At Fowlescombe Farm: Swedish Craftsmanship from Grythyttan Stålmöbler styled in the Historic Devon Countryside
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Set within the rolling hills of South Devon, Fowlescombe Farm is a place where landscape, food and high-end design come together. The historic estate has been carefully restored as a luxury regenerative farm retreat, where guests are invited to reconnect with the rhythms of nature. Meadows roll down towards wooded valleys, the kitchen garden hums with seasonal produce, and the architecture quietly balances heritage with contemporary comfort.
Throughout the retreat, natural materials and design (understated, with just the right hint of luxury) help the buildings sit gently within the landscape, as if they always belonged there. It’s a philosophy that extends into the grounds and garden too, where timeless outdoor furniture pieces provide spaces for guests to gather, dine and pause to enjoy the surrounding views.
A fitting choice for this setting is the outdoor furniture from Swedish makers Grythyttan Stålmöbler, whose designs have long been associated with Scandinavian outdoor living. Since the late 19th century, Grythyttan has produced furniture that celebrates skilled craftsmanship and timeless design. Their pieces are not just designed to furnish a space, but to become part of it for generations.
Grythyttan’s iconic collections combine solid steel frames with beautifully crafted wooden slats. The materials weather naturally over time, gaining character as they age. This is a quality that feels particularly at home within Fowlescombe’s historic farm setting, allowing them to become special features within its backdrop.
On the terrace overlooking the Devonshire countryside, Grythyttan Stålmöbler A3 Sunloungers are positioned to take full advantage of the sweeping landscape. Their open aesthetic invites quiet morning coffees, slow afternoons in the sun, or evening drinks as the light fades over the rolling hills.
These are paired with matching A3 Footstools, offering a place for guests to put their feet up as they relax, or double up as side tables for placing books or drinks.
Featuring the Grythyttan Stalmobler A3 Sunlounger
Elsewhere on the farm, Grythyttan Stålmöbler B31 Tables are paired with A2 Armchairs, one of Grythyttan’s most recognisable designs. Set inside the estate’s glasshouse, the pieces combine to create a welcoming space for communal meals. Surrounded by greenery and flooded with natural light, the setting reflects the retreat’s ethos of bringing people together through food produced within the grounds and shared experiences. The honest materials and traditional design language of Grythyttan Stålmöbler furniture complement the environment beautifully, echoing the farm’s wider approach to sustainability and longevity.
Within a restored barn, B31 Tables are joined together, creating a grand dining setting. The tables are dressed with crisp linen, fresh foliage sourced from the farm grounds and flickering candles to illuminate.
The A2 Armchairs offer a comfortable seat for guests, their sprung steel frames creating a gentle flex for an enjoyable experience at the table. Fresh farm-to-plate food, beautiful surroundings, a relaxed dining setting and flowing conversation all come together to create a memorable experience that will be treasured for years to come.
What makes this pairing so natural is the shared sensibility between place and design. Grythyttan Stålmöbler furniture has always been intended for life outdoors. It looks undeniably at home in gardens, parks and countryside settings. The durable construction and materials that last a lifetime come together with the traditional and timeless nature of its design. At Fowlescombe Farm, those qualities feel entirely aligned with the retreat’s philosophy of thoughtful, regenerative living.
Within this setting, furniture is not simply decorative, nor is it purely functional. Instead, the pieces have been chosen to become part of the experience, offering somewhere to sit, gather and take in the quiet beauty of the Devon countryside. They work in harmony with the landscape, gently giving something to the setting – a philosophy that embodies everything that Fowlescombe Farm do.
Written by Stephanie Keel:
A lover of good design and recently a new resident to Ludlow life, Stephanie is our in house copywriter, documenting everything from her favourite parts of the product to the beautiful interiors you’d find them in. You’ll often find her in a well-designed coffee shop, with laptop in hand.