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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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We listed 10 time-tested HAY favorites – can you guess what’s on our list?
Danish brand HAY is known for their clever, color-packed creations – perfect for adding a touch of joie-de-vivre to the home decor. We hand-picked ten iconic HAY pieces, keep reading to see if your favorite made the cut!
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The union of craft and design – Nikari’s cabinetmakers create furniture built to last
In the red-brick building of the Fiskars village in southern Finland, a group of cabinetmakers craft furniture entirely by hand, from start to finish. At Nikari’s workshop, traditional woodworking skills meet the vision of leading designers. “These wooden pieces are made to last for generations,” says Johanna Vuorio, CEO of Nikari.
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The master of chairs: Hans J. Wegner
The son of a cobbler, Hans J. Wegner began his apprenticeship as a carpenter at just 14 years old. He went on to become one of the leading figures of Scandinavian furniture design, creating more than 500 chair models over the course of his career. Today, Wegner is best known for his iconic Wishbone Chair, which has been in continuous production since 1950.
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How should you care for leather furniture? Here are an expert’s tips!
A beautiful patina often enhances leather upholstery, but sometimes a little maintenance is needed to bring back its freshness. We asked master upholsterer Elina Parpala how to best care for leather furniture – and put her advice to the test with a pre-owned leather armchair.
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Designer John Tree sends ideas on a journey
The work of British designer John Tree can be found in the collections of HAY, Muuto, and Nine – and now also in Finnish brand Vaarnii’s product range. For Tree, design is about problem-solving, where ideas ultimately find their own path. Read John Tree’s exclusive interview on Design Stories!
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Making meals memorable: 8 tips for delightful dining room furniture
The dining area brings together family and friends for festive feasts, everyday meals and board game marathons. We selected 8 beautiful and practical design gems from our collection that will ensure comfort, convenience, and ambience for years to come!
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Exploring &Tradition: How Danish design classics meet modern innovation
Dive into the world of &Tradition, where Danish design heritage and innovative modern pieces merge beautifully. Discover the story and favorite products of &Tradition with us – and remember to visit the brand’s showroom next time you’re in Copenhagen!
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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.
