Danish design studio Aspekt Office creates more than just products; they craft entire worlds where experimentation and functionality meet. Design Stories visited their Copenhagen studio – come along for a glimpse inside! Read the story
When Malin Glemme couldn’t find the perfect rug, she decided to design one herself – and LAYERED was born. Today, the brand is celebrated for its bold and artistic rugs that redefine Scandinavian interiors. Read Design Stories’ interview to learn how LAYERED became a design trendsetter and what makes its rugs truly unique. Read the story
What is it like to work with the beloved Moomins every day? Annika Tickle knows firsthand. Her team is behind Moomin Arabia’s latest Moomin tableware and home textiles, transforming Tove Jansson’s original illustrations into playful, modern-day collectibles. Design Stories had the pleasure of meeting Annika – read on for our exclusive interview! Read the story
Alessandro Sarfatti, founder of the lighting company Astep, aims to make a difference by doing things as well as he possibly can. Design Stories caught up with Sarfatti – read the exclusive interview and discover Astep’s captivating lighting designs! Read the story
The Swedish brand Wästberg creates minimalist designer lamps that bring subtle and adaptable illumination to any space. Design Stories had the pleasure of meeting Magnus Wästberg at the company’s Malmö office – discover the inspiring designs in our exclusive feature! Read the story
The Danish design brand GUBI is reviving the lamps of Finnish designer Paavo Tynell and boldly introducing them to a global audience. GUBI’s Chief Brand Officer, Marie Kristine Schmidt, shares her insights into this shared journey. Read the story
The work of British designer John Tree can be found in the collections of HAY, Muuto, and Nine – and now also in Finnish brand Vaarnii’s product range. For Tree, design is about problem-solving, where ideas ultimately find their own path. Read John Tree’s exclusive interview on Design Stories! Read the story
Simon Legald, the creative force behind best-selling designs like the Form Chair, Bit Stool, and Block Table, works as Head of Design at the Danish brand Normann Copenhagen. Design Stories sat down with Simon to chat about his journey and the creative process behind these beloved pieces – join us for an exclusive look into his world! Read the story
PELATA pieces launched in 2024 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Finnish Design Shop. Crafted by celebrated Nordic designers, the wooden games and instruments are the perfect excuse to bring friends together. We caught up with TAF Studio, Anderssen & Voll, Studio Tolvanen, and Kaksikko to get the inside scoop. Read the story
As a little boy, licking stamps for the invoices of his mother's company, Joakim Jusélius most likely could not foresee one day being the owner of Secto Design. Discover what’s new for the family-run lighting company that trusts in sustainable Finnish manufacturing, including the new Kumulo pendant. Read the story
Designed by Swedish Note Design Studio, the Sine outdoor furniture combines practicality and elegant colors with stylish yet casual design. Design Stories visited Note Design Studio in Stockholm – read our exclusive interview and check out the new Sine furniture! Read the story
“At the heart of Iittala has always been an experimental, open-minded, and bold approach to design,” says Iittala’s creative director Janni Vepsäläinen. Read the exclusive Design Stories interview to find out how the beloved Finnish brand was revamped, logo included – and what Vepsäläinen’s own Iittala favorites are! Read the story
Stine Liv Buur, who is in charge of Vitra’s classic furniture collection, is in her dream job where she gets to delve into design archives. The furniture created by Charles & Ray Eames are a passion for her but at the moment, however, the most important thing is the sustainability of the Eames collection. Read the story
In the poster competition organized to celebrate the anniversaries of the Paimio Sanatorium Foundation and Grafia, the Association of Visual Communication Designers in Finland, the participants were invited to interpret Aino and Alvar Aalto’s vision of the human relationship with the environment, architecture and design. We asked the designers awarded in the poster competition what inspires them most about the Aaltos’ design legacy. Read the story
Swedish designer Fredrik Paulsen and Finnish furniture manufacturer Vaarnii share not only a similar set of values but also an enduring love for pine. In Design Stories’ interview, the DIY and counterculture advocate talks about his journey into the world of design and his new 001 stool for Vaarnii. Read the story
Anni Korkman, the Program Director of Helsinki Design Week, sees the sustainability shift in the design industry as an opportunity to challenge our notions of beauty. She also hopes to create space for a more diverse group of creators. See what events Anni Korkman recommends from the 2023 program – and how Finnish Design Shop is involved! Read the story
