Benita I had a "friend" who came to my new home and for the first 10 minutes all they did was point out all the things they would have done or "how they could never live in such a stark/cold home". I told them I will do them one better and that they will never have to be subjected to such offensive surroundings and that the front door in which they walked through was an exit as well. Let us remember that the button reads "comment" not "critique".
@Lisa Rhoades. Personally I love diversity of opinion - it's part of what what makes a channel like Benita's really interesting and enjoyable to be a part of. People have opinions, questions, or criticisms - I enjoy reading them all.
You are free to receice or deny feedback. If someone enters my door, he/she must have a good heart with good intentions, if not he/she is just a toxic person.
@@BenitaLarsson cant you just change the whole switch system...It might always be at the back of your mind even if you dont often use the lights, think it might be worth changing it up if you can so it stops bugging you! That would be the kind of thing that would annoy me so I completely get you! The flat is beautiful and spacious, I like how you've kept so much of the previous furniture and just repurposed it/are using some pieces in different areas etc Thanks for sharing it with us!
I have something similar for my lights. But just like your system Benita, my system is also somewhat unpredictable and only seems to work when it feels like it !!! Hmm
When we first moved into our house the bedroom light was on the same switch as the ceiling fans. If you turned off the lights you turned off the fans. It was summer and hot so we needed the fans to sleep so every night I had to climb on the bed to unscrew the lightbulbs so I could turn off the light. It was a joyous day when we finally got that fixed.
We recently found (were found by) a stray cat who is a dead ringer for your tuxedo. He even has that little side moustache white mark. He is on the couch with me right now, looking fat and happy, apparently adjusting very well to his new indoor life and really enjoying his new human servants. Your apartment is lovely and the neighborhood looks fantastic.
You treat Bonus the same way I treat mine, with the nose bumps and the ‘here, I think you’d like to look out the window, let me put you on your perch!’. It’s nice to feel like you have a real connection with the cat, isn’t it ? I can’t wait to see you transform your beautiful appartement to a light and airy place!
An all white kitchen, with a light grey marble counter top, like in your last apartment will look great! I can see how frustrating it must be to keep wiping those mat cabines. Also about the electricals! Once you have all this settled, you place will be awesome.
I'll try to save the existing counter top because I really like it but there are no guarantees that it won't break when they take the kitchen apart. Fingers crossed!
You've just given me the info I needed to tell my landlord (I'm a renter) why I don't want a smart lighting system. Here in NYC they're becoming the rage but I personally don't want to have excessive technology throughout my apartment because I have no interest in making my living space more complicated than it needs to be. I'm so glad you posted this vlog.
@@Karincl7 the operative phrase you stated is; "When It Works." Listen, I'm not apposed to technology but there's a limit to which I will acquiesce my personal life to "The Borg."
We have the Phillips Hue system and uses an internet connection with a Wi-Fi router to communicate to the individual lightbulbs with voice or programming. Otherwise turning the switch on and off works as well. It’s been awesome! Especially the color bulbs and dimming options. The one in this apartment sounds like an absolute nightmare.
I have nothing but praise for all your content. No judgment from me. I love all your hard work & is too happy to have found your channel especially during covid where you help to keep me sane! All the very best to you in your new home.
Your new apartment has a lot of possibilities and I know you will turn it into something you love with your planned changes. The one thing you can never change is location...your new area of town is beautiful, convenient and near your loved ones. That's the most perfect part of your move!
I'm so glad you mentioned the ill fitting kitchen. It was bugging me too, haha. I really wish we had the large light switches in Australia. Ours are tiny, only one finger fits on the surface. Looking forward to the upcoming changes. So sweet to see Bonus getting cuddles.
Binary, I actually love the contrast of the dark colours. But it’s not my home and you will make the decisions that meet how you want to live. That’s why I’m here; I love your videos and experiencing your Scandinavian life! Thanks so much. ❤
I like the feature of a hidden exhaust fan and love the decorative crown moldings and the medallions around the ceiling lights - they add character. White cabinetry in the kitchen will make a big difference with the ambiance and like you I would also take it apart and redo; so true that once you see it you can't be unseen❤ Your new home is looking rather welcoming already!
I absolutely love the old world character of your apartment and your neighborhood looks so fun. Glad you’re overall happy and the things you are not happy with are totally fixable :)
Hello Benita! 😃 I love your neighborhood - everything is walking distance, such cute shops! I really like the layout of your new place - lots of light! I love the color of your kitchen - I guess I like dark and gloomy - but there is enough light for me. I love rainy days, maybe that explains why I love that color. ❤ The changes that you will be making to your kitchen area will look beautiful! Having to use the app for my lighting would be frustrating for me, at the very least - I would not like it at all. Enjoy your day, Benita 🌸💮🌸
Smart devices aren't always smart! Your lighting situation and cabinetry would drive me nuts. I like simple but efficient and it can ruin your whole day when those go wrong. But, lovely apartment and great neighborhood! Charming.
My goodness, people are so odd. Sorry that they bothered you about light in a Swedish apartment. I am glad that you addressed it so that people will think about cutting you (and everyone) slack all of the time. Your new home is lovely and I hope that you can fix the app/light switch situation...that would make me bonkers too.
Oh Benita that’s exactly why my husband and I are avoiding the Canadian version of a smart phone- security & lights plus heating all depends on the internet which goes out occasionally and always unexpectedly!!! PS the white kitchen will be lovely!
I know what you mean, my friend’s home in Canada is all on an app for the heating, so he can put the heat down and up when he is away and have it just right when he comes home. I just can’t get used to computerized switches. My old apartment I live in still has a fuse box, no breakers. But I am renting so hope change on that coming in the future
I actually love the soft light and darker colours! I live in the tropics with harsh bright light much of the time, and I love seeing gentle grey landscapes and interiors.
Yay for the new kitchen and professional installation. It will be terrific and bright! And yes to manual light switches 🤨 I love your new place and the area. Lucky you❤️
We were kind of spoiled by your last apartment because you have such an eye for decorating, as well as being a talented DIYer. It will be interesting to watch you make improvements to your new-old place 🏡.
Although we are a bazillion miles away from each other Benita, there is one thing we both have in common, if something isn't right or not in place, we are unhappy. I'm very picky about things. We all must live to be happy with our living space, or we are just not happy people at all. P.S. Your hair has grown back so beautifully after chemo last year. Renee` From the USA.💓💓🥰🥰
It sounds like your kitchen will be much more you're style soon; exciting! It's a good reminder of how much colour effects the mood of a space. Your videos are always so inspiring. Thanks for sharing your work.
It will all come together and is already cozy and lovely. I had a stressful day yesterday and viewed some of your older videos and was instantly calmer. Know, you make a difference ❤
Hello Benita from sunny Austin, Texas! You have a wonderful apt that will be even more beautiful once you have the changes in place that make you happy. Disappointing that negative Nellies are even part of your community since most of us have so much in common regarding style and way of life as you. Your style, life attitude, and outlook continue to inspire regardless whether the paint color or lighting of your home is darker than it previously was. You will do what you like when you choose and that is awesome! Enjoy the season and I look forward to your upcoming videos! P.S. I'm curious: Do you miss the museum you used to take us along via A Day in the Life? Is it closer or further away from your new home? 🌷🌷🌷
Thank you! Do you mean the Museum of middle eastern antiquities? I go to lots of museums 😅 I haven’t been to that one for a while but it’s actually close to where I live now! I’m sure I’ll end up there with a friend soon again!
@@BenitaLarsson I think that's the one! You've vlogged from there alone and with your friend. Wonderful exhibits and lovely gift shop and cafe as well.
I actually like the color of the kitchen and the bedroom! It adds depth and character into a lighter apartment, also the color is very natural, as If you’re in the forest! 🌳 works well with all the wood furniture you have. I used to love white everything, but I’m so sick of it personally, so I enjoyed your new videos, that were a bit more contrasty. But light situation is absolutely disappointing, it would drive me craaaaazy.
I have a similar kitchen and the cabinets were also poorly installed. Hopefully one day I can get them fixed. I’ll be very interested to watch the changes in yours. Beautiful home 🥰
I loved your old place so much ,and the pretty outdoor space you had was lovely, but change can be nice and being near friends and family makes a difference, looking forward to seeing how you put your stamp on your new home.
Good to see you and Bonus settling in, Benita! That lighting system looks a real pain. No problems watching you with less light. As you say, it's February and still winter!
I love the openness of your new apartment and the beautiful neighbourhood you’re now living in. I think that a white kitchen and lighter coloured walls will give the apartment a huge facelift. It will really bring the light in. I love your bond with Bonus. Now that Mini is gone, you’re probably forming an even closer bond than what you already had. I guess you’re both missing Mini. Also, from my experience, male cats are more demonstrative with their affection. ❤️🐈🐈⬛🪷
I love a white kitchen! It makes the room seem so much lighter and brighter so don’t blame you for wanting to change those green cabinets! So exciting watching the changes you make. Your “walking” neighborhood is great. I have to drive to shop or find a restaurant. 😙 for Bonus
Everything looks so nice Benita. You did a great job and I'm sure once you have the cabinets done and the weird electrical fixed you will have a wonderful time in the new apt!
Benita, you are so real and honest and these qualities along with your incredible sense/ knowledge of style and peace is what I value about your channel. Thank you for your hard work❤
It’s a lovely place. I understand your irritation with the lights. I apt for simplicity whenever possible. Just because we can make something complicated doesn’t mean we should! 😊
I like your new kitchen ideas. I always thought I wouldn't like a smart house, I'd rather just do things manually. Now I know for sure that it's more trouble than it's worth! I used to like the idea of a matt kitchen, but after seeing how much light they absorb, maybe not. Your floors are so pretty, and the high ceilings make the space seem open and comfortable.
I love your new apartment. I can also understand the wooden floors problem as I have the same floors in my flat. Nothing stands straight, and event if I manage to level something up (my fridge, for instance), with time it "moves". But just like you - I love old buildings 😊
On the positive note with all those cons you mentioned, I'm actually excited for all the changes that will take place as you figure things out. 💙 Thanks for sharing ✨
My kitchen (in Oslo) is from the 60’s, so your kitchen looks super straight to me 🙈 But I feel you, straight and smooth drawers are a big part of my day dreams!
Hey Benita, another beautifully filmed video, reflecting as it does your northerly latitude and older apartment lighting situation ( dig at the crazies there). I love your approach of ' focus on the very real positives, have a plan to fix the less than perfect ' - new walks, friends on hand, that cosiness of moving back to an old stomping ground - and making the glorious bones of your home even more stylish, elegant and personal. All these greatly outweigh the ( pretty frustrating! 😜) lighting and wonky kitchen. Always a joy to watch your journey, you give me much food for thought 🌼
Hello my lovely friend, love , love your videos. I'm with you totally on people giving you some slack.... take your time. We just recently moved into a newer condo and don't regret it at all. We lived in a much older one before and we could hear everything, so this newer place, not a peep lol. Have an awesome week. Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤
I really love your apartment Benita, it’s already coming together & looks really calm & tranquil. But yes the lighting system would drive me nuts! I’m sure you’ll manage to sort it out though 👍
Beautiful apartment! And I love the pop of color you cabinets and bedroom wall give. What’s funny is that your kitchen cabinets photograph so beautifully, and then you showed us the flaws 😂. I’m glad you really enjoy your new/ old neighborhood! Looks lovely!
Most interesting. It always takes some time of living in a new home to work out what needs updating or changing of leaving as it is. To live in your old stomping grounds is wonderful and being so much closer to family and friends is so important and very exciting to be able to get out daily and just wander about in the city. The cat is going to be so happy to be able to get outside when the weather improves and you have the cattio in place as I am sure it misses its dear friend. I hope you have a wonderful day. 🙂
@@BenitaLarsson I always think it would be fun to see snow. I always had a dream of making a snowman, make a snow angel or to even have a snowball fight. atm I am still awake at am as it is too hot to sleep. lol
So many beautiful details in your new space. I am excited to see your kitchen upgrade and how your apartment looks when the daylight is longer. Your new neighborhood is lovely!
The lighting situation would drive me nuts too, I don't mind the rant! We recently were invited by friends who had connected LEDs in their flat and the lightning was so awful it made me feel sick. I just could not wait to get home to my warm and indirect lights. And to think they want entire houses and appliances connected - good grief! Progress does not always mean better.
The apartment is really coming along! I love that you have a Feliway plug-in for Bonus. Life is so stressful for cats when we move and losing Mini was hard on both of you💔 Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Dear Benita, I am happy that you are happy in your new apartment. I think that these are only details and you will find a solution. Important is that you are happy and the moving is over. I am happy every time I see a new video from you.
I loved this video. You are being honest. When I moved into my renovated 1979 home I found switches to no where. Very frustating. Every place we move into has issues. You will have your kitchen looking fine and perfect for you soon. LOVE your kitty...he is adorable.
Your floors are gorgeous and I love the natural look of them. The windows and molding are also divine. A white kitchen will be a Benita Classic, and another Pro. Your neighbourhood is dreamy.
Thanks Benita, I think your apartment is absolutely gorgeous. There are always things we want to change and the light situation is really very necessary.
I owned a home for 21 years with crooked cabinets in the bathroom. They drove me crazy. However, the rest of the house was a perfect fit for me. I think your new home is wonderful.
Can't wait for a neighborhood tour. This was great. And I loved the pushback on the lighting comments! Some people must think it's all about entertainment and forget that this is your home 🏡
Quelle douce vidéo, cette musique est relaxante. Merci ! Voir les avantages et inconvénients maintenant est une bonne idée pour établir la liste des prochaines vidéos 😄 ! Ça va être chouette de voir l’évolution lumineuse et pratique de ce joli appartement 👍🏻 Bonne journée ! 🌸🌸🌸
Your new place is sooo lovely! Those floors are gorgeous 😍-and I can’t wait to see what you do with that balcony❤️-also the kitchen cabinet color change in the kitchen will make it more “you”! And fixing that wonky install will make it feel more elegant. BUT that lighting issue would make me INSANE!! I got angry just watching you fiddle with it!!! WHY???? How hard is it to turn on a light? Why make it complicated?? Ugh!!!! I would have an electrician in there 5 minutes after I saw that mess! 😂😂lol… So looking forward to the future updates and as you turn this into your style. Love your channel.
So happy you are near family and friends now. I too have an old apartment with wonky lines. Its quirky, but after you get it all fixed the way you want, you will be set in a beautiful space! These adjustments make the channel real and helpful for people who live in real spaces with their own best /worst list. These discoveries enhance the channel to appeal to more people. We are learning right along with you. Thank you for sharing this journey with us!
@@BenitaLarsson Very nice! I have a multi-cat household so I am always interested to see where others put their boxes. Looking forward to all of your videos!
Looking forward to seeing your new kitchen cabinets and to seeing your balcony video this spring! It’s good that we have things to look forward to! I think you’re doing great! ❤😊
I completely agree the lighting situation would be so frustrating! Just give me old fashion switches any day. lol I do like the shade of green on your cabinets but I get the desire to have it lighter in there and the spots would drive me nuts too. Great new place!!
Your lighting and photography have been as beautiful as ever. People are so weird. They can adjust the brightness on their screens if it bothers them so much, lol!
Can we all just take a moment and marvel at Benita’s musical voice ? So enchanting ! I love it! Regards from New York ! Liz PS oooh dear those LIGHTS ! Will you be able to remove that dreadful system ? Geeeperzzz !
Such character in older buildings and the neighbourhood looks great too. The lighting system though … oh my goodness! The usual thing of the idea being good on paper and then over complicated when applied to real life. The kitchen will look awesome once the changes are done. Thank you for an honest review - I burst out laughing when you were prodding the light switch!
Love the video. I love white and it does just brighten things up. Can’t wait to see the improved kitchen. On another note, I’d get rid of the lightening situation if possible. I think it would like me nuts😊
Hello Benita 🙋🏼♀️💖 I like the apartment very much and regardless of the problems with kitchen and light, the most important thing is that you feel comfortable there . Have a wonderful time . Greetings from Germany 🫶
Great information. Am in the process of downsizing to a really cute little house. There will be lots of work to be done. I was looking into a ‘smart’ system to control lighting and heating. Now I shall just use the built in timers which are not dependent on Wi-Fi. The tip about the dark oven was also really helpful. Thank you. Looking forward to seeing how things progress. Hej då 😊
Félicitations pour votre nouvel appartement !….ce qui est le plus important c’est d’abord l’emplacement et le style pour le reste vous aurez tout le loisir de le mettre à votre goût et selon vos besoins!
I prefer old fashioned fingertip and my decision making control to cellphone control. We are experiencing Stage 6 loadshedding of the electrical grid so most appliances are obsolete for hours on end. Testing our mettle!!!
I quite like the gray walls in the bedroom and kitchen cabinets. I live in Canada so I understand about it being darker in the winter. Love your new place. Lucie
Hello. Whatever you do in your videos is okay. We learn something from you watching them. That is what matters. You've got precision when you have a project. There is balance in them and almost perfection. Keep doing what you love.stay safe always.
Hallå Benita! When your electrician comes back to do the other work, have them replace all of the existing smart switches with standard, non-smart type. You can then utilize the Philips hue bulbs as needed. Looking forward to the transformation of the kitchen. I always enjoy watching your videos and thank you for sharing your life!
I so love your videos Benita, and duh you have to live in a space 6 to 12 months to get the feel of the place, your apartment is what you need right now so stay blessed and remove the negative and finish on a positive xxx
I’m a big fan of VPN protection, too, but sometimes when I have my VPN on certain apps don’t work. You may want to try disconnecting the VPN to test the lighting app.
I personally love the dark, cozy vibe, but also, I can understand it must be hard for filming. Can't wait to see how it all turns out when you change the kitchen 😀
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Benita I had a "friend" who came to my new home and for the first 10 minutes all they did was point out all the things they would have done or "how they could never live in such a stark/cold home". I told them I will do them one better and that they will never have to be subjected to such offensive surroundings and that the front door in which they walked through was an exit as well. Let us remember that the button reads "comment" not "critique".
Thank you! And 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻!
@Lisa Rhoades. Personally I love diversity of opinion - it's part of what what makes a channel like Benita's really interesting and enjoyable to be a part of. People have opinions, questions, or criticisms - I enjoy reading them all.
@@annalytic And I love that for you!😁
@@lisarhoades965 So glad you do! Opinions, different viewpoints, diverse takes on life - all make for a lively comments section.
You are free to receice or deny feedback. If someone enters my door, he/she must have a good heart with good intentions, if not he/she is just a toxic person.
The lighting issue would drive me nuts! But the apartment is so peaceful and lovely!
Luckily we're going into spring so I won't need the lights much!😅
@@BenitaLarsson cant you just change the whole switch system...It might always be at the back of your mind even if you dont often use the lights, think it might be worth changing it up if you can so it stops bugging you! That would be the kind of thing that would annoy me so I completely get you! The flat is beautiful and spacious, I like how you've kept so much of the previous furniture and just repurposed it/are using some pieces in different areas etc Thanks for sharing it with us!
I have something similar for my lights. But just like your system Benita, my system is also somewhat unpredictable and only seems to work when it feels like it !!! Hmm
When we first moved into our house the bedroom light was on the same switch as the ceiling fans. If you turned off the lights you turned off the fans. It was summer and hot so we needed the fans to sleep so every night I had to climb on the bed to unscrew the lightbulbs so I could turn off the light. It was a joyous day when we finally got that fixed.
Haha, I can see you doing your thing before going to sleep🤣
We recently found (were found by) a stray cat who is a dead ringer for your tuxedo. He even has that little side moustache white mark. He is on the couch with me right now, looking fat and happy, apparently adjusting very well to his new indoor life and really enjoying his new human servants. Your apartment is lovely and the neighborhood looks fantastic.
Aww, the half stash👌🏻
I'm so pleased he found you. x
The cat cuddles 3:33 Warms my heart, made me feel happy! 🥰
You treat Bonus the same way I treat mine, with the nose bumps and the ‘here, I think you’d like to look out the window, let me put you on your perch!’. It’s nice to feel like you have a real connection with the cat, isn’t it ? I can’t wait to see you transform your beautiful appartement to a light and airy place!
He's my man! Not always happy with twice the amount of cuddles though🤣
@@BenitaLarsson They act so offended and then get mad when you don't squish them. Cats are hilarious😂
An all white kitchen, with a light grey marble counter top, like in your last apartment will look great! I can see how frustrating it must be to keep wiping those mat cabines. Also about the electricals! Once you have all this settled, you place will be awesome.
I'll try to save the existing counter top because I really like it but there are no guarantees that it won't break when they take the kitchen apart. Fingers crossed!
I loved this best and worst of my new apartment video. Thanks to Benita for being real with us!
I'm so happy you enjoyed it!
@@BenitaLarsson is always real with us.
You've just given me the info I needed to tell my landlord (I'm a renter) why I don't want a smart lighting system. Here in NYC they're becoming the rage but I personally don't want to have excessive technology throughout my apartment because I have no interest in making my living space more complicated than it needs to be. I'm so glad you posted this vlog.
It s not complicated when it works, same as electricity actually
I’m sure other systems are just fine but I’m glad if it was helpful!
@@Karincl7 the operative phrase you stated
is; "When It Works." Listen, I'm not apposed to technology but there's a limit to which I will acquiesce my personal life to "The Borg."
We have the Phillips Hue system and uses an internet connection with a Wi-Fi router to communicate to the individual lightbulbs with voice or programming. Otherwise turning the switch on and off works as well. It’s been awesome! Especially the color bulbs and dimming options. The one in this apartment sounds like an absolute nightmare.
I have nothing but praise for all your content. No judgment from me. I love all your hard work & is too happy to have found your channel especially during covid where you help to keep me sane! All the very best to you in your new home.
Thank you so much!😊
Your new apartment has a lot of possibilities and I know you will turn it into something you love with your planned changes. The one thing you can never change is location...your new area of town is beautiful, convenient and near your loved ones. That's the most perfect part of your move!
The location is so great!
I loved the kitchen segment with Bonus, all the cuddles! Cat lover here but just lost my last one in December. 😢 Sending you both light and love! 🐈⬛😇
Thank you so much!
Cat lover here too. I know exactly the feeling. We just lost (also the last remaining one) our 15 year old kitty girl in January. 😢
@@ShayBK I’m so sorry for your loss. Our fur babies are family! Hugs to you and yours. 🥹😇💜
@@JaninaElyse Thank you and to you too! ❤
@@ShayBK 🥰
Love your apartment...the character and charm in older apartments can't be beat!
I know, so much character!
I'm so glad you mentioned the ill fitting kitchen. It was bugging me too, haha. I really wish we had the large light switches in Australia. Ours are tiny, only one finger fits on the surface. Looking forward to the upcoming changes.
So sweet to see Bonus getting cuddles.
When you can tell in a video, you know it's bad, haha!
Binary, I actually love the contrast of the dark colours. But it’s not my home and you will make the decisions that meet how you want to live. That’s why I’m here; I love your videos and experiencing your Scandinavian life! Thanks so much. ❤
I’m so happy you enjoy the videos!
I like the feature of a hidden exhaust fan and love the decorative crown moldings and the medallions around the ceiling lights - they add character. White cabinetry in the kitchen will make a big difference with the ambiance and like you I would also take it apart and redo; so true that once you see it you can't be unseen❤ Your new home is looking rather welcoming already!
Thank you, I do love it here!
I absolutely love the old world character of your apartment and your neighborhood looks so fun. Glad you’re overall happy and the things you are not happy with are totally fixable :)
On a whole it’s amazing here!
Hello Benita! 😃 I love your neighborhood - everything is walking distance, such cute shops! I really like the layout of your new place - lots of light! I love the color of your kitchen - I guess I like dark and gloomy - but there is enough light for me. I love rainy days, maybe that explains why I love that color. ❤ The changes that you will be making to your kitchen area will look beautiful! Having to use the app for my lighting would be frustrating for me, at the very least - I would not like it at all. Enjoy your day, Benita 🌸💮🌸
Thank you so much for watching again and for always commenting, I really appreciate it!
Smart devices aren't always smart! Your lighting situation and cabinetry would drive me nuts. I like simple but efficient and it can ruin your whole day when those go wrong. But, lovely apartment and great neighborhood! Charming.
True words! Thank you!
My goodness, people are so odd. Sorry that they bothered you about light in a Swedish apartment. I am glad that you addressed it so that people will think about cutting you (and everyone) slack all of the time. Your new home is lovely and I hope that you can fix the app/light switch situation...that would make me bonkers too.
Oh Benita that’s exactly why my husband and I are avoiding the Canadian version of a smart phone- security & lights plus heating all depends on the internet which goes out occasionally and always unexpectedly!!! PS the white kitchen will be lovely!
I can't wait for the kitchen to be white! So excited!
I know what you mean, my friend’s home in Canada is all on an app for the heating, so he can put the heat down and up when he is away and have it just right when he comes home. I just can’t get used to computerized switches. My old apartment I live in still has a fuse box, no breakers. But I am renting so hope change on that coming in the future
I actually love the soft light and darker colours! I live in the tropics with harsh bright light much of the time, and I love seeing gentle grey landscapes and interiors.
With our long winters I need as much brightness as I can get 😅
Yay for the new kitchen and professional installation. It will be terrific and bright! And yes to manual light switches 🤨 I love your new place and the area. Lucky you❤️
I do feel very lucky!
We were kind of spoiled by your last apartment because you have such an eye for decorating, as well as being a talented DIYer. It will be interesting to watch you make improvements to your new-old place 🏡.
Hopefully that hasn’t changed. But making a home takes time so you’ll have to bear with me.
Although we are a bazillion miles away from each other Benita, there is one thing we both have in common, if something isn't right or not in place, we are unhappy. I'm very picky about things. We all must live to be happy with our living space, or we are just not happy people at all. P.S. Your hair has grown back so beautifully after chemo last year. Renee` From the USA.💓💓🥰🥰
Thank you so much!
It sounds like your kitchen will be much more you're style soon; exciting! It's a good reminder of how much colour effects the mood of a space.
Your videos are always so inspiring. Thanks for sharing your work.
Thank you so much for watching!
It will all come together and is already cozy and lovely. I had a stressful day yesterday and viewed some of your older videos and was instantly calmer. Know, you make a difference ❤
Aww, I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you!
Hello Benita from sunny Austin, Texas! You have a wonderful apt that will be even more beautiful once you have the changes in place that make you happy. Disappointing that negative Nellies are even part of your community since most of us have so much in common regarding style and way of life as you. Your style, life attitude, and outlook continue to inspire regardless whether the paint color or lighting of your home is darker than it previously was. You will do what you like when you choose and that is awesome! Enjoy the season and I look forward to your upcoming videos! P.S. I'm curious: Do you miss the museum you used to take us along via A Day in the Life? Is it closer or further away from your new home? 🌷🌷🌷
Thank you! Do you mean the Museum of middle eastern antiquities? I go to lots of museums 😅 I haven’t been to that one for a while but it’s actually close to where I live now! I’m sure I’ll end up there with a friend soon again!
@@BenitaLarsson I think that's the one! You've vlogged from there alone and with your friend. Wonderful exhibits and lovely gift shop and cafe as well.
I actually like the color of the kitchen and the bedroom! It adds depth and character into a lighter apartment, also the color is very natural, as If you’re in the forest! 🌳 works well with all the wood furniture you have. I used to love white everything, but I’m so sick of it personally, so I enjoyed your new videos, that were a bit more contrasty.
But light situation is absolutely disappointing, it would drive me craaaaazy.
I don’t mind the colors of either. I just don’t want them in my home and work spaces 😅
I have a similar kitchen and the cabinets were also poorly installed. Hopefully one day I can get them fixed. I’ll be very interested to watch the changes in yours. Beautiful home 🥰
I can't wait for the guy to come and fix them. Will try and share the process if he'll allow me to film it.
I loved your old place so much ,and the pretty outdoor space you had was lovely, but change can be nice and being near friends and family makes a difference, looking forward to seeing how you put your stamp on your new home.
Thank you so much for watching!
Good to see you and Bonus settling in, Benita! That lighting system looks a real pain. No problems watching you with less light. As you say, it's February and still winter!
I love the openness of your new apartment and the beautiful neighbourhood you’re now living in. I think that a white kitchen and lighter coloured walls will give the apartment a huge facelift. It will really bring the light in. I love your bond with Bonus. Now that Mini is gone, you’re probably forming an even closer bond than what you already had. I guess you’re both missing Mini. Also, from my experience, male cats are more demonstrative with their affection. ❤️🐈🐈⬛🪷
He’s reluctantly accepting twice the amount of my cuddles 😅
I love a white kitchen! It makes the room seem so much lighter and brighter so don’t blame you for wanting to change those green cabinets! So exciting watching the changes you make. Your “walking” neighborhood is great. I have to drive to shop or find a restaurant. 😙 for Bonus
I love this neighborhood so much! I feel so at home here!😊
Everything looks so nice Benita. You did a great job and I'm sure once you have the cabinets done and the weird electrical fixed you will have a wonderful time in the new apt!
I'm already having a wonderful time here but when the kitchen is done it'll be👌🏻
Benita, you are so real and honest and these qualities along with your incredible sense/ knowledge of style and peace is what I value about your channel. Thank you for your hard work❤
Thank you, I appreciate it!😊
It’s a lovely place. I understand your irritation with the lights. I apt for simplicity whenever possible. Just because we can make something complicated doesn’t mean we should! 😊
I like your new kitchen ideas. I always thought I wouldn't like a smart house, I'd rather just do things manually. Now I know for sure that it's more trouble than it's worth! I used to like the idea of a matt kitchen, but after seeing how much light they absorb, maybe not. Your floors are so pretty, and the high ceilings make the space seem open and comfortable.
It is very open and comfy here!🙌🏻
I am so glad you are so happy in your new home. It’s fun to see how you set up/adapt/change things. ❤Bonus 🐱
Thank you for following along as I do so!
I LOVE the oldness of the place. It’s so unique
I love it too! So much character!
I love your new apartment. I can also understand the wooden floors problem as I have the same floors in my flat. Nothing stands straight, and event if I manage to level something up (my fridge, for instance), with time it "moves". But just like you - I love old buildings 😊
That’s what you get in an older building, but then you also get all the character, right?🙌🏻
On the positive note with all those cons you mentioned, I'm actually excited for all the changes that will take place as you figure things out. 💙 Thanks for sharing ✨
I’m so excited too!
My kitchen (in Oslo) is from the 60’s, so your kitchen looks super straight to me 🙈 But I feel you, straight and smooth drawers are a big part of my day dreams!
What a great home, and what a lovely neighbourhood. The library is to die for! Congratulations on this new chapter of your life. Love from Spain ❤
Hey Benita, another beautifully filmed video, reflecting as it does your northerly latitude and older apartment lighting situation ( dig at the crazies there). I love your approach of ' focus on the very real positives, have a plan to fix the less than perfect ' - new walks, friends on hand, that cosiness of moving back to an old stomping ground - and making the glorious bones of your home even more stylish, elegant and personal. All these greatly outweigh the ( pretty frustrating! 😜) lighting and wonky kitchen. Always a joy to watch your journey, you give me much food for thought 🌼
Thank you so much!😊
I really dislike technical stuff, it’s quicker just to press the switch! you will soon get it all sorted x
Hello my lovely friend, love , love your videos. I'm with you totally on people giving you some slack.... take your time. We just recently moved into a newer condo and don't regret it at all. We lived in a much older one before and we could hear everything, so this newer place, not a peep lol. Have an awesome week. Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤
Congratulations on your move!
Bonus is so cute...giving you a kitty greeting by smell of breath. The big cat also do this same greeting of each other.
I really love your apartment Benita, it’s already coming together & looks really calm & tranquil. But yes the lighting system would drive me nuts! I’m sure you’ll manage to sort it out though 👍
I’ll save sorting it out until next dark season I think. We’re heading into spring and ceiling lights won’t be needed for a long while😊
Beautiful apartment! And I love the pop of color you cabinets and bedroom wall give. What’s funny is that your kitchen cabinets photograph so beautifully, and then you showed us the flaws 😂. I’m glad you really enjoy your new/ old neighborhood! Looks lovely!
It’s so nice to be back here!
Most interesting. It always takes some time of living in a new home to work out what needs updating or changing of leaving as it is. To live in your old stomping grounds is wonderful and being so much closer to family and friends is so important and very exciting to be able to get out daily and just wander about in the city.
The cat is going to be so happy to be able to get outside when the weather improves and you have the cattio in place as I am sure it misses its dear friend. I hope you have a wonderful day. 🙂
Thank you, we just had snow again but hopefully we'll have warmer weather by late March!
@@BenitaLarsson I always think it would be fun to see snow. I always had a dream of making a snowman, make a snow angel or to even have a snowball fight. atm I am still awake at am as it is too hot to sleep. lol
Hooray for the lighter kitchen and the light colored walls!!! Can't wait !
Thank you for sharing the ins, outs, ups and downs of your new apartment. I so look forward to seeing whats new and hearing the future plans!
Thank you so much for the encouragement! I really appreciate it!
So many beautiful details in your new space. I am excited to see your kitchen upgrade and how your apartment looks when the daylight is longer. Your new neighborhood is lovely!
Thank you so much!
I can well appreciate your frustration with the lighting and the cabinets. Happy you can momentarily escape it at a local cafe with a friend :)
I love that my friends are so close by 😊
I love seeing your beautiful interactions with your kitty. x
He’s my best boy😊
The lighting situation would drive me nuts too, I don't mind the rant! We recently were invited by friends who had connected LEDs in their flat and the lightning was so awful it made me feel sick. I just could not wait to get home to my warm and indirect lights. And to think they want entire houses and appliances connected - good grief! Progress does not always mean better.
I totally agree with you!
Amen!
The apartment is really coming along! I love that you have a Feliway plug-in for Bonus. Life is so stressful for cats when we move and losing Mini was hard on both of you💔 Thank you for sharing your home with us.
I had them in my old place before I moved and now here. Phasing them out now that we’ve been here for a while. Will keep one though.
Your videos provide me with a sense of calm when I am feeling overstimulated or anxious. Thank you, Benita!
Dear Benita, I am happy that you are happy in your new apartment. I think that these are only details and you will find a solution. Important is that you are happy and the moving is over. I am happy every time I see a new video from you.
Thank you so much for watching!
I loved this video. You are being honest. When I moved into my renovated 1979 home I found switches to no where. Very frustating. Every place we move into has issues. You will have your kitchen looking fine and perfect for you soon. LOVE your kitty...he is adorable.
Every place does have issues to start with and not a problem in the long run!
Thank you! Bonus looks happy and content in the beautiful new apartment, it is so nice.
I am sorry about Mini and miss seeing her. ♥
She was such a sweetie!
Hi Benita, i love your apartment. There is so much more character in old builds. I can't wait to see the transformation xx
Thank you so much for following along!
Your floors are gorgeous and I love the natural look of them. The windows and molding are also divine. A white kitchen will be a Benita Classic, and another Pro. Your neighbourhood is dreamy.
Thanks so much! 😊
Thanks Benita, I think your apartment is absolutely gorgeous. There are always things we want to change and the light situation is really very necessary.
At some point I’ll have someone to come and take a proper look!
Your kitchen will look really nice in white, excited to see it 🤩
Thank you, I'm so excited to see it transformed!
Your new home is gorgeous!
Thank you so much!
I owned a home for 21 years with crooked cabinets in the bathroom. They drove me crazy. However, the rest of the house was a perfect fit for me. I think your new home is wonderful.
Thank you! Luckily I’m able to get the kitchen fixed😅
Can't wait for a neighborhood tour. This was great. And I loved the pushback on the lighting comments! Some people must think it's all about entertainment and forget that this is your home 🏡
Exactly! Thank you so much for that!
You are amazing Benita, your place and neighborhood are lovely. Kudos!
Aww, thank you so much!
Quelle douce vidéo, cette musique est relaxante. Merci !
Voir les avantages et inconvénients maintenant est une bonne idée pour établir la liste des prochaines vidéos 😄 ! Ça va être chouette de voir l’évolution lumineuse et pratique de ce joli appartement 👍🏻
Bonne journée !
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I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Your new place is sooo lovely! Those floors are gorgeous 😍-and I can’t wait to see what you do with that balcony❤️-also the kitchen cabinet color change in the kitchen will make it more “you”! And fixing that wonky install will make it feel more elegant.
BUT that lighting issue would make me INSANE!! I got angry just watching you fiddle with it!!! WHY???? How hard is it to turn on a light? Why make it complicated?? Ugh!!!! I would have an electrician in there 5 minutes after I saw that mess! 😂😂lol…
So looking forward to the future updates and as you turn this into your style. Love your channel.
Thank you! I’m saving the lighting situation until our next dark season. Won’t be needing any overhead light until probably September!
So happy you are near family and friends now. I too have an old apartment with wonky lines. Its quirky, but after you get it all fixed the way you want, you will be set in a beautiful space! These adjustments make the channel real and helpful for people who live in real spaces with their own best /worst list. These discoveries enhance the channel to appeal to more people. We are learning right along with you. Thank you for sharing this journey with us!
Your apartment is beautiful and so peaceful. I can't wait to see how you set up your balcony. And tell me, where is your litterbox?
Thank you, can’t wait for the weather to get warmer! The litter box is behind a door in the kitchen/office.
@@BenitaLarsson Very nice! I have a multi-cat household so I am always interested to see where others put their boxes. Looking forward to all of your videos!
Love the new sofa!
Thank you, it’s so comfortable!
Love the way you’ve offset the artwork off of the sofa! Quirky but it works! 😍😍😍
Thank you so much!
Looking forward to seeing your new kitchen cabinets and to seeing your balcony video this spring! It’s good that we have things to look forward to! I think you’re doing great! ❤😊
Thank you so much!
I completely agree the lighting situation would be so frustrating! Just give me old fashion switches any day. lol
I do like the shade of green on your cabinets but I get the desire to have it lighter in there and the spots would drive me nuts too. Great new place!!
I do love it here despite these few minor things😊
Your lighting and photography have been as beautiful as ever. People are so weird. They can adjust the brightness on their screens if it bothers them so much, lol!
Haha, thank you so much!
Can we all just take a moment and marvel at Benita’s musical voice ? So enchanting ! I love it! Regards from New York ! Liz
PS oooh dear those LIGHTS ! Will you be able to remove that dreadful system ? Geeeperzzz !
I’ll try and deal with it this fall when I need lights again 😅
Such character in older buildings and the neighbourhood looks great too. The lighting system though … oh my goodness! The usual thing of the idea being good on paper and then over complicated when applied to real life. The kitchen will look awesome once the changes are done. Thank you for an honest review - I burst out laughing when you were prodding the light switch!
Thanks for sharing your lovely old apartment. 😊
Thank you so much for watching!
Love the video. I love white and it does just brighten things up. Can’t wait to see the improved kitchen. On another note, I’d get rid of the lightening situation if possible. I think it would like me nuts😊
So excited to get the kitchen fixed! Saving the lighting situation for next fall because we're heading into a season where no light are needed😊
Hello Benita 🙋🏼♀️💖
I like the apartment very much and regardless of the problems with kitchen and light, the most important thing is that you feel comfortable there . Have a wonderful time . Greetings from Germany 🫶
Thank you, I do love it here!
Such a gorgeous space, it has a beautiful vibe :) Looking fwd to your updates!
I love your new home especially the high ceilings and the wood floors, the big windows, too. Congratulations!
Thanks so much! 😊 I do love it here!
Great information. Am in the process of downsizing to a really cute little house. There will be lots of work to be done. I was looking into a ‘smart’ system to control lighting and heating. Now I shall just use the built in timers which are not dependent on Wi-Fi. The tip about the dark oven was also really helpful. Thank you. Looking forward to seeing how things progress. Hej då 😊
Cute little house sound wonderful! Happy if my video was helpful!
Félicitations pour votre nouvel appartement !….ce qui est le plus important c’est d’abord l’emplacement et le style pour le reste vous aurez tout le loisir de le mettre à votre goût et selon vos besoins!
Merci! And yes, there’s plenty of time to make adjustments!
I prefer old fashioned fingertip and my decision making control to cellphone control. We are experiencing Stage 6 loadshedding of the electrical grid so most appliances are obsolete for hours on end. Testing our mettle!!!
Love everything about your new home Benita. How wonderful to step out into such a lovely neighbourhood.
It’s such a nice area to run my errands in!
I quite like the gray walls in the bedroom and kitchen cabinets. I live in Canada so I understand about it being darker in the winter. Love your new place. Lucie
Yes, over here I need all the light I can get!😊
Hello. Whatever you do in your videos is okay. We learn something from you watching them. That is what matters. You've got precision when you have a project. There is balance in them and almost perfection. Keep doing what you love.stay safe always.
Hallå Benita! When your electrician comes back to do the other work, have them replace all of the existing smart switches with standard, non-smart type. You can then utilize the Philips hue bulbs as needed. Looking forward to the transformation of the kitchen. I always enjoy watching your videos and thank you for sharing your life!
Thanks for the tip! I’ll be sure to ask if it can be done without adding wires.
Thank you very much, dear Benita!
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I enjoy your TH-cam & Instagram with this new apartment. 👍❤️🤗 Fun to see what you do- I loved the last place too. Lots of ideas and inspiration.
Thank you so much! 😊
I so love your videos Benita, and duh you have to live in a space 6 to 12 months to get the feel of the place, your apartment is what you need right now so stay blessed and remove the negative and finish on a positive xxx
I’m a big fan of VPN protection, too, but sometimes when I have my VPN on certain apps don’t work. You may want to try disconnecting the VPN to test the lighting app.
Thanks for the tip but I know it’s not the issue!
@@BenitaLarsson Sorry the idea didn't help. But the apartment does look lovely. Wishing you joy and happiness.
Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much for watching!
I personally love the dark, cozy vibe, but also, I can understand it must be hard for filming. Can't wait to see how it all turns out when you change the kitchen 😀
Thank you so much! Will share the process!