This fall, Vitra has launched a whole bunch of delicious new items from the archives of Jean Prouvé. The French designer and architect has been relatively unknown outside his home country of France until now, but these new arrivals are sure to give a good picture of his work and design philosophy. Take a look at our picks and fall in love with Jean Prouvé! Read more
French designer Jean Prouvé was a multi-talented pioneer whose significance has only been realized in recent decades. Design Stories traveled to Prouvé's hometown of Nancy to meet his daughter Catherine, who is passionate about preserving her father's design legacy. Read more
Now there’s also color in outdoor furniture! Showroom Manager and interior architect Maija Rasila introduces the most interesting items in our showroom’s new summer exhibition. In addition to the latest outdoor furniture and summer home decor products, there is also inspiration from Italy, trendy bright green accents, and some carefree summer atmosphere. Read more
Summer is just around the corner, but after seeing a sneak peek at Milan design week, we at Design Stories are already dreaming of Marimekko’s fall launches. In addition to the Sabine Finkenauer collaboration we admired at the Marimekko exhibition in Milan, the brand’s pre-fall home collection will feature bold colors, natural materials, and an all-new glassware series. Read more
In the color palette of this beautifully restored home in Stockholm, hues of rhubarb, masala, truffle and oatmeal take turns. Luscious salmon-red tiles and wild floral wallpaper have also claimed their own spaces in interior designer Gabriella Gullberg’s home, showcasing her confident choices. Read more
“Pieces you might acquire through different phases of life add stories to the space you live in,” believe Daniel Chew and Rebecca Ting, founders of the fashion brand Beyond The Vines. Design Stories had the pleasure to meet the family in their home in Singapore. Read more
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
Design Stories caught up with interior designer Naoko Takenouchi and architect Marc Webb in their home in Singapore. The Scandi-style interior is complemented by rich natural light, gracefully aged materials and lush, hanging greenery. Read more
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 Hamburg-based artist Paul Schrader who has created a studio and home for himself and his art. Read more
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 the first story, we will visit the house of art collectors Karin and Xavier Donck in the old quarter of Ghent, Belgium. Read more
For Italian-born Stefania, their home in Helsinki is a playground for the whole family, where you simply cannot have enough color and art. Their love for high-quality design can be seen in all their choices. Read more
The fall 2022 exhibition in Finnish Design Shop’s showroom was inspired by the intersection of classic and contemporary design, international flair, the cool stylishness of metal and plush natural materials. Showroom Manager Maija Rasila presents some of the most interesting picks from the new exhibition. Read more
In September, Finnish Design Shop fell head over heels for fall – it is time to build that cushion fort, light up those scented candles and embrace the season. Join us for a recap and discover our latest arrivals! Read more
Jean Prouvé was an open-minded pioneer in crafts, design, and architecture. Today, the French designer is best known for his furniture, which was reintroduced into the collection of Vitra in the early 2000s. Read more
Every month, Finnish Design Shop’s Showroom Manager Maija Rasila and her team pick the showroom’s most interesting products and interior decoration trends. In March, favorites from the new exhibition are in the spotlight. Read more
Annaleena Leino, Suvi Melender-Lågland and Allan Torp each received honorable mentions for their pioneering and sustained work as design-focused content creators, as part of the first FDS Influencer Awards. Design Stories spoke with the tenacious trio about their early days, memorable encounters with followers, and elements that keep things interesting. Read more
Working with fashion, design and trends in Germany, Alexander Paar chose his six favorite items from Finnish Design Shop. The choices reflect his passion for timeless pieces and neutral shades. Read more
Helle Herman Mortensen and Jonas Herman Pedersen work closely together with both their design agency Herman Studio and the Form & Refine brand. In an interview with Design Stories, the designer couple sheds light on their creative process and what makes their collaboration work so well. Read more
Aamu Song and Johan Olin of design studio COMPANY get to know and work with local artisans on their travels. The result is distinctive and warmly humorous products with influences from different parts of the world. Design Stories met the couple in their light-filled atelier in the artists' residence Lallukka in Helsinki. Read more
Art Director Ruben Hughes moved from New York to Copenhagen to enjoy the no-fuss Scandinavian lifestyle and work for local design and fashion brands. In this story, Ruben picks six inspiring and meaningful pieces from Finnish Design Shop’s selection. Read more
For its new office in Copenhagen, the global digital agency Work & Co wanted to have a local feel and true Scandinavian spirit. Aspekt Office decorated the space using Nordic furniture classics, industrial influences and the famous Danish coziness. Read more
Design Stories had the honor to meet Asian creatives who opened the doors to their homes and showcased some of their most beloved design items from Scandinavia and the rest of Europe. In this story, we visit the home of Singapore-based industrial designers Timo and Pris from Studio Juju. Read more
Timo Mikkonen and Antti Rouhunkoski design timelessly, but with time. The work of design studio Poiat combines minimalism with rich materials. Read more
The new summer exhibition at the Fire Station of the Vitra Campus is TWENTYTHIRTYFIVE by Virgil Abloh. Three new products by the American multi-talent will be launched as an exhibition spin-off. Read more
A design classic speaks to you, stands the test of time, and is often treasured and transferred from one generation to the next. Kari-Otso Nevaluoma, Mia Frilander, Harri Herrala, and Linda Bergroth present the design classics of their dreams. Read more