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Restored Villa Lante: Contemporary Finnish design in a 16th-century Roman villa
Villa Lante, used by the Finnish Institute in Rome, reopened in autumn 2025 after an extensive renovation. In this story, Helka Parkkinen from the design studio KOKO3 talks about how contemporary Finnish design finds its place within an Italian Renaissance villa.
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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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Yrjö Kukkapuro’s Experiment chair captivates again – Studio Kukkapuro and Hem collaborate on a refreshed edition
Studio Kukkapuro, based in Yrjö Kukkapuro’s atelier home, took on a unique project when the Swedish company Hem reached out with a proposal: to reissue the Experiment chair, an iconic symbol of postmodern design. Isa Kukkapuro-Enbom shares insights with Design Stories on updating the classic.
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Nordic design in Asia: Jun Nan and Jax style their home with instinctive flair
In this series, Design Stories meets Asian creatives who open the doors to their homes to showcase some of their most beloved Scandi-style design pieces. This time, we visit the Singapore-based architect couple behind OPEN Studio.
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Miguel Milá, the father of the Cesta lamp, trusted in a process of craftsmanship
The Spanish designer and artisan Miguel Milá left his mark on the history of European design with his Cesta and Cestita lamps and many other delicately crafted pieces.
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The Knot cushions by Design House Stockholm tie together whimsy and tactility
In the universe of design, accidental discoveries sometimes lead to the most innovative creations. One such story is that of the Knot cushion, which has evolved from a teddy bear project to a sought-after design piece.
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The building blocks of storage: TAF Studio’s Relief collection joins the String family
TAF Studio’s Gabriella Lenke and Mattias Ståhlbom designed the minimalist and versatile Relief storage system for the Swedish brand String Furniture. The design duo aimed to create a foundational piece as versatile and essential as a white T-shirt – always practical, always combinable.
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Firmly on the ground: Vaarnii’s Peace outdoor lounge chair by Faye Toogood exudes strength and serenity
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.
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Moomin Arabia’s new glass tableware collection is made in Finland
The latest Moomin dishware collection is called Mystical Forest. The glassware, made in Finland, is decorated with charming embossed designs featuring familiar Moomin friends peeking out amidst branches, leaves, and flowers. Explore the new items and adventure into the enchanted forest with the Moomins!
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