog at Korvhuset
The Disgusting Food Museum has been grossing out visitors ever since with its vile scents and gag-inducing edibles.
Pildammsparken began as a 17th-century reservoir, later redesigned for the 1914 Baltic Exhibition, and is now the city’s largest green space.
At Farina, they specialize in airy versions of the cream-filled Italian buns called Maritozzo.
Bar Kiosko is only a couple of years old, but it feels like the long-standing neighborhood bar of your dreams, with interesting drinks, a killer playlist, and a convivial atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re at a party with good friends.
Folkets Park, which is Sweden’s oldest “people’s park.” A Socialist-inflected green space intended as a refuge for Malmo’s working families that today combines rides, whimsical playgrounds, and a petting zoo, with a Moorish-inspired pavilion for cultural events
Ruths breakfast is where it really excels. Fuel up for what lies ahead with crunchy housemade granola, a luscious shakshuka, or beautiful scones with plum jam.
Slottsparken, established in the 19th century as part of the grounds surrounding Malmöhus Castle, originally designed as a royal garden and later transformed into a public park.
Birgitta Helmersson sells not only the comfy garments she crafts from sustainably sourced or recycled fabrics but the ‘zero waste’ sewing patterns (cut to minimize unused fabric) that she designs them with.
Chefs Ola Rudin and Sebastian Persson decided to quit the Michelin rat race in favor of a healthy work-life balance. The result was Saltimporten, a restaurant located on an industrial pier about 20 minutes walk from Malmo’s central train station.
Marvin, where British transplant Matt Young serves spicy fried chicken sandwiches in summer and savory hand made pies in winter.








































































