Spring is the time for celebration: schools are out for summer and the hard work of students is finally paying off. If you’re on the hunt for the perfect graduation gift, look no further. Check out our eight best gift ideas for your fave grads and get ready to celebrate your loved ones in style! Read more
Need a hint of fun and adventure in your interior? Finnish Design Shop's latest addition is Italian brand Miniforms, whose furniture delights with its timeless yet distinctive design. Fall in love with the new arrivals and pick your favorites! Read more
Hem’s new Glyph Beta side table is a fascinating combination of functionality and creativity. Inspired by the Greek alphabet, the table brings a welcome touch of lighthearted playfulness to the interior. Read more
Nita Hauhia, a Helsinki-based interior stylist, social media influencer and big-time Christmas fan, chose seven timeless gifts for friends and family from Franckly, the online marketplace for pre-owned design.“I love it when items have a life history of their own and have maybe taken a few knocks here and there over the years, just like people,” says Nita. Read more
Well made, elegant, yet affordable – Finnish Design Shop’s selection includes also budget-friendly options for Christmas gifts and stocking fillers. What’s more, smaller design gifts can be conveniently sent by post, which makes it possible to delight your dear ones even further away. Find affordable surprises for a friend, colleague, or relative! Read more
Flowers are an inseparable part of winter celebrations, but how do you choose flowers and plants that will add to the ambiance even after the Holidays? Kristiina ’not your ordinary florist’ Suo-Kustaa shares her best tips – take a look at the stunning flower arrangements conjured by Blomma Creatives and get inspired! Read more
October’s novelties introduce a touch of Japandi and a festive feeling to the décor – without forgetting delightful everyday treasures. It’s time to turn to gaze inwards and enjoy the dusky evenings at home in the atmospheric glow of candles and beautiful luminaires. Read more
Designed by Alexander Girard, the expressive wooden dolls seem to be communicating with each other. Even a couple of dolls made by Vitra can create some spark and color into your interior, or are you going to get them all? Read more
Villa Nuottaranta, which consists of a residential building representative of 1960s functionalism and a Japanese-style garden with numerous tea rooms, provided a unique location for vintage service Franckly’s photo shoot. Read more
New Works’ Blæhr vase is what happens when beautiful design and professional artisanship meet. Sculptural vase delights both filled with flowers and empty. Read more
A perfect wedding gift can be either a traditional design classic or a special surprise – the most important thing is that you gift something carefully selected that will delight the happy couple for years to come. We put together timeless and delightful gift ideas for newlyweds from high-quality design dreams to practical everyday aesthetics. Read more
The graduation celebrations are right around the corner! Congratulate the high school or college graduate with tons of wishes and thoughtfully chosen gifts. The team members of the Design Stories shared their own gift tips from the Finnish Design Shop’s selection. Read more
In this column, Avotakka’s editorial staff present their favorite products and interior design solutions that have proved functional. Avotakka’s AD Elina Henttonen went through Finnish Design Shop’s collections and chose seven treats for the dining area in her new home. Read more
Trendy textures are an easy way to add interest to your interior. Crazy patterns or wild colors are not to everyone's liking, but by combining different materials and structures, you can add a bit of oomph even to a more classic interior. Design Stories picked six must-touch design items – take a look and try the trend out. Read more
It’s time to click and catch the last-minute holiday gifts to the cart! Whether you want to surprise a homebody, a friend who enjoys good food, or a family member who is interested in design, you will find something for everyone among these ideas. Avoid the holiday rush and order the most desired gifts from Finnish Design Shop to your front door! Read more
Whether you are looking for a holiday gift for someone who is passionate about interior design, art, fashion or food, these new books available at Finnish Design Shop make for inspiring, high-quality reading for everyone. Read more
Interior journalist Anna Aromaa reveals her green favorite products for giving your home a subtle Christmas feel. Read more
Kay Bojesen’s lovely wooden bird called Nightingale has flown to Finnish Design Shop. To whom would you give this colorful songbird as a Christmas gift? 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
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
The pop of charming green brightens up the living space and is a top trend of the season. Green spots of color can be easily brought home whether you’re looking for a few accents or a full-on redesign. See the picks and introduce some green into your interior! Read more
Even after the pandemic, remote work from home is here to stay. Working from home for seven years already, Kasia Rutkowiak shares her best tips for designing a functional home office in a small space. Read more
Lauriane Bueb is a French art director and photographer living in Amsterdam and specializing in interior styling. Lauriane chose her six favorite objects from Finnish Design Shop with a focus on both beauty and functionality. Read more
Architectural studio OOPEAA designed the Tikkurila Church in Vantaa, Finland, to be a place that is easy to visit. The interior was designed to be relaxed and inviting, with the aim of avoiding solutions that would make the church look like a municipal building. Finnish Design Shop’s Contract Sales provided the church with furniture and lamps. Read more
Wood surfaces, plush sofas, warm bright shades, and patterned wallpapers – the cozy atmosphere of the 70s is back. We picked our favorites from the design treasures of the decade. Enliven your home with a hint of nostalgia! Read more
In the home of textile designer Eri Shimatsuka and architect Jussi Kalliopuska, Finnish architecture meets Japanese aesthetics and joy. Read more
The key to a contemporary living room decor is to choose timeless, high-quality furniture. Surprising details add character and keep the conversation going. Take a look at our six picks for the modern living room and find your favorite! Read more
Arni Aromaa’s ambiguous Primordial Animals are crafted in small series, making each sculpture a unique piece of art. Design Stories asked the Finnish designer and artist how the adorable creatures came to be and what makes ceramics such a fascinating material. 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
The graduation season is right around the corner! High school and college graduates have certainly earned their gifts, but with what to fill the gift box? We chose 8 design gift ideas that will delight a graduate for years to come and leave a memory of an important day. Read more