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 more
Autumn could use a splash of color to brighten the days, and this season, it’s your home decor’s time to shine –since the windblown trees aren’t exactly stepping up. Explore Finnish Design Shop’s October arrivals, where cheerful hues and bold designs are ready to sweep away even the darkest hints of winter blues. Read more
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 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
The Milan furniture fair, or Salone del Mobile.Milano, is one of the most essential events in the entire design industry. While the fairgrounds are dedicated to presenting new product launches, the city’s many palaces, galleries, showrooms, and courtyards are always bustling with inspiring exhibitions – and guests lined up to get in! Here are the Finnish Design Shop team’s favorites from the design week. Read more
The Stockholm Furniture Fair and Stockholm Design Week 2023 were organized in February, and the city was bustling with interesting exhibitions and events. The Finnish Design Shop team was there to explore new launches and trends – check out our picks from Stockholm! Read more
The major crises we have experienced lately have posed immense challenges to many design brands. For consumers, this new situation has meant higher prices and longer delivery times. We asked design professionals whether something good could come out of all the adversity. Read more
Every morning at their Kilpisjärvi log house, Valtteri Bottas, a Formula One driver, and Tiffany Cromwell, a top-level professional road cyclist, are greeted by a picture perfect view of the Saana fell. Discover the couple’s modern leisure home with Design Stories! Read more
As the darker fall evenings set in, thoughts turn to home lighting. Design Stories’ column seeks answers to questions that puzzle design lovers around the world. Read more
The key to a contemporary living room decor is to choose timeless, high-quality furniture. Surprising details add character and keep the conversation going. Take a look at our six picks for the modern living room and find your favorite! Read more
Balanced lighting requires multiple sources of light in addition to general lighting. Ethereal white table lamps double the light and look especially beautiful paired with trendy dark tones of wood. We chose five of our favorites – take a look and get inspired! 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
Artificial light becomes more important as the darker evenings draw in. Flexible, effective and atmospheric lighting can be created by combining different types of lamps in clusters. Below, we present some of our favorite timeless and successful lighting solutions for homes. Read more
How big should a dining table be, and the carpet underneath? Follow these tips to create a functional dining area in your kitchen, or a living-room nook. Read more
During its five days, Habitare provided almost 60,000 visitors with interior decor inspiration and design experiences. This year, the furniture fair in Helsinki was characterized by wooden surfaces, vibrant colors and clear, geometric shapes. See Design Stories' picks! Read more
The 3 Days of Design event in Copenhagen was a celebration of Nordic, particularly Danish, design. The showrooms were open to the public, with designers displaying their latest products and the city brimming with fascinating exhibitions. The Finnish Design Shop team was on hand – read our report from Copenhagen! Read more
In addition to familiar classics from Artek, String and Iittala, last year’s best-selling design products included contemporary pieces from Denmark in particular. Read on to find out more about the Finnish Design Shop's hit products of 2018! Read more
The Habitare fair in Helsinki showcased new design with skillful woodwork, rich textures, and dark tones. See the favorite products of the Finnish Design Shop team! Read more
The lamps of Secto Design are world-renowned. The downside of this success is illegal copying; the fight against it requires strong measures and detective work. Read more
May we introduce: the design favorites of 2017! The list includes ten Finnish Design Shop products, which have appealed to both Finnish and international customers. Read more