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September 12, 2026
How ‘egalitarian’ Sweden became more comfortable with wealth
Economy

How ‘egalitarian’ Sweden became more comfortable with wealth

From Scandinavian Roots to European Runways and Living Rooms: How Swedish Design Endures
Culture

From Scandinavian Roots to European Runways and Living Rooms: How Swedish Design Endures

Norse Mythology and Viking History Drive a New Wave of Scandinavian Cultural Exports
Culture

Norse Mythology and Viking History Drive a New Wave of Scandinavian Cultural Exports

Economy

How ‘egalitarian’ Sweden became more comfortable with wealth

After the end of its wealth tax came a newfound ‘wealth porn’.

Håkan Johansson
September 9, 2026
How ‘egalitarian’ Sweden became more comfortable with wealth
Culture

From Scandinavian Roots to European Runways and Living Rooms: How Swedish Design Endures

Sweden's design tradition, rooted in principles of simplicity, functionality, and craftsmanship, continues to influence architecture, fashion, and consumer goods across Europe. From flat-pack furniture to high-end fashion houses, Swedish aesthetics have become embedded in the continent's visual and commercial culture.

Culture

Norse Mythology and Viking History Drive a New Wave of Scandinavian Cultural Exports

Sweden's deep-rooted Viking heritage has become a significant source of inspiration for contemporary writers, filmmakers, and game developers. The country's historical legacy increasingly shapes narratives that reach global audiences across multiple entertainment platforms.

Travel

Sweden's Island Chains Draw a New Wave of Nordic Travelers

Sweden's vast archipelagos, stretching along its Baltic and western coasts, have emerged as a distinct travel category within Scandinavia. Visitors increasingly seek out these island networks for their combination of accessible wilderness, maritime heritage, and low-density tourism.

Travel

Sweden's Rail Network Opens Pathways to Remote Nordic Landscapes

Sweden's extensive railway system connects urban centres to vast stretches of wilderness, offering travellers direct access to forests, mountain ranges, and Arctic terrain. The country's rail infrastructure has positioned train travel as a primary means of exploring some of Northern Europe's most isolated regions.

Sweden