Two interdisciplinary exhibitions are on display this summer at Helsinki’s Amos Rex art museum: Blick by visual artist Raija Malka and composer Kaija Saariaho fills the museum’s large hall, and Between us by Karoliina Hellberg, Tero Kuitunen and Raimo Saarinen expands outside of the exhibition halls. Read more
The former Helsinki School of Economics building on Runeberginkatu is one of the landmarks of Finnish architecture. Now it shines anew after having been renovated for use by Aalto University Executive Education. Read more
Artek has launched Alvar Aalto’s classic textile pattern, Siena, in three new colorways inspired by Aalto’s material world. Among the new additions are two versions of “Shadow Siena”, a beloved variation recently rediscovered in the archives. Read more
Where can you find the most fascinating buildings in the world? Mondo’s editorial staff selected six locations ranging from a Chinese metropolis to a less well-known Aalto attraction in Finland. Read more
A former residence and practice of a veterinarian is now Anni’s and Kaj’s dream home. The house’s 1970s architecture, patinated pine surfaces, and light coming in from the 126 windows served as the starting point for the home’s renovation. Read more
Located in southern Finland, Porvoo is known for its old town, idyllic wooden houses and small boutiques, restaurants and cafés scattered along narrow streets. Now Old Porvoo also has something new to be proud of: the relaxed yet elegant hotel Runo. The interior of the hotel was designed by Studio Joanna Laajisto. Read more
In summer and winter, in sickness or in health, alone or together – the Finns will always find a reason to go to the sauna. Design Stories lists some of Finland’s most interesting urban saunas, ranging from the oldest public saunas in the country to stunning feats of contemporary architecture. Read more
Being drawn to sculptural yet functional shapes, Mia Mortensen chose her favorite items from Finnish Design Shop’s selection. Her choices include playful shapes, organic materials and pieces that create emotion. Read more
Helle Herman Mortensen and Jonas Herman Pedersen work closely together with both their design agency Herman Studio and the Form & Refine brand. In an interview with Design Stories, the designer couple sheds light on their creative process and what makes their collaboration work so well. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s interior architect, Maija Rasila, talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories' Favorites of the Month column. In July, she is planning enjoyable activities for her summer break, including decorating her home and learning how to make pasta from scratch. Read more
Reading a good book is a great leisure activity whether you’re lying on the beach, taking a trip, or staying at home on rainy weekends. We pulled together nine inspiring books that offer candy for both the eyes and soul as well as entertainment for those lazy summer days. Read more
“My friend has an ingenious way of writing down the things they want to do during the summer before the start of the summer holiday,” writes Design Stories columnist Hanna-Katariina Mononen. A list like that may save your holiday when the summer sneaks up on you. Read more
It’s time to celebrate happily ever after, but what would be a perfect gift for a wedding couple? Invest in high-quality objects, everyday aesthetics, and fascinating design classics! We put together eight product tips that will leave the newlyweds a time-lasting memory of an important day. Read more
Rotterdam-based collector, design curator and composition artist Berry Dijkstra questions the boundaries between art and design. Following his win of the FDS Influencer Awards' Rising Star prize, Dijkstra sat down with Design Stories to discuss his joyful approach to design: form follows fun. Read more
Documentary director Virpi Suutari was reading love letters sent between Alvar and Aino Aalto at her summer cottage. These and numerous other sources and film shooting trips around the world were the basis of her latest documentary, Aalto. Read more
“When there’s a sale, I often look for products that are durable and can be used in multiple ways,” says Finnish Design Shop interior architect Maija Rasila, who picked six timeless items from the Summer Sale. Check them out and act quickly, because the stock is limited! Read more
For its new office in Copenhagen, the global digital agency Work & Co wanted to have a local feel and true Scandinavian spirit. Aspekt Office decorated the space using Nordic furniture classics, industrial influences and the famous Danish coziness. Read more
Combining the minimalist aesthetics of Norm Architects and Keiji Ashizawa Design with Karimoku’s decades of experience in making wooden furniture results in Japandi at its best. The fourth Karimoku Case Study project transformed a Tokyo apartment from the 1980s into a serene and welcoming home whose dark-toned interior is a tribute to shadows. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s interior architect, Maija Rasila, talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories' Favorites of the Month column. In June, she enjoys gardening and summer nights on her brand new patio. Read more
The Pedrera coffee table is one of the Danish company Gubi’s hit products. Its modern design seems entirely up to date, but the name reveals something completely different in its background. The coffee table was designed in 1955 in one of Antoni Gaudí’s most famous buildings in Barcelona. Read more