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17.8.2023

Franckly Friends: Colors and vintage treasures bring life to Kohsuke and Masako Nakamura’s light-toned city home

One can easily gather clues about the Japanese couple’s fondness for Nordic design in their Helsinki home, which exudes a delightful mix of light and warmth. But it’s only when you take a moment to sit down at their kitchen table that the stories behind their cherished items come to life. Let’s listen! Read more

26.5.2023

Franckly Friends: Jenna Kiuru likes living with as few possessions as possible

Jenna Kiuru is a visual storyteller who, when buying an object, carefully considers both the necessity for and care required by it. Jenna and her spouse live in downtown Helsinki, leading a wonderful life in their compact home. Read more

26.4.2023

The prettiest preloved patio furniture – we picked five favorites from Franckly’s outdoor selection

Welcome for a bout of treasure-hunting in Franckly’s very own summer shop! Our marketplace for pre-owned design is bursting with beauties for the summer home from gorgeous garden furniture to vintage tableware. To celebrate the opening of the Summer Store, we selected five of our favorites from Franckly’s outdoor selection. Read more

11.4.2023

Franckly Friends: Pirkko’s family home makes room for wood surfaces, play and pre-owned design classics

A couple who work with wood live with their children in the Maununneva district of Helsinki. At first glance, you wouldn't guess from the art gallery-like space that many of the items in the home are pre-owned – and that it’s a place for spontaneous ball games. Read more

2.3.2023

Franckly Friends: The home of Tanja Nikunen is a veritable treasure trove of design finds

Tanja Nikunen has a knack for spotting true design gems among numerous flea-market items. The home in a semi-detached house built in the late 1970s gets a unique look from the fixtures built by Tanja’s husband, who is a carpenter. Take a peek at this lovely home with Design Stories! Read more

12.1.2023

Franckly Friends: Pauline Deckert and Arash Ghassemi’s home in Berlin is filled with creative flux

Pauline Deckert and Arash Ghassemi have turned their rooftop flat into an eclectic Gesamtkunstwerk, a total work of art of different styles and eras. Design Stories visited the couple’s colorful home in Berlin – take a tour with us! Read more

23.11.2022

Nita Hauhia’s tips for vintage gifts from Franckly: “I prepare for the holiday season by buying pre-owned gifts all year round!”

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

17.11.2022

Franckly Friends: Art and revamped vintage furniture create an enchanting atmosphere in the home of Katarina Fredrikson

Katarina Fredrikson is not afraid to combine design finds from different eras with pre-owned furniture she has refurbished herself. The numerous works of art and soft wall colors really tie the decor of this Helsinki-home together. Read more

23.9.2022

Franckly Friends: Home in a terraced house from the 1970s made Anni and Daniel fans of Artek’s furniture

Strong accent colors, numerous vintage pieces by Artek and the best of 1970s architecture – these are what make up the interior of Anni and Daniel’s home in Turku, Finland. Join Design Stories on a tour of this bright home in a terraced house! Read more

29.6.2022

Franckly Friends: Pete Rahikainen loves Art Nouveau and makes discoveries in his attic

Fashion professional and dancer Pete Rahikainen lives in Katajanokka, Helsinki, in an apartment where it always seems to be summer. The apartment features muted tones, a mix of styles and eras as well as a touch of Italian-style effortless elegance. Read more

31.5.2022

Franckly Friends: In Sarah Hartmann’s Berlin home forgotten vintage pieces get a second life

Sarah Hartmann’s colorful apartment in Berlin is full of vintage furniture and creative DIY projects. Franckly’s team got the chance to visit Sarah’s spacious, sun-filled home – take a tour with us! Read more

15.8.2023

From bubblegum pink to romantic rose – see our tips for Barbiecore décor!

Like seemingly everyone on the planet, our team has recently been endlessly inspired by the live-action Barbie movie. We put on our pink goggles and picked our favorite Barbiecore pieces from Finnish Design Shop’s selection: these designs are sure to maintain their charm even after all the Barbie dust has settled. Read more

24.7.2023

Home sweet home – 9 tips for furnishing your very first home

Moving into your very first home is a major milestone, filled with both joy and excitement. To ensure your new space feels like a true sanctuary, the editorial team of Design Stories has curated a comprehensive list of 9 must-have products to tackle all interior design needs for your new space. Home sweet home! Read more

30.6.2023

TOP 5: New colors for old classics – the most inspiring new products

Classic is a classic for a reason, but every now and then, even the most beloved pieces crave a little makeover. Get ready to meet Finnish Design Shop’s latest arrivals for June: these familiar products are now dressed up in a fresh coat of new colors and captivating patterns! Read more

28.4.2022

Franckly Friends: The home of Iida Lappalainen got dressed in colors

Iida Lappalainen, the founder of vintage store Curated and an expert in sustainable clothing, lives in Helsinki with her boyfriend Antti and dog Kaapo. Iida’s new home made her realize that the way she decorates her home has something in common with the way she dresses: carefully selected pre-owned treasures and colorful patterns. Read more

7.4.2022

Kari Virtanen, cabinetmaker and founder of Nikari, wins the Kaj Franck Design Prize 2022

Cabinetmaker Kari Virtanen is the winner of the Kaj Franck Design Prize 2022, one of the best-known design prizes in Finland. Over the years, Virtanen has designed a wide range of wooden furniture for Nikari, a company he founded in 1967, and collaborated with Alvar Aalto and even Kaj Franck himself. Read more

17.3.2022

Franckly Friends: Architect Olavi Koponen explores our relationship with space and nature in his creations

In this Franckly Friends column we have a chat with Olavi Koponen, a Finnish architect who specializes in wood construction. We meet Koponen in one of his designs, the Villa Lena in Espoo, Finland, which exhibits his signature element – simplified beauty. Read more

10.3.2022

Franckly – home to a creative team of vintage design experts

Franckly is a thriving pre-owned online design marketplace run by a team that’s passionate about curated vintage design and responsible consumption. Design Stories interviewed Franckly’s Sales Manager Lotta Kuuteri, who has found her calling in the marvelous world of pre-owned design. Read more

4.5.2023

How to care for wooden outdoor furniture? Check out our tips for cleaning and maintaining your terrace furniture

The material and finish of wooden outdoor furniture determines how it should be cleaned and maintained. You should spare a moment for the maintenance of both brand new outdoor furniture and any taken out from winter storage. This will help you enjoy your furniture for decades ahead. Read more

28.4.2023

Design gems for mothers – 7 carefully selected gift ideas for Mother’s Day

Finland, as well as many other countries, celebrate mothers, grandmothers, mother figures and everyone who considers themselves a mother on the second Sunday in May. If you are still pondering what to get for Mother’s Day, not to worry, as we give you seven ideas for design gifts that will delight your loved one and brighten up their home for years to come. Read more

11.4.2023

The Moomins invite you to a wild garden party – introducing the Moomin summer mug 2023!

In the seasonal summer mug of 2023, the Moomin family is hosting a summer party in their garden. The new tableware collection is called Garden Party, and it will be the last of the series featuring the Moomins’ summer activities. Read more

10.2.2022

Franckly Friends: Aija Staffans and Isa Kukkapuro-Enbom sit down for a chat on a vintage Ateljee sofa

Design industry influencer Isa Kukkapuro-Enbom and researcher and architect Aija Staffans from Aalto University sit for a chat on a 1960s Ateljee sofa in Aija’s home. The discussion starts with the sofa itself, moves on to what makes for quality design and a good home, and finally to sustainable development and living in the way that best suits one’s own tastes and aspirations. Read more

31.3.2023

Anna Vartiainen: “Internationality is about exchange and interaction – at its best, it enables a broader understanding”

Anna Vartiainen, communications director and member of the jury of the Paimio Sanatorium 90 – Human Perspective poster competition, is working with the Paimio Sanatorium Foundation to outline guidelines for the future of the landmark building designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto. Design Stories got to visit Anna above the rooftops of Helsinki—where, by complete surprise, we found a bit of Paris. Read more

24.3.2023

Visiting the Artek factory in Turku – see how the iconic stool 60 is made!

Did you know that all bentwood furniture by Artek is made in Turku, Finland, which is also the home of Finnish Design Shop? Design Stories visited Artek’s a-factory to see how the 90-year-old stool 60 and other Artek classics are made. Join us for a tour! Read more

8.3.2023

Finnish Design Shop continues to support UN Women’s work in Ukraine

This International Women’s Day, Finnish Design Shop continues to support the women of Ukraine with a donation to UN Women Finland. Please consider donating yourself – with our help, UN Women and its partners can address the needs of women and girls in this time of war. Read more

7.2.2023

Crises also leave their mark on design, but how do challenging times shape it?

The major crises we have experienced lately have posed immense challenges to many design brands. For consumers, this new situation has meant higher prices and longer delivery times. We asked design professionals whether something good could come out of all the adversity. Read more

17.2.2023

How to refurbish a teak table at home? Furniture restorer Sanna Laurila gives her best tips for maintaining teak furniture

Because of its durability, teak furniture is nowadays a common sight at vintage shops and homes. When maintaining old furniture, good instructions and, if necessary, professional advice are invaluable. Furniture expert Sanna Laurila explains how to refurbish an old teak table and answers most frequently asked questions about proper teak maintenance. Read more

9.2.2023

New Moomin mugs for Moominpappa and Hemulen

The Moomin Classics Collection will be updated in spring 2023 when Moominpappa and Hemulen get brand-new illustrations. The new mugs feature the characters occupied with their favorite chores: Moominpappa taking care of the Moominhouse and Hemulen collecting plants. Read more

17.1.2023

Buying a forest and feasting in a wild food restaurant – Finnish Design Shop’s 2022 highlights

A forest of our own, deliveries to 102 countries, wild food delicacies, brand new interior design service – Finnish Design Shop’s year 2022 featured various highlights. Now at the beginning of the year, it’s a good time to peek into the past and celebrate the successes. Read what 2022 had in store for us! Read more

8.12.2021

Franckly Friends: Palmera Estudio is artist Albert Madaula’s dreamy home and atelier in Barcelona

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

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