About Hygge & Heilsa

Hygge & Heilsa is more than a lifestyle—it’s a philosophy shaped by years of meaningful experience, cultural immersion, and the pursuit of intentional well-being.

Long before the Ferleman Gallery took shape, Tom and Becky Ferleman spent a defining chapter of their lives living at Vallée les Etoiles in southern Belgium. From this peaceful corner of the countryside, they explored the richness of Europe—skiing the untouched slopes of the Swiss Alps, raising steins at Oktoberfest in Bavaria, wandering through the French countryside, and savoring just-caught calamari along the Adriatic coast. Evenings were spent in lively London pubs, trading stories with strangers who quickly became friends. Each journey was marked not only by indulgence, but by connection, curiosity, and a deepening appreciation for the art of living well.

They didn’t just collect souvenirs—they gathered inspiration. Those experiences became the earliest expressions of ART | MUSIC | LIFE and quietly laid the foundation for what would later become the Ferleman Gallery.

Over time, the gallery evolved beyond its walls. It grew into a living ecosystem—hosting exhibitions, artist interviews, live performances, culinary experiments, cocktails, and unforgettable travel experiences. What emerged was not a brand, but a way of being. Hygge & Heilsa became the natural extension of the gallery’s spirit: a celebration of beauty, depth, and joy in all its forms.

Rooted in over three decades of global travel, artistic collaboration, and professional leadership in some of the world’s most innovative companies, Hygge & Heilsa reflects the Ferlemans’ enduring commitment to thoughtful living. It is the culmination of a lifelong journey through theology, philosophy, science, and the arts—woven into a lifestyle that values connection, curiosity, and the gentle rhythm of a life well lived.

Inspired by its namesake concepts from Scandinavia:

Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) is the Danish art of cozy contentment—candlelight dinners, shared meals, fireside conversations, and the quiet pleasures of everyday life.

Heilsa, an Old Norse word, speaks to holistic health and wholeness—harmony of body, mind, and spirit, grounded in both inner peace and outward connection.

Together, Hygge & Heilsa is an invitation.

To slow down. To savor. To live with meaning.

Whether through food and drink, art and music, travel or simple moments of rest, this is a life rooted in place, rich with character, and always worth remembering.