This winter, the Swiss brand Vitra invites us to take a look behind the doors of three homes, all as different as their residents. In this story, we meet the family of Adeline and Florent Maillet, who left the city to build their ideal home in touch with nature. Read more
In this column, Avotakka’s editorial staff talk about design items and interior solutions that work great in their own homes. In editor-in-chief Kari-Otso Nevaluoma’s bedroom, for example, peace and tranquility reign supreme, thanks in part to just the right amount of pink. Read more
The Breathing Colour exhibition by Hella Jongerius dives into the design star’s studies on how lighting, shapes, and materials affect the way colors are perceived. With the exhibition, Jongerius also aims to stir conversation about the current color standards of the design industry. Read more
Aoi Yoshizawa designed the gradient Saari pattern for Lapuan Kankurit. Interviewed by Design Stories, Yoshizawa talks about the stages of the design process and the magical views from the Harakka island in Helsinki. Read more
Whether you are a passionate griller or the occasional campfire chef, summer food is a delight to prepare and serve in style with quality barbecue equipment. We have chosen some excellent items from the Finnish Design Shop selection. Read more
Mom has earned her gifts. Little, everyday luxuries, beautiful practical products and durable classics always make fantastic presents. We put together seven tips on gifts for mom, covering a range of preferences and budgets. Read more
In her master's project, designer Omayra Maymó collaborated with Danish brand New Works to find ways of bringing individuality and character to industrial production. We interviewed the Spanish designer to learn more about the demanding undertaking and the Pleat pitcher that resulted from it. Read more
Vitra's new full-length documentary film Chair Times takes you on a journey to the history of seating. You can also embark on a literary voyage into design history with Vitra – the Atlas of Furniture Design is packed with over 1000 pages and nearly 5 kilos of in-depth information. Read more
Interior designer Maija Rasila describes her favorite products and styles in her Favorites of the month column for Design Stories. This March, she’s inspired by brightly colored details and furniture. Read more
This summer, the village of Fiskars lets you enjoy the traditional ironworks setting as well as modern art and design. The three main exhibitions of the Fiskars Village Art & Design Biennale, organised for the first time in the summer of 2019, were curated by Jasper Morrison, Anniina Koivu and Jenni Nurmenniemi. Read more
The Finnish Design Shop team checked out the new products at the largest design event in Europe, the Salone del Mobile furniture fair in Milan. The current trends included classical materials and the clean lines of the Bauhaus school that turns 100 this year. View our favorites from Milan! Read more
Finnish Design Shop's team visited the Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair to learn about this spring's new products and trends. Check out our favourites among our suppliers' selections! Read more