As the winter sun only appears later in the morning, we Nordic people like to make the most of the dark season, staying under the duvet to sleep just a bit longer. We picked nine products to make your den nice and soft for the winter. Read more
A 60-sqm, two-bedroom apartment in Käpylä, Helsinki, was converted nicely for five, when the father who got enthusiastic about interior decor… Read more
“The bedroom is a particularly great room to implement changes instantly,” stylist Kasia Rutkowiak says. In this story, Kasia shares her favorite tips for bringing a subtle midsummer breeze to the bedroom decor. Read more
The comfort of the summer house's or cottage's bedroom is improved in one fell swoop when you invest in good sleep, a relaxed atmosphere, and sunny tones. Get inspired by the textile ideas and enjoy your holiday with a cozy sleeping space! 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 March, she upgrades her bedroom décor for spring. Read more
Finnish Matri’s latest bed launch, Aina, took a long time to go from idea to production. What makes the bed so special is not only its adaptability but also the fact that the brand insisted on making it as durable and eco-friendly as possible. Read more
Graphic designer Connie Barton lives in a unique home with a magical, jungle-like garden in South London. She and her husband bought the home after seeing it just once – in the dark – after Connie immediately fell in love with the lush backyard. Read more
Matri creates beds for good sleep and timeless decor items for bedrooms – and a design experience on top of it. Design Stories met with Matri’s creative director Elli Lehnhoff and found out where a good night’s sleep begins. Read more
Interior designer Petra Majantie restored a detached house designed by Aarne Ervi in Espoo, Finland. Even though Villa Koivikko was completed in 1958, its extremely innovative use of space and living-room decor that reflects the past still manage to impress 60 years later. Read more
Albert Madaula is known for his expressive and colorful paintings. Design Stories had a chance to visit Madaula’s beautiful home-atelier, called Palmera Estudio, in Barcelona. Take a tour with us! 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. She thinks you shouldn’t exert yourself too much but celebrate Christmas just like you prefer. Read more
Miia’s studio home in Herttoniemi, Helsinki, reflects her creativity and courage to use colors based on intuition. For Miia, the happiest moments are those when friends or members of the extended family gather around the large table. Read more
Soft, light colors give this hundred-year-old apartment in Helsinki, Finland, a beautiful, modern look. Extensive renovations transformed the space into an elegant yet relaxed home for a family with children without erasing the signs of the past. Read more
Stuck for ideas when it comes to presents this year? To ease the shopping, we put together 9 new products from the Finnish Design Shop’s selection, whether you’re looking for a suitable gift for a design lover, for someone who needs a little pampering, or for the one appreciating practicality. Get inspired by the new favorites! Read more
Hem’s playful Puffy lounge chair boasts an invitingly plump design. Designed by Faye Toogood, the chair is available in a range of color and upholstery options. Read more
Copenhagen-based Anne and Christian have been collecting art all their lives. They believe hanging art on the walls is the easiest way to make your home look unique. Read more
The two-bedroom city apartment of Emilia and her family is clean, and the colors are in harmony. Their only impulse purchase was a pink Pastil Chair by Eero Aarnio. Read more
Annaleena Leino, Suvi Melender-Lågland and Allan Torp each received honorable mentions for their pioneering and sustained work as design-focused content creators, as part of the first FDS Influencer Awards. Design Stories spoke with the tenacious trio about their early days, memorable encounters with followers, and elements that keep things interesting. Read more
On weekday mornings, Mika and Julie Tolvanen walk through a forest close to the shore of Lauttasaari where they can see the sea glistening behind the trees. The workplace of the couple behind the Pidät brand is only meters, not kilometers, from their home. Read more
Beautiful bedding, natural materials, and airy shapes bring summer into the bedroom. Add the finishing touch to the fresh and relaxed ambiance with a colorful vase and self-picked flowers. Read more