The sun has started to melt the last snowdrifts, so now is the perfect time to turn your gaze towards summer. In March, Finnish Design Shop's selection has been updated with new products that refresh the look of your patio, garden, and terrace for the summer season. Check out the newcomers and pick your favorites for your own green oasis! Read more
Crafted from teak heartwood, the RIB patio furniture by Sibast is designed with durability at its heart, ensuring it can be cherished and passed down through the generations. This approach embodies Morten Anker’s vision as a second-generation designer of teak outdoor furniture. Read more
Vaarnii’s latest release, the 015 Peace outdoor lounge chair, is crafted with the northern climates in mind. It’s the perfect piece to welcome the early rays of spring sun, even as the final patches of snow still linger in the ground. Dive into the interview with British designer Faye Toogood to discover the inspiration behind the Peace series. Read more
Even though winter still has its grip, our editorial team can’t help but daydream about the sun-soaked days of spring and the warm summer evenings ahead. Meet Finnish Design Shop’s latest arrival, the Osa outdoor dining chair, which promises just the perfect companion for those magical late-night garden gatherings soon arriving! 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
Isa Kukkapuro-Enbom has been busy writing the biography of her father, Yrjö Kukkapuro, and continuing his lifework. Read more about how Isa is doing and discover her gift ideas and other tips on how to create a serene ambience for the festive season! Read more
For the architect couple and their six children, the holiday season is a time for candlelight, evergreens, and the aroma of good food. While these elements contribute to the festive atmosphere, what truly matters in creating the holiday spirit is the relaxed togetherness and the art of savoring the moment. Read more
In the poster competition organized to celebrate the anniversaries of the Paimio Sanatorium Foundation and Grafia, the Association of Visual Communication Designers in Finland, the participants were invited to interpret Aino and Alvar Aalto’s vision of the human relationship with the environment, architecture and design. We asked the designers awarded in the poster competition what inspires them most about the Aaltos’ design legacy. Read more
The vision of interior designer Laura Seppänen on light spruce surfaces combined with timeless interior decoration creates a serene atmosphere for Villa Havu, one of the favorite houses at the 2023 Loviisa Housing Fair. Finnish Design Shop’s Contract Sales had the pleasure to be involved in furnishing Villa Havu. Read more
The material and finish of wooden outdoor furniture determines how it should be cleaned and maintained. You should spare a moment for the maintenance of both brand new outdoor furniture and any taken out from winter storage. This will help you enjoy your furniture for decades ahead. Read more
Vertical stripes never go out of style. We’ve curated eight ribbed glass vases from our collection to bring the charm of lines to your home décor. Check out our picks and choose your own favorite vases! Read more
The holiday season is full of special moments, whether it be parties and jolly gatherings or cozy evenings at home, fully embracing me time. Either way, the season’s comforting foods and warming drinks taste the best when served on charming crockery – see our tips for setting the table with Arabia’s alluring tableware! Read more
Located on the southern coast of Norway in Larvik, in the tight embrace of rocky terrain, stands Lille Arøya – an inventive summer home designed by Lundhagem Architects. Turning the challenging topography into its unique resource, Lille Arøya is an ideal hideaway for taking in the surrounding landscape to the fullest. Read more
Whether you're looking for tips to liven up a casual dinner setting or to decorate a festive table, there's only one rule: forget the rules. Check out our inspirational ideas for feel-good table settings! Read more
Eye-catching art posters are a quick and easy option to liven up your interior, but they also add to the story of the space: character-packed posters illustrate our interests and skillfully underline different moods. We chose six favorites from Finnish Design Shop's selection, take a look and get inspired! Read more
Finnish photographer and darkroom artist Mikael Siirilä is known for his black-and-white works created using the traditional silver gelatin method. In Siirilä's posters for the Danish Paper Collective, everyday encounters and objects take on poetic, abstract forms – especially when they are not fully there. Read more
Danish company Mater updated the 1950s outdoor furniture collection by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel to the modern day. The material of the Ocean furniture is now recycled waste plastic from oceans – and green Carlsberg beer barrels. Read more
The outdoor dining table is the focal point of the summer cottage: there's always space for one more visitor and time for one more game of UNO. Design Stories chose six beautiful and durable outdoor dining sets – take a look and find the perfect match for your summer home! Read more
Finnish design disruptor Vaarnii challenged Danish designer Henrik Tjærby to create a series of outdoor furniture made entirely of pinewood. The often-overlooked material set a certain frame for the creative process, but Tjærby tells Design Stories that the characteristics of pine actually worked in his favor. Read more
Ceramic artist Karin Widnäs loves the feel of clay between her fingers and gives a physical form to images conjured up in her mind. When she dreams, she dreams big. Often these dreams come true – like her atelier home in Fiskars and, more recently, the KWUM ceramics museum next door. Read more
Energizing spots of color, objects with curious shapes and surprising details give any interior an interesting edge, lift the spirits and tell the tale of their owner. We picked seven visually interesting products in our selection that not only catch the eye but also stimulate conversation. 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
A candleholder is a small yet effective interior detail that creates the setting for an atmospheric light both on festive occasions and cozy everyday evenings. At its best, a holder is a lovely decorative piece even without a candle. Pick your favorite and enjoy the warmth of a flicker! Read more
Woodio’s founder, Petro Lahtinen, accidentally invented an ecological material made by no one else in the world. At the moment, the waterproof wood composite is used to make bathroom fixtures, and it has the potential for a whole lot more. Read more
As fall approaches, updating the home-office workstation and equipping the patio for colder weather and darker evenings are topical themes in Finnish Design Shop’s customer service. Design Stories’ column seeks answers to questions that puzzle design lovers around the world. Read more
Julia and Riku’s loft is a bright apartment with black accents, located in a former fire station in Lahti. With the help of thorough planning and good design, the couple were able to tailor the one-bedroom apartment for the needs of their family of four. Read more
Early summer is a good time to maintain the wooden outdoor furniture purchased for the patio or summer cottage. Design Stories’ new column seeks answers to questions that puzzle design lovers around the world. Read more
The mid-20th century Milan Triennials in Italy have influenced Finnish design more than you might think. The treasures of the industrial art success story are on display in the Finnish Glass Museum's summer exhibition in Riihimäki. Read more
Days at home can at times feel a little bit too much like the Groundhog Day and staying active might turn out to be quite the task. Give your home a fresh, exuberant vibe with blogger Kasia Rutkowiak's #stayathome tips and find a sweet silver lining in the days spent inside. Read more
Georg Jensen is known for its sophisticated objects in steel and silver. The Danish company creates new designs while fostering traditional silversmithing skills. The latest addition to its range is the Helix collection by Bernadotte & Kylberg. Read more