Autumn at Finnish Design Shop’s showroom: A combination of classics and contemporary design

Rich seasonal hues and clean lines define the autumn display at Finnish Design Shop’s showroom & shop. The new exhibition highlights the season’s most captivating novelties, timeless tones, and inspiring patterns. Showroom Manager Maija Rasila shares her personal favorites from the selection – discover her picks and find your own!

AS AUTUMN SETTLES IN and the air turns crisp, it feels natural to shift our focus back indoors. We welcome cozy evenings, slow moments in the kitchen, and warm gatherings that brighten darker days. Now is the perfect time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead — and to surround yourself with design that soothes the senses.

At Finnish Design Shop’s Showroom & Shop in Aviatie, Turku, autumn takes shape in deep colors, soft textures, and gentle light. The new display features inspiring pieces from brands like Vitra, Artek, and Kartell. These timeless icons and new arrivals alike are ready to make every evening feel a little more inviting!

Shades of chocolate

Dark wood has been making its mark on interiors for quite some time now and shows no signs of fading away. Instead, it’s found a lasting place in the homes of those who favor a warm, timeless, and slightly more classic aesthetic.

Audo Copenhagen’s beloved Androgyne table takes on a fresh look in a dark oak finish, adding warmth and character to any room. The brand’s elegant Harbour chair is also available to order with wooden legs and full upholstery — a perfect way to enhance both comfort and a refined, cohesive look.

Handwoven from jute, wool, and cotton, the Vice Versa rug adds a subtle geometric pattern that ties the space together and balances the surrounding tones beautifully.

New dimensions for beloved classics

The charming Little Petra lounge chair has become a true favorite among lovers of timeless Danish design, and it’s easy to see why! Compact yet incredibly comfortable, this versatile chair fits effortlessly into both modern and more classic interiors.

Originally designed in the 1930s, the iconic armchair is now available in a new version with a higher backrest, offering extra support for the neck and shoulders. You can now experience both models side by side at our showroom — will your favorite be the sleek and compact original, or the taller, more supportive newcomer?

Form meets function

This autumn, coffee tables are bold and sculptural, yet simple in form. The designs combine clear, streamlined shapes with distinctive materials: stone and glass lend a touch of elegance to upholstered surroundings, while the natural warmth of wood softens their striking, architectural silhouettes.

If your living space allows, consider pairing two tables together for a layered look. New Works' square Mass Wide coffee tables work beautifully side by side. Stacked books, statement vases, and small decorative details find their perfect stage atop these sculptural surfaces.

Redefining an icon

This season, Vitra breathes new life into beloved favorites with refined materials and updated tones. Among them is the iconic Eames Lounge Chair, now available in a variety of new wood finishes and upholstery options that bring new depth to this timeless design.

Our showroom model features a chestnut veneer frame paired with soft sand-gray leather, an elegant combination that complements both light and dark interiors alike. Together with Charles and Ray Eames’s sculptural stools and DCWéditions's vivid red Mezzaluna floor lamp, it forms a harmonious yet dynamic composition – classic, warm, and full of modern character.

For overnight guests

Looking for a sofa bed that perfectly suits a clean, Scandinavian aesthetic yet easily adapts to different sleeping arrangements? The Twin sofa bed by Interface might just be the one you’ve been searching for.

This versatile sofa is built from two separate frames, allowing it to transform effortlessly into either one wide bed or two single ones. And the clever details don’t stop there: the mattress toppers are neatly hidden inside the armrest cushions, ready to be revealed when needed.

If you’d like to explore more options, we invite you to visit our showroom. Alongside the Twin sofa, you’ll find sofa beds from Artek, Audo Copenhagen, and Tapio Anttila, all designed to make hosting overnight guests both stylish and effortless.

Animal prints are having a moment

As colors and materials shift with the seasons, certain patterns rise to define the moment. Right now, animal prints are taking center stage. Spotted at design fairs and in interior magazines alike, these lively patterns bring a touch of playfulness to classic spaces or create charming contrast when layered with other textures and tones.

Some designs, however, never go out of style. Artek’s iconic Zebra fabric, first introduced in the 1930s, continues to capture hearts decade after decade. Its bold black-and-white stripes lend graphic elegance to Artek’s own classics as well as to pieces like Yrjö Kukkapuro’s Remmi chair. Paired with soft, natural hues, the pattern feels as fresh and refined today as it did nearly a century ago.