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6.10.2018

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

9.1.2018

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

5.12.2019

Raise a toast to equal design!

In Finland, design is like a good friend – easy to approach and an easy-going source of joy in everyday life. Finnish design is also curiously equal due to its unique history. Here, design is not intended as luxury for a limited élite but something for everyone to enjoy. Read more

29.12.2017

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

18.5.2018

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

5.9.2019

An Artek classic with a new look: The Publics stool is part of Finnish Design Shop's anniversary collection

The Publics stool designed for the interior of the Publics library in Helsinki is part of Finnish Design Shop's 15th anniversary collection. Valerio Di Lucente, the designer of the updated version of the stool, wished to emphasize Alvar Aalto's timeless design and innovative L-leg structure. Read more

22.1.2019

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

13.7.2018

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

5.4.2019

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

24.10.2018

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

26.4.2019

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

5.9.2019

Anni Korkman's tips for Helsinki Design Week

Helsinki Design Week, the biggest design festival in the Nordic countries, will entertain the public with over 200 events this year. See five tips by Anni Korkman, Programme Director, on the offerings of the fifteenth Design Week. Read more

28.5.2019

Tips from the jury of the FDS Award design competition

We asked the FDS Award judges to whom they would they recommend the design competition, now being held for the third time, and what they expect from the product ideas. Read the tips and submit your work by June 14th! Read more

12.10.2018

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

6.6.2019

3 Days of Design in Copenhagen

The 3 Days of Design event in Copenhagen was a celebration of Nordic, particularly Danish, design. The showrooms were open to the public, with designers displaying their latest products and the city brimming with fascinating exhibitions. The Finnish Design Shop team was on hand – read our report from Copenhagen! Read more

6.9.2019

FDS Award 2019 shortlist revealed – discover the top 10 designs

The third FDS Award design competition received nearly 400 submissions from design students, aspiring designers and experienced professionals from around the world. The jury carefully selected ten names to create a shortlist. Read more

4.9.2019

Oiva Toikka's Aili glass bird graces Finnish Design Shop's anniversary collection

The Aili glass bird, designed by Oiva Toikka in celebration of 15 years of Finnish Design Shop, is sure to become a treasured collector's item. In May, Design Stories visited Iittala's glass factory to observe how skillful glass blowers shape the bird. See the video at the end of the article! Read more

3.9.2019

Finnish Design Shop launches an anniversary collection of classics and new design

In celebration of its 15th birthday, Finnish Design Shop, together with Joanna Laajisto, has curated an anniversary collection featuring timeless design classics in earthy tones. The collection is available for a limited time only, so get your own collector's item of tomorrow already today! Read more

6.3.2019

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

12.9.2019

An internationalized teenager – Finnish Design Shop celebrates its 15th anniversary

15 years ago, Finnish Design Shop CEO Teemu Kiiski founded an online store sharing the pieces of Nordic happiness with the world. Read more

31.8.2018

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

10.4.2018

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

12.1.2018

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

19.11.2019

Iittala’s Virva lamp combines a sculptural form with ambient lighting

Iittala launched the Virva lamp, designed by Matti Klenell, in autumn 2019. Born as a collaboration between the Swedish designer and the Iittala glassworks, Virva adds a touch of Klenell’s soft playfulness to Iittala’s lighting range. Read more

8.12.2017

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

7.6.2019

Muuto's new Linear Steel garden furniture brings people together

Linear Steel, the first outdoor furniture collection by the Danish Muuto, was designed by Thomas Bentzen. Instead of individual chairs, the seats are long benches, which create a relaxed and informal atmosphere around the table. Read more

14.11.2018

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

16.10.2018

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

29.1.2018

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

5.12.2018

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

12.9.2018

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

27.8.2018

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

3.6.2019

The Dandy sofa brings a 1940s twist to contemporary interiors

Massproductions’ curvy Dandy sofa is a new design icon with classic, timeless charm. Thus, it is a perfect match for Hotel St. George’s popular Coupole Suite. Read more

26.11.2019

Form & Refine relies on the power of authenticity, origin and alpacas

Form & Refine is a fresh Danish design company that passes on the craft traditions of various countries in the spirit of Nordic design. The first product launches include alpaca products from Bolivia, ceramics from Portugal and wooden furniture from Denmark. Read more

21.6.2019

Sale picks: 6 colorful design favorites

We handpicked designs from Finnish Design Shop’s summer sale that are perfect for anyone fond of cheerful prints and a colorful decor. The sa… Read more

4.2.2019

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

4.11.2019

Iittala’s spring collection 2020 is all about nature

Iittala presented its new range for spring 2020 at the Amos Rex museum in Helsinki at the end of October. With the new range, Iittala urges us to flex our green thumb and let nature in. Read more

7.9.2018

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

24.8.2018

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

9.8.2018

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

13.7.2018

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

10.10.2017

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

7.10.2019

Iittala x Magis Linnut: Toikka’s illuminating birds

Created in collaboration with Magis, Iittala and Oiva Toikka, the Linnut lighting collection combines Toikka’s beloved birds and Magis’ material know-how. The playful light sculptures are made of a new kind of plastic that acts like glass during production. Read more

16.3.2018

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

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