Eames Radio – a design classic ahead of its time
A radio designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1946 is now available for the first time, as Vitra has launched the model together with the award-winning audio brand, Revo. Read more
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Kasper Nyman designs on the materials’ terms
The Danish brand, Woud, has included the Helsinki-based designer Kasper Nyman’s Mono chairs in its collection. Read more
TOP 10: The most popular design products of 2017
May we introduce: the design favorites of 2017! The list includes ten Finnish Design Shop products, which have appealed to both Finnish and international customers. Read more
Finnish Design Shop takes part in Zero Waste Exhibit in New York
Pop-up dining experience Zero Waste Bistro brings food, design and a powerful message to the New York design week. The bistro is furnished by Finnish Design Shop with design classics from Artek and Iittala. Read more
TOP10: The most popular design products of 2018
In addition to familiar classics from Artek, String and Iittala, last year’s best-selling design products included contemporary pieces from Denmark in particular. Read on to find out more about the Finnish Design Shop's hit products of 2018! Read more
Design Museum's new exhibition, Secret Universe, explores the origin of objects
Are traditional handicraft methods becoming extinct? Why are most of the items we use made far away rather than closer to us? This spring's main exhibition at the Design Museum in Helsinki is Secret Universe by designer duo COMPANY, i.e. Aamu Song and Johan Olin. Read more
Design classics of your dreams
A design classic speaks to you, stands the test of time, and is often treasured and transferred from one generation to the next. Kari-Otso Nevaluoma, Mia Frilander, Harri Herrala, and Linda Bergroth present the design classics of their dreams. Read more
The Swedish Nationalmuseum showcases a masterpiece by Finnish glassblowers
Designer Matti Klenell designed the unique Putki lamps blown in Iittala for the renovated restaurant of the Swedish Nationalmuseum. In addition, the team led by Klenell created more than 80 new items for the space, from dishes to furniture. The museum, which was under renovation for seven years, opened its doors in October. Read more
Salone del Mobile 2019 – the most interesting exhibitions of Milan Design Week
Milan Design Week introduced not only innovation but also Japanese esthetics and furniture made using traditional handicraft methods. The events of Fuorisalone were spread over the historic center of Milan – discover the Finnish Design Shop team's favorite exhibitions and new products. Read more
The new exhibit at the Design Museum opens the doors to the world of Josef Frank
Discover Josef Frank’s work this winter at Helsinki’s Design Museum. The production of the architect-designer, belonging among the icons of Nordic design, includes sleek functionalism, as well as copious plant patterns. Read more
Three success stories of the FDS Award design competition
The FDS Award design competition will be organised this year for the third time. Previous competitions have been a springboard for many young designers, some of whom have also attained international recognition. And that is exactly the idea with the FDS Award: to encourage the creation of tomorrow's success products. Read more
Fiskars Norden brings Nordic traditions and fresh design to the kitchen
The new Fiskars Norden series was inspired by the heritage of Scandinavian cuisine, design and nature. The collection consists of non-stick cast iron cookware and steel knives with wooden handles, all fully manufactured in Finland. Read more
Giselda Autio: My favorites from Finnish Design Shop's spring sale
Giselda Autio, from the blog Coffee Table Diary, chose six favorite products that will withstand both time and use from Finnish Design Shop’s spring sale. The selection also included at least one future classic. Read more
171 times to the moon and back – Finnish Design Shop’s year in numbers
2017 was a great year for Finnish Design Shop and we delivered a record number of packages around the world. Here are six fun numerical facts. Read more
Authentic or not? Case Secto
The lamps of Secto Design are world-renowned. The downside of this success is illegal copying; the fight against it requires strong measures and detective work. Read more
Muuto’s Folded shelves encourage creative order
Johan Van Hengel, the designer of Muuto’s Folded shelf collection, found his inspiration for the layered shelves in the play of shadows and possibilities of bent metal. Van Hengel sees the Folded shelves as a continuation to the Scandinavian design tradition, as their focus is in the union of material, function and simplicity. Read more
The Menu TR Bulb moves from a space and situation to another
The mobile lifestyle called urban nomadism inspired designer Tim Rundle to create the TR Bulb collection, featuring a LED-bulb surrounded by a round opal glass. The slender and atmospheric light adapts to new surroundings, literally, in a flash. Read more
Menu’s spring collection introduces marble, velvet and trendy shades of brown to your home
What the new 2018 designs of the Danish brand Menu have in common are simple, geometric shapes and muted, earthy hues. See our favorite products from the spring collection! Read more
The Beam Lamp from Muuto lights up two areas at the same time
Can one and the same lamp be used to light both the magazine that you are reading by the table, as well as the painting hanging on the wall? The Beam Lamp, designed for Muuto by Tom Chung, is a small but multipurpose desk lamp that does the job of two lamps at once. Read more
Hakola collaborates with Kvadrat
Hakola has launched a new sofa collection at the Habitare fair, upholstered with Danish Kvadrat’s luxurious woolen fabrics. The Hakola x Kvadrat couches and footstools are now available exclusively at Finnish Design Shop. Read tips for buying a sofa from Hakola’s Creative Director Annaleena Hämäläinen. Read more
Teatime with friends warms up cool evenings
A steaming cup of tea is great for chilly autumn nights. You can easily make everyday teatimes more festive with new dishes and a beautiful table setting. We picked out six lovely mugs and teapots from the selection at Finnish Design Shop! Read more
The return of the Eames Fiberglass Chair
The Eames Fiberglass Chair, launched almost 70 years ago, was the world's first mass-produced plastic chair. Thanks to new production methods, Charles and Ray Eames' fiberglass chair is back in the Vitra collection after a break of over two decades. Read more
Alvar Aalto's Beehive has a brand new black finish
One of the most anticipated Artek’s autumn releases is the new, black version of Alvar Aalto's Beehive. Its sophisticated spirit suits both homes and public spaces. Other new Aalto launches include The Golden Bell that is now also available as a wall lamp. Read more
The Cesta lamp showcases natural materials and meticulous handiwork
Miguel Milá’s elegant Cesta table lamp from 1962 is on many interior decorators’ wish list. The lamp’s cherry-wood structure is still manufactured by hand. Read more
String System – a timeless and limitless shelving classic
The String System is a versatile storage solution suitable for both home and office. Modules of the system can be used to build a bookcase covering the entire living room wall, find a solution for shoe storage in the hallway or assemble a small wall shelf for your most beloved decor items. Read more
Bokk is a sculptural bottle opener
Bokk by Nedre Foss is a rather unusual bronze sculpture, as you can use it to pop open a beer or a soda bottle. Sigve Knutson’s hand-carved furrows make the unique bottle opener’s surface come alive. Read more
Ten years of Klaus Haapaniemi's Taika
The Taika dishware set from Iittala is turning ten years old. In honor of the celebration, the set will be expanded with collector’s mugs, available until the end of 2017. Read more
Here’s how to choose a suitable coffee table – 6 tips for success
A good coffee table gives you the surface space you need and adds the final touch to a living area’s look. Here are a few tips to help you find your sofa the perfect partner. Read more
Fiskars Summer House draws on art for inspiration
What would it look like in Marie Gullichsen’s greenhouse, Rut Bryk’s sauna room or on Tove Jansson’s veranda? The Fiskars Summer House exhibition presents nine rooms that interesting contemporary designers have designed for artists they admire. Read more
Salone del Mobile 2019 – the highlights of the Milan furniture fair
The Finnish Design Shop team checked out the new products at the largest design event in Europe, the Salone del Mobile furniture fair in Milan. The current trends included classical materials and the clean lines of the Bauhaus school that turns 100 this year. View our favorites from Milan! Read more
The highlights of Stockholm Furniture Fair
The Finnish Design Shop team visited Stockholm Furniture Fair to explore the design trends of spring 2018 and discovered earthy colors, lavish materials and practical storage solutions. See our 20 favorite products from Stockholm Design Week! Read more
FDS Award success stories: Studio Kaksikko
Studio Kaksikko or Wesley Walters and Salla Luhtasela won the first FDS Award design competition in 2016. The success was a great boost for their careers: Walters and Luhtasela's products are now manufactured by renowned Nordic design brands. Read more
Aino Aalto – the strict functionalist
Aino Aalto brought the modern interior design ideals that she thought were practical to Finland. Read more
Highlights from the Milan Furniture Fair, part 2
Just for a moment, let’s return to the Milan Furniture Fair and the newly released designs. The Finnish Design Shop team picked out a few favorites from the vast selection on offer – take a look at the best of Milan Design Week 2018 and also read part one of our article series! Read more
The best of Stockholm Furniture Fair
Finnish Design Shop's team visited the Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair to learn about this spring's new products and trends. Check out our favourites among our suppliers' selections! Read more
The modern over-the-counter store in Helsinki
Alko, the Finnish retail seller of alcoholic beverages, had its Töölöntori store in Helsinki renovated in 1930s style as part of the company’s 85th anniversary celebrations. The unique nostalgia store was designed by design agency Kuudes. Read more
The limitless joy of prints and colors
Klaus Haapaniemi and Mia Wallenius’ home in Victoria Park, East London is a testing platform for Haapaniemi’s enchanting animal and nature-themed products. The interior design of their home proves that richness of prints and colors can be harmonious and controlled. Read more
The Botanic Shelf provides an adaptable place for green plants
Riikka Kantinkoski and Pinja Rouger designed The Botanic Shelf to meet their own needs. They view this as the reason for the straightforward design process: the commissioner of the project is always present when you design for yourself. Read more
Celebrating women
Nordic values, including equality, are at the core of Finnish Design Shop’s operations: women work in various roles in our company. To celebrate International Women’s Day, we created a report illustrated by Emmi-Riikka Vartiainen, which includes some surprising facts. Read more
Palace Restaurant’s Michelin star is shining once again
The legendary, new and improved Palace Restaurant in Helsinki has reclaimed its place among the Michelin-awarded restaurants in Finland. When Palace was in touch with Swedish Note Design Studio, their intent was not to go for trendy interiors – quite the opposite, in fact. They wanted to create a timeless atmosphere that would honour the unique history of the location. Read more
FDS Award success stories: Hanna Anonen
Hanna Anonen came third in the FDS Award design competition in 2017. Since then her entry, the playful Cocktail pendant light, has been featured in international magazines and exhibitions and will soon become part of the collection of Hakola. Read more
Teija Harju: 6 favorites from the mid-season sale
Teija Harju, who works in Finnish Design Shop’s content team, picked six favorites from the mid-season sale. There is only a limited number of sale products available, so score the best finds now! Read more
Round shapes and vibrant orange – we listed the interior trends of Stockholm Furniture Fair
The full spectrum of the Scandinavian interior decoration style was visible at the Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair. We listed the current trends and four of the most inspiring exhibitions. Read more
FDS Award success stories: Mona Isotupa
Mona Isotupa won the 2017 FDS Award with her Pine Lip Balm concept. Now the lip balm, packaged into minimalist pine jars, has grown into a complete line of natural cosmetics that challenges the business with its ethical and environmentally friendly approach. Read more