Homes
Guardian of light – Inside the Frederiksberg home of Nuura's Nadia Lassen
Nadia Lassen spends her days thinking about light as the CEO of the lighting brand Nuura. At home in her Frederiksberg villa, that same thinking shapes a house she shares with her husband, four children, and one very photogenic dog.
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A studio in the archipelago: “Here it’s just us, the forest and the sea”
Built over three summers from raw timber and nails, this studio in the Turku archipelago gives Copenhagen based artist Linn Henrichson and art director Staffan Sundström a place for creative work, quiet thinking and the Finnish summer.
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At home with Ida Lauga: A Stockholm rowhouse full of life
Just a small 1960s brick rowhouse in Stockholm, yet somehow enough room for three kids, two pets, a French husband and an ever-evolving interior. Stylist and designer Ida Lauga has made it her mission to create a home that works hard and looks good doing it – with Vaarnii's enduring pieces at the center.
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A summer house in the Finnish archipelago built on nature’s terms
This waterfront retreat blends seamlessly into its surroundings. Robert Holmström designed it as an uncompromising, deeply personal family escape.
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A new cabin in a familiar spot: Inside the Puotila family’s summer retreat on Lake Saimaa
The Puotila family has been spending summers on the shores of Lake Saimaa since the 1950s. When their old log cabin finally called for a major overhaul, the family arrived at an unusual solution: tear down the original and build a new one in exactly the same spot. Everything that had worked well was recreated – only better.
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The Danish Karstad family enjoys cabin life between the sea and the forest
At Mikkel and Camilla Karstad’s cabin just outside Copenhagen, outdoor cooking and year-round sea swims are part of everyday life. At the heart of their forest-surrounded retreat are Muuto’s outdoor furniture pieces, which set the scene for a relaxed outdoor lifestyle.
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Visiting Serban Ionescu’s whimsical home and atelier
Celebrated for his sculptural approach to furniture and architecture, artist Serban Ionescu welcomes us into his newly established Paris home and atelier. It’s an exuberant space that reflects his singular creative vision and irrepressible imagination.
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At home with Katrine Møbius: A 19th-century farmhouse shaped by everyday life
Just outside Copenhagen, photographer Katrine Møbius lives with her family in a characterful 19th-century farmhouse. Defined by a pared-back aesthetic, collected objects, and Vaarnii’s solid pine furniture, the home embraces the beauty of everyday life and a slower pace.
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This Tokyo home is shaped by a lifelong love of Finnish design
Design Stories teamed up with Helsinki Playground to explore inspiring homes from their community in Tokyo. In one of them lives Yuta Ikawa, a vintage dealer who shares the home with his family. His interior reflects a lifelong connection to Finnish design and a deep appreciation for mid-century aesthetics.
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In perfect harmony – A serene Helsinki home shaped by design
Stepping inside, the entrance and the view unfolding through the window instantly put the mind at ease. Guided by a pursuit of harmony, Juha Koskinen and Pauliina Tenho have shaped their home into a cohesive and refined whole, where precise lines and a carefully curated palette of materials flow seamlessly from one space to the next.
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Layers of living: At home with Simone Noa
In her Copenhagen home, content creator and artist Simone Noa has found that the most personal spaces are rarely the most perfect.
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Gabrielle Toledano’s calm, layered home above the Luxembourg Gardens
A home shaped by many places and lived experience, Gabrielle Toledano's Paris apartment balances clarity with warmth – soft materials, thoughtful details, and subtle splashes of deep blue and red.
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Vitra Home Stories: Dutch couple Vera Köller & Lukas Cober live in an old miner’s house
The Swiss brand Vitra takes us behind the scenes of homes as individual as their owners. In this story, we meet Vera Köller and Lukas Cober, whose former miner’s house near Maastricht reflects their love of craftsmanship, color and life close to nature.
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In search of atmosphere: Mikko Puttonen and Lucas Ruska Martin
Known for their keen eye for beauty and mood, Mikko Puttonen and Lucas Ruska Martin have found a home in Finland that they are shaping gradually – living in it, one piece at a time – into a space that feels entirely their own.
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Living with Fredericia, part 2: Three Danish homes, three ways
What makes a home truly meaningful? In these three Danish homes, design is shaped by values, memories, and everyday life rather than trends. From a pioneering sustainable house in the countryside to a carefully curated Copenhagen apartment and a home that doubles as a gallery, Fredericia’s furniture becomes part of lives defined by craftsmanship, longevity, and personal stories.
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Where Japanese craft meets Finnish design: A home in Tokyo
Design Stories joins forces with Helsinki Playground to explore inspiring homes in Tokyo, curated from their creative community. This time, we visit the forest-side home of jewelry designers Ryu Hinata and Yui Taira, founders of Ryui, where Japanese craftsmanship meets a quiet appreciation for Finnish design.
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In Elena and Lasse’s home, beauty engages all the senses
Guided by intuition, carefully chosen furniture, everyday objects, one-of-a-kind finds, and works of art come together to make Elena Palomo and Lasse Pietiläinen’s Helsinki home distinctly personal and entirely their own.
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Holiday gatherings, Copenhagen style – with Freja Bak Josias
Architect and influencer Freja Bak Josias welcomes us to her Frederiksberg home, where relaxed holiday gatherings, candlelit tables and easy Copenhagen charm set the tone for the season.
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A home filled with nature, memories, and warm Holiday traditions
For interior enthusiast Gro Anita Nilsen, the Holidays are all about atmosphere. Her family’s 1956 villa in Norway comes alive with forest-fresh greenery, treasured keepsakes, and playful traditions.
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Warm textures, gentle rituals, and a home shaped by thoughtful details – Welcome to set the holiday table with Celia Solf
Creative director Celia Solf’s family home reflects her warm, intuitive way of living. With an eye for atmosphere and detail, she brings a fresh touch to cherished traditions. Step inside to discover her family’s festive ways and the mood she crafts around them!
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“Most of the year our home is minimalist, but during the holidays we let ourselves go a little”
There aren’t many holiday decorations, but that’s exactly why they stand out in Julia’s family’s modern, minimalist home. The festive spirit begins with a seasonal window display and the Christmas stockings made by her grandmother.
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In the footsteps of the Aaltos: Pil Kallesø’s family home celebrates timeless design
Architect Pil Kallesø lives with her family in one of Jørn Utzon’s iconic Kingo Houses in Denmark. The couple’s love for Nordic architecture runs deep – so much so that last summer they toured Finland in search of Alvar and Aino Aalto’s most inspiring works. Their serene home, filled with Artek furniture and Johanna Gullichsen textiles, reflects that shared passion.
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A view to treasure: Inside interior architect Jasmin Wegelius’s family home in Helsinki
Interior architect Jasmin Wegelius has created a warm and harmonious family home in Helsinki’s Vallila district by combining natural tones, cozy wood materials, and a mix of new and vintage design classics. The carefully planned space adapts effortlessly to everyday family life – with plenty of room for play.
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A serene escape by the sea – Inside the weekend home of Giselle Go and Philippe Terrien
For Giselle Go and Philippe Terrien, weekends unfold at a seaside home where time seems to slow. Thoughtful details, open views, and a gentle sense of ease make this weekend home a sanctuary shaped by balance and light.
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Homes on Design Stories
These stories take you inside homes that stop you in your tracks – spaces where personality, warmth, and a genuine love of living well come through in every corner. We visit people who care deeply about their surroundings, whether they’ve spent years curating every detail or simply have a natural eye for what feels right.
In the Homes category, you’ll find interiors from across the world, from Scandinavia and Finland to Tokyo, Paris, and New York. Different as they are, these homes share a certain sensibility rooted in Nordic design: a quiet confidence in materials, a respect for space, and an eye for objects that earn their place.
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.
