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Laura and Arthur Franck’s charming wooden house in Helsinki
The Francks’ home in Helsinki has a creaky staircase and floorboards that slope just a little, but that only adds to the atmosphere of the 1920s house. The rooms are full of books and art, and the family’s beloved Aalto pieces have survived years of play by three children.
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What’s new: Artek’s Zebra in a new brown shade
The Zebra pattern has travelled through time and across Europe, finding its place at the centre of countless homes. Read on for the story of the classic stripes, and see them in a new brown shade.
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Ilmari Tapiovaara’s Domus chair steps into a new palette
First introduced in 1946, the Domus chair is a Finnish design classic whose slender proportions and exceptional comfort continue to win over new generations. To mark its 80th anniversary, Artek presents the chair in a selection of fresh colors and updated upholstery options.
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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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Celebrating 90 years of Artek’s timeless design
For its 90th anniversary, Artek opens its archives and brings back a selection of beloved classics. The elegantly timeless Screen 100, Stool X602, and Cabinet 250 return to complete modern interiors with their timeless beauty. Discover the new old icons of Artek’s anniversary collection and find your favorite!
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90 years of design – Artek celebrates with Marimekko
A story of wood meets a story of pattern. Artek and Marimekko join forces in a one-of-a-kind anniversary collection where Alvar Aalto’s classics wear Maija Isola’s daring designs.
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Nordic design in South Korea: A house inspired by Alvar Aalto on the hillside of Seoul
At the top of a hillside neighborhood in Seoul lives a creative couple, Dora and Egg 2. Design Stories visited this elegant home to meet the owners and learn about their inspirations, daily life, and the thoughtful renovation that brought their dream home to life – complete with a curated collection of vintage Artek pieces.
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Artek celebrates 90 years – together with the Moomins
Artek kicks off its anniversary year with a special collaboration featuring the Moomins. The Artek + Moomin collection showcases early Tove Jansson illustrations, laser-engraved onto a stool and a cabinet.
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Yrjö Kukkapuro’s studio is a source of limitless inspiration
Studio Kukkapuro, which was the home and workspace of Yrjö Kukkapuro and graphic artist Irmeli Kukkapuro for decades, is an international attraction. Design Stories had the pleasure of visiting the studio in spring 2021 and hearing about Yrjö Kukkapuro’s life’s work and the importance of the space and collaboration for creativity.
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