Picture this a grand villa standing proudly in Stockholm’s Diplomatstaden. This is Villa Hjort a testament to a bygone era. Built between 1929 and 1930 it was commissioned by the industrialist Berndt August Hjorth founder of the Bahco Group.
Villa Hjort is more than just a beautiful building. It’s a piece of Stockholm’s history. Its simple yet elegant design reflects the architectural style of its time. The villa’s cube-like shape and red brick facade blend seamlessly with the surrounding Diplomatstaden villas. The original plans reveal a functional layout. There was an entrance hall a main hall a living room and a study on the ground floor. An annex housed the kitchen staff quarters and a dining room. Upstairs were the bedrooms a dressing room and a bathroom.
Initially the land belonged to Countess H S Lewenhaupt. Berndt August Hjorth acquired it sometime after 1924. The initial building permit application in 1926 was rejected. The location and size of the building were not approved. A revised application was submitted and approved in 1927. The villa stands on a large plot of land at the corner of Dag Hammarskjölds väg and Nobelgatan.
After Berndt August Hjorth’s death his daughter Greta and her husband Hugo Duhs inherited Villa Hjort. In 1965 the Turkish state purchased the property. It served as both the Turkish embassy and the ambassador’s residence. Since 1995 it has functioned solely as the ambassador’s residence. The embassy itself is now located in Villa Bonde.
Imagine stepping inside Villa Hjort. Picture the elegant rooms the polished floors the grand staircase. Sense the history that permeates its walls. It’s more than just a house. It’s a legacy. A reminder of Stockholm’s rich past and its connection to influential figures like Berndt August Hjorth. It whispers stories of grand parties diplomatic events and family gatherings. Villa Hjort a silent observer of Stockholm’s ever-changing landscape. A place where history meets modernity.