Marianne Huotari's stunning Väre pattern was created for the National Museum of Finland. The organically flowing print, depicting an ancient forest, is like a modern interpretation of the museum’s famous frescoes. Read more
Meet our team – the Makers of Nordic Happiness! Join us for a sit-down with writer Susa Pääkkönen, who shares her thoughts on good design and reveals her top interior decorating tips. Read more
Lively pastels, warm orange, and alluring green: we listed eight cheerful color accents that are trending among design enthusiasts. Read more
Even if days in the Nordics are still more gloom than bloom, the brightening days already promise the onset of spring. A Scandinavian-style interior spring refresh is all about decluttering, adding light and colour, and investing in swoon-worthy details. We've put together tips to help you infuse your home with a refreshing springtime atmosphere! Read more
A warm rug feels heavenly when getting out of bed on a nippy autumn morning, but a luxuriously comfy rug can work other wonders as well: a thick rug improves the acoustics, making the space feel more inviting. We chose nine warm and fuzzy rugs for an ultimate fall feel – pick your favorite and give your home a cozy finish! Read more
Any rug has quite the impact on the ambiance, but a rug can also be the focal point of the room: mix bold colors, vibrant patterns, and tactile texture and reinvigorate your space with a delightfully eclectic mood. Design Stories chose nine patterned rugs with a big personality – find inspiration in our favorites! Read more
Designer Marianne Huotari's Christmas is based on beloved traditions, a self-felled Christmas tree and the tinkling of angel chimes. Huotari picked five timeless gift ideas from Finnish Design Shop for lovers of Finnish and Scandinavian design. Read more
It might take some effort to see all the way to spring behind massive piles of snow, but now is the perfect time to spruce up your décor for the upcoming season. Design Stories put together a tool kit of design items to add instant spring vibes to your home – take a look and get inspired! Read more
Plush teddy, bouclé, and sheepskin fabrics as well as tufted surfaces are particularly popular at present. These super-soft, textured materials look best combined with simple elements and give the space an inviting, nest-like atmosphere, rather like a warm embrace. Read more
Interior journalist Anna Aromaa reveals her green favorite products for giving your home a subtle Christmas feel. Read more
It’s a pleasure to give and get design, and Finnish Design Shop’s selection also includes affordable options for Christmas gifts. We put together a list of beautiful, inventive and timeless products that are suitable for many tastes and even a modest budget. Read more
The dark and cold months of later autumn and winter are bound to make you miss the warmth, light, and colors of summer, but there’s no need to despair. Avotakka Art Director Elina Henttonen put together a to-do list for Design Stories on how to really get the best out of long evenings at home. She also threw in some great gift tips for good measure. Read more
A large-sized blanket is a needed companion of the season, which warms you up gently and brings a soft touch to the interior. From the Finnish Design Shop's selection, you will find charming blankets and throws that create a relaxed atmosphere on an armchair or sofa corner – as well as make the perfect gift! Read more
Finnish Design Shop's new arrivals in September included some beautiful home textiles, furniture in dark wood and the much-anticipated Danish brand Carl Hansen & Søn. We picked our five favorites from the bunch – what are yours? 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
In addition to the beloved classics, Finnish Design Shop also wants to spotlight new and exciting design talent. In honor of Finland's Independence Day on 6 December, we present ten interesting Finnish brands and designers, whose products we predict will become design classics of the future. Read more
Are you ready for sweater weather and pumpkin spice? Us neither! That is why we picked six delightful pieces of design that ought to keep the sun shining. Take a look and savor the idea of a neverending summer! Read more
Finarte’s popular rugs combine the beauty of handicrafts with sustainable materials. Design Stories met CEO Larissa Immonen, who was only taking her first steps when her parents founded the design company in 1985. Read more
At Finnish Design Shop, equality is at the heart of everything we do, every day. However, International Women’s Day offers a particularly good reason to celebrate fabulous female designers. We chose eight inspiring women full of uncompromising attitude, a distinctive style and a true passion for their work. Read more
Design dreams are often classics you crave for a long time before actually buying them. Sometimes they may be forgotten, but they do pop up again and again. Four Finnish influencers in the design industry revealed their design dreams to Design Stories. Read more