Kay Bojesen’s beloved monkey family has grown with new fellows. Finnish Design Shop has also fallen in love with wooden miniature animals – we are particularly fond of these cheerful, spring-toned newcomers! Explore the newest additions and choose your own wooden monkey in your favorite color. Read more
Winter celebrations often include presenting loved ones with gifts. A non-material gift, such as a promise to start a new hobby together or cooking a good meal with a side of bad jokes, is just as pleasant a surprise for most as items – but if you feel like wrapping up something under the tree, choose something evergreen. Read more
Do you have unused gifts or other giftable design treasures gathering dust in your closet? We've highlighted the most sought-after pre-loved design pieces from the Franckly marketplace – these gift items are guaranteed to attract buyers! Read more
Kay Bojesen’s lovely wooden bird called Nightingale has flown to Finnish Design Shop. To whom would you give this colorful songbird as a Christmas gift? Read more
This delightful artichoke lasagna brings to mind sunny days and springtime in Italy. Save the recipe for spinach and artichoke lasagna and cook it for your family or friends this weekend! Read more
In a home crafted within an old printing house, there’s a vast, open space bathed in light from large windows. Interior designer and stylist Johanna Bruun’s approach is nonchalantly Parisian: the line between a curated arrangement and charming disarray is finely drawn. Read more
Finn Juhl is one of the best-known Danish designers and architects. He designed his home, located north of Copenhagen, to be a “total work of art”, including the architecture, clever color choices and sculptural furniture. Join us on a tour of the Finn Juhl House! 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
“There is something special about a flickering flame that makes everything cozier and creates an atmosphere of relaxation.” Blogger Kasia Rutkowiak introduces us to her favorite candles and candleholders that combine Nordic elegance with a warm hygge spirit. Read more
Kasia Rutkowiak never gets tired of admiring beautiful lamps. In this story, the Polish blogger introduces us to seven of her very dearest luminaires, each comprising a timeless elegance and a strong character. 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
A relaxed breakfast is simply the best way to start the day during the festive season. Design Stories asked interior journalist Anna Aromaa to pick six items from its range for a festive breakfast table, and her choices did not disappoint. Read more
Updating the workspace for the new season is an essential post-holiday routine for Kasia Rutkowiak, who works from her home in Warsaw. Even a few small changes add a fresh feel and new inspiration to the home office. Read more
The month of May gave signs of upcoming summer and spoiled us with adorable colors. Finnish Design Shop welcomed a fine selection of updated favorites, limited editions as well as an interesting new brand. Get inspired by the newcomers of the season! Read more
The wooden animal figurines by Danish designer, Kay Bojesen, have been charming children and adults for decades. The latest addition is a small, cute panda promoting the WWF's work to protect endangered species. Read more
Nella Beljan is the founder of the Berlin-based gallery and showroom Zora Auguste. She found eight perfect vintage gift ideas for her family, friends and herself at Franckly, Finnish Design Shop’s online marketplace for pre-owned design. Read more
“As I am a huge ambassador of versatility and timelessness, I like blending some special, Christmassy objects with pieces that we use daily, all year round.” Blogger Kasia Rutkowiak shares her tips for creating a minimalist holiday decor with just a few, carefully selected ornaments. Read more
Christmas is a much-awaited celebration especially for the little ones in the family. If you’re wondering how to surprise the kids, we’ve put together some tips for the holiday gift hunt! These cheerful design picks will delight in the decoration of the children's room as well as during playtime. Read more
The festive spirit arises from the warm ambiance, relaxed gatherings, and seasonal decorations. Prefer decorations that will delight even after the holidays and last for many years to come. Get into the mood with these 8 product picks! Read more
Even after the pandemic, remote work from home is here to stay. Working from home for seven years already, Kasia Rutkowiak shares her best tips for designing a functional home office in a small space. Read more
For two years now, Franckly has been providing its customers with stunning pre-owned design treasures. Now, it’s time to celebrate and wrap the past year in a pretty package. Read about what’s new with Franckly and check out the recipe for a vegan birthday cake at the end of the article! Read more
It’s time to celebrate happily ever after, but what would be a perfect gift for a wedding couple? Invest in high-quality objects, everyday aesthetics, and fascinating design classics! We put together eight product tips that will leave the newlyweds a time-lasting memory of an important day. Read more
“The bedroom is a particularly great room to implement changes instantly,” stylist Kasia Rutkowiak says. In this story, Kasia shares her favorite tips for bringing a subtle midsummer breeze to the bedroom decor. Read more
The graduation season is right around the corner! High school and college graduates have certainly earned their gifts, but with what to fill the gift box? We chose 8 design gift ideas that will delight a graduate for years to come and leave a memory of an important day. Read more
If your design lamp’s glass shade gets broken, don’t hesitate to ask our Customer Service if a spare part is available – they often are! Design Stories’ new column seeks answers to questions that puzzle design lovers around the world. Read more
”It's where we get to spend most of our days, so creating a good feeling within our houses and apartments has never been more important.” Stylist Kasia Rutkowiak from the My Full House blog shares with us her tips for refreshing the home for spring. Read more
Naming ceremonies or baptisms are the first big celebration in a child’s life, and the occasion deserves to be marked with a lovingly chosen gift. At their best, these gifts will give joy to the little recipient for a lifetime. Whether you are a new parent, godparent, grandmother or other happy loved one, we have put together six design gift ideas for you. Read more
The purpose of FSC and PEFC certification is to ensure that ecological, social and economic sustainability is taken into account in wood production. Join Design Stories to explore forest certifications and the Nordic design brands committed to complying with them. Read more
Even though it’s the height of the winter season, we already dream of the coming summer by the Baltic Sea. For you, we caught a whole shoal of marine-themed design products from Finnish Design Shop that bring greetings to your home or holiday residence from open waters, sun-kissed rocks, and shaded spots by boathouses. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s seasonal photos capture the magic of the holidays with honest materials, the glowing embers of a fireplace, and the soft twinkle of candles. We asked the photo shoot’s stylist, Hanna-Katariina Mononen, to share tips on decorating a serene holiday feel. Read more