The holiday wishlist winner? A DIY Christmas hamper for the design devotees
'Tis the season of gifting! Explore our top tips and go-to picks to create a custom gift basket for the design aficionado in your life. Read more
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Untreated wood pining for brushstrokes: Lundia’s comeback classic is all about creativity
Design Stories sat down with Karri Koskelo, CEO of Lundia to discuss the return of the Lundia Classic shelves in untreated pine and the all-new Knot mirror. Get inspired by the beautifully treated samples – this iconic Finnish design gives you carte blanche to choose any color! Read more
Running out of room? Make everyday life easier and keep your home clutter-free with smart storage solutions
Reality check: life’s messier than your feed. But with the right storage solutions and hacks, you can turn clutter into calm. Make your daily routines smoother by unlocking our top storage ideas and recommendations for a fuss-free everyday and a more organized home. Read more
6 tips for stylish storage options to help you keep surfaces clutter-free
Do piles of stuff just appear on various surfaces around your home, growing by themselves overnight? Don’t worry! We picked six pretty and practical storage solutions for keeping surfaces clutter-free and giving your home a neat overall look. Read more
What’s new: Miniforms
Need a hint of fun and adventure in your interior? Finnish Design Shop's latest addition is Italian brand Miniforms, whose furniture delights with its timeless yet distinctive design. Fall in love with the new arrivals and pick your favorites! Read more
HAY’s spring 2023 arrivals elevate the everyday with playful details and pops of color
In spring 2023, HAY is due to launch new designs from Inga Sempé, Jasper Morrison and Dutch modernist pioneer Gerrit Rietveld. Our team had the chance to take a sneak peek at the new arrivals – have a look at our picks and get ready to say hooray for HAY! Read more
Ask the Customer Service: “How can I prepare my home for the holidays with small changes?”
The holiday season is a time of joy and enjoyment. Sustainable and careful choices help make the best of the end-of-the-year festive season without having to compromise on aesthetics, in a way that saves both money and nature and – above all – with a clear conscience. Read more
Coat racks keep the home in order – see 7 clever solutions!
Clothes, accessories, and other essential items find their place on handy coat racks, hangers, and hooks, which at their best work as beautiful interior elements even as such. We put together seven charming solutions to keep your home organized! Read more
Small, simple and fun storage ideas for decluttering your home
Jars, boxes, and baskets are your best friends when it comes to decluttering and organizing a home. Blogger Kasia Rutkowiak shares her best storage solutions for clearing the clutters, hiding small treats, and displaying the treasures. Read more
Avotakka’s storage solution picks: “It’s nice to start your free time by packing the tools away”
In this column, Avotakka’s editorial staff present their favorite products and interior design solutions that have proved functional in their own homes. Producer Arja Kuittinen found storage solutions that help organize the items needed during both working hours and leisure time in her cabin. Read more
9 tips for creating a functional home office in the middle of the apartment
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
A complete hallway makeover with Scandinavian brands
Blogger Kasia Rutkowiak refurnished the hallway of her Warsaw-apartment with contemporary Nordic design and light, airy colors. Her old String shelving system, previously used in a home office, found a new life as an open wardrobe. Kasia shares with us the story of her hallway makeover. Read more
Nine charming storage ideas that keep your home in order
The best storage furniture helps you organize every room while pleasing the eye as well. You can highlight your favorite treasures, hide things behind doors, or hang them casually. Discover a variety of functional storage pieces and find the perfect place for everything! Read more
Avotakka’s picks for the hallway: “A smartly decorated hallway improves the quality of life”
In Design Stories’ new column, the editorial staff of the Finnish interior design magazine Avotakka will share their favorite products and interior design solutions that have proved functional in their own homes. Managing Editor Miia Kauhanen picked seven products for a functional hallway. Read more
Industrial home decor: 10 key products for creating the look
Rough and bold materials such as concrete, brick, and metal are the basis of an industrial-inspired interior. Although the style is emphasized in lofts, which are renovated from old factories and warehouses, the atmosphere can be conjured up in other settings as well. Get inspired and add a touch of factory feeling to home! Read more
TOP 5 in January: The most inspiring new products
The festive season is now over and it is business as usual, once again. To fight the January Blues, we’ve compiled a list of the most exciting new products at Finnish Design Shop whether you’re looking to spruce up your tableware or home office, or you suffer from severe wanderlust. Read more
Towards a better-functioning home – Maija Rasila’s October favorites
Interior architect Maija Rasila talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories’ Favorites of the Month column. Moving into a new home inspired Rasila to put her storage solutions in order. The fall is a great time for taking stock of, and sorting out, your possessions to make home life smoother. Read more
7 ideas for organizing your home to curb the chaos
The best way to keep small items organized at home is to have a designated place for each and every one. If you seem to be short of storage space, various boxes, shelves, and racks will come in handy. Beautiful storage items can be left visible and they can hold a good amount of stuff. Read more
Little surprises for Valentine’s Day – see our 7 gift ideas
The wonderfully sweet Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Delight your valentine and – as is customary in Finland – friends with these small and easy gifts from Finnish Design Shop. Read more
Create a functional workspace in your home – 6 tips for success
Choose pieces that seamlessly match your existing home décor. The most effective solutions are often the most sustainable and beautiful ones. Read more