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Snøhetta plans a hotel and spa for the Aaltos’ Paimio Sanatorium
Paimio Sanatorium, one of the most iconic buildings in modern architecture, is set for a new future. Renowned Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta has developed a Masterplan for the sanatorium, completed in 1933 and located in Paimio, southwestern Finland – and the vision is as ambitious as the building itself.
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Jordan and Matthew’s guide to 3 Days of Design 2026
Three days are never quite enough. Content creators Jordan Bunker and Matthew Spade explored Copenhagen's 3 Days of Design as Finnish Design Shop's eyes and ears. Here are the highlights from the festival that made the cut.
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Onni Alanko’s paintings bring color to summer at Finnish Design Shop
Once again, Finnish Design Shop’s showroom & shop has shifted into summer mode. Alongside fresh design and delicious food, visitors can immerse themselves in the paintings of visual artist Onni Alanko – read the artist’s interview on Design Stories!
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A century of light: Louis Poulsen launches the PH Centenary Collection
In 1926, Poul Henningsen invented a three-shade lighting system that would change the way we experience light at home. One hundred years later, Louis Poulsen celebrates the anniversary with the PH Centenary Collection: a small group of heritage pieces crafted in aged brass, including the long-awaited return of the iconic PH Chandelier.
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TOP 5: Ready for summer's gifting season – the most inspiring new products of the month
Is your summer calendar already filling up with graduations and birthdays? Our newest arrivals offer gift ideas for all ages – pick your favorites and save them for the season ahead!
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What's new: Saana ja Olli's Joutilas collection
There's a quiet luxury in moving at your own pace and letting the hours unfold without a plan. Finnish design brand Saana ja Olli invites you to embrace exactly that with their new home textile collection, In My Own Time. Step in, slow down, and find the pieces that make space for your most unhurried moments.
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Meet Tenten: Finnish Design Shop launches its own brand
Tenten is Finnish Design Shop’s very own brand, debuting with a collection of high-quality home textiles. Brand Manager Anu Soiniitty shares more about the new label and reveals her favorite pieces from the Tenten collection.
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Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026: Trends and highlights from the Milan Furniture Fair
The design world gathered once again at Salone del Mobile, held in April at Milan’s Rho Fiera exhibition center. Finnish Design Shop’s interior designer Riikka Soini-Ferraguto visited the fair to explore the ideas, aesthetics and emerging directions currently shaping the industry.
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Milan Design Week 2026: The exhibitions, moments and Milan magic we loved this year
Spring in Milan means early-morning espressos, sunlit streets and a city buzzing with design lovers. During Milan Design Week 2026, our photographer captured the exhibitions and atmospheres we loved most, from the Eames Houses at Triennale to Marimekko’s floral osteria and Alessi’s playful table installation. Here’s our visual roundup of the moments that defined the week across the city.
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What’s new: Créme Atelier's Soft Serve lamps
A home doesn’t have to be serious to be stylish – quite the opposite, in fact. The Soft Serve lamp by Stockholm-based Créme Atelier brings a touch of joy to home décors with its delightfully sweet design. Come and treat yourself!
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TOP 5: Bring on spring – the most inspiring new products of the month
The signs of spring are here – and at home, that often means repotting your house plants. Discover five fresh arrivals that help your space bloom for the new season.
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Natural materials and light hues usher in spring at the Finnish Design Shop Showroom & shop
Wooden surfaces, soft tones, fresh combinations, and a selection of exciting new brands set the tone for the Showroom & shop’s spring exhibition.
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These stories keep you up to date with what’s happening in the world of design right now. We cover new product launches and brand introductions, report from major design events like Milan Design Week and 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen, and share the freshest arrivals at Finnish Design Shop – including our monthly picks of the most inspiring new products.
In the Trending category, you’ll find the news, moments, and objects worth paying attention to this season. Consider it your edit of what’s new and notable in design.
Design Stories is the online magazine of Finnish Design Shop, created to inspire and delight design lovers everywhere. We hope you enjoy exploring with us! Have a story tip or thoughts on our content? We’d love to hear from you.
