Villa Kusten, Private residence in Stockholm Municipality, Sweden
Villa Kusten is a private residence on North Djurgården along Kaknäsvägen street in Stockholm, marked by its red painted cottage that once housed workers. The main building spans roughly 448 square meters and features a bay window facing south and a veranda overlooking Lilla Värtan inlet.
Ernest Thiel purchased this property in 1924 after departing Villa Eolskulle, which later transformed into the renowned Thielska Gallery. The change of ownership marked a shift in the property's use and significance within Stockholm's cultural landscape.
The name Villa Kusten refers to its coastal position, and the waterfront veranda shows how residents designed their homes to embrace the shoreline views. This arrangement reflects how Stockholm families valued direct connections to the water in their private spaces.
The property sits along a main street on Djurgården, making it easily visible from the road. Since this is a private residence, visitors can observe it from outside but cannot access the interior or grounds.
The land gained importance in the 1860s when King Karl XV granted it to bank commissioner Carl Peter Dahlgren, whose family maintained strong ties to Stockholm's financial circles. This royal favor shaped the property's standing from its earliest days.
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