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A modern home in an old stable
Nina and Jørgen decorated their Oslo home with dark and earthy tones. The dramatic color scheme highlights the special architecture of the apartment built in an old stable. Read more
Jirka Väätäinen trusts his intuition in interior decoration: “Items that please me will fit together and usually find their place in my home”
When social media influencer Jirka Väätäinen engages in interior decoration, he is driven by inspiration and experimentation, not practical issues. The first home he bought strengthened his identity. Now he has the courage to trust his instincts. Read more
Olli-Pekka favors classics and vintage: “I do not want disposable things in my home”
Olli-Pekka Koljonen's relaxed home hosts life, art, design and a dog. A dreary flat was reborn as a genuine, crisp gem. Read more
A brilliant city home
The home of an interior designer and a carpenter in Helsinki is full of clever interior design solutions, strong colors and a cozy atmosphere. Read more
A lengthy renovation prioritized things: “We appreciate our home much more now”
The adversities during the renovation had their purpose. Vuokko and Lauri, who live in the Töölö district of Helsinki, can appreciate their home in a new way, and decorate without pressure. Read more
The home of ten smart ideas
On the edge of a field in Masku stands a handsome detached house with roomy and functional spaces. Interior designer Elina Tommila shares the best ideas she has implemented in their home. Read more
Katriina Nuutinen: “Light makes an apartment a home”
The home of Finnish designer Katriina Nuutinen in Joensuu reflects a chain of traditions. Self-designed lighting fixtures and vases meet grandma’s rug and great flea market finds. Read more
Miia and Willem’s home is one of a kind
A row house built in the late 1940s in Herttoniemi, Helsinki includes a home whose residents shun conventional solutions. Read more
A home for life
Concrete floors and a black-and-white bathroom were at the top of their wish list, when the family in Rovaniemi, in Finnish Lapland, started building their house on the Kemijoki river. But an interior designer overturned their ideas right away. Read more
A home in an old schoolhouse
Rosita and Matias had never owned or renovated a house, or even an apartment for that matter. They bought half of a 100-year-old schoolhouse and learned to do it all themselves. Read more
A Helsinki home inspired by 1950s design
Susanna and Mikko renovated their one-bedroom apartment in Punavuori, Helsinki with a precise purpose in mind for each square meter. They succeeded with the help of a good carpenter. The ideas for materials and colors come from 1950s design. Read more
A Helsinki home like visual fireworks
Visualist Vesa Kemppainen’s two-room apartment in a block of old wooden houses in Helsinki is a charming mix of colorful bird arrangements, evocative art and vintage furniture. Read more
Monochrome Christmas
Sanna sticks to a palette of black and white even at Christmas, adding a cozy seasonal feel to her home with candles, ornaments and flowers. Read more
1960s rowhouse with charming small eccentricities
There are homes where people live for a long time. Despite eccentricities – or perhaps because of them – they have a pleasant atmosphere. Read more
Three rooms in Kreuzberg
The romantically derelict Kreuzberg stole Stiina’s heart. The atmospheric home in Berlin is decorated with Finnish and Scandinavian design as well as flea market finds. Read more
Treasure on the River Aura
The home of Anna, Tuomas and their daughter Aida is in the historic Crichton House on the banks of the River Aura in Turku. Before they moved in, the house was under renovation for two years. 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 perfect floor plan
The renovation of the apartment took seven months, but it was definitely worth it. The end result is a spacious and open home that also has room for the family’s numerous classic chairs. Take a look at these renovation veterans’ insightful tips! Read more
Jutta and Jani renovated a wooden house from the 1920s: “Here, space has become a new kind of luxury”
Renovating a wooden house in poor condition proved a challenge, but in the end, it was worth it. The move from a loft apartment to the wooden house of their dreams in Turku brought more than a hundred square meters more space. Read more
In the peace of the city
Is it possible to live in an architect-designed house in Helsinki in such a way that the best neighborhood playground is the natural forest nearby? It actually is. Read more
A wooden house in Kumpula was decorated with striking colors
Moss green, powder rose, bright red and lime green sound like an odd combination. Johanna and Tero have a special ability to make the colors fit their cozy wooden house. Read more
Material mix with memories
Paper Collective's Morten Kaaber and Lill Bersang love to decorate with different materials in a light, Nordic setting. The mix provides a personalized, long-lasting style and creates a fun base for their family life. Read more
Waves of design
Inke and Jan Ketonen have picked up ideas from around the world, invested in classics and started nurturing plants. Gradually, they have developed a common style. Read more
A summer cabin in a childhood landscape in Pargas
The family of designer Sebastian Jansson had not intended to buy a summer cottage at all. Then a plot practically made for them was put on sale in a familiar location. Read more
An open hideaway in Karjalohja
A black-sided smoke sauna was extended with a holiday house that is transparent, like a greenhouse. The complex designed by the architectural office Mattila & Merz blends in with the surrounding nature. Read more
Wreaths, Christmas stockings and a glittering Elvis
Stylish does not necessarily mean expensive, says Elina Henttonen, art director of Avotakka interior decoration magazine, whose home and Christmas are a combination of American influences and 1950s esthetics. Read more
6 gift ideas for the budding green thumb
We handpicked six gift ideas from the selection of Finnish Design Shop, which will please anyone with a soft spot for both modern Nordic design and decorating with flora. Read more
At work like at home
More and more, offices remind us of homes or coffee shops – and homes of design hotels. Interior Architects Fyra and Finnish Design Shop Contract Sales have an unrivaled perspective on the fusion of styles in homes and public spaces. Read more
9 tips for home lighting
Well-designed lighting helps make a home more comfortable. Read our tips on how to design lighting for different spaces and how to choose the right kind of lamp! Read more
A chapel on the island of Kemiö: “Here we have everything that we have always dreamed about”
Heikki and Kaija Siren’s sea chapel inspired a place for quiet that has everything a person needs. Read more
Fill your home with houseplants and make them flourish
Can you imagine a home without houseplants? Caring for them provides a Zen moment, in which you can forget about work and routines – and pretty well everything else. You can ensure that your plants flourish by giving them the right amount of water, light, fertilizer – and love. At this time of the year, plants are already awaiting some tender, loving springtime care. Read more
Hygge your home today – 6 tips for success
The first months of winter are perfect for practising Hygge, Danish for relaxing and lounging comfortably at home. The hygge feeling will be enhanced with voluminous blankets, soft velvet pillows, rugs and ambient lights. Create a lounging corner in your home, where you can retreat to with a good book and a cup of hot chocolate. Read more
Create a functional workspace in your home – 6 tips for success
Choose pieces that seamlessly match your existing home décor. The most effective solutions are often the most sustainable and beautiful ones. Read more
Organize your home – 5 professional tips
“Good order requires effort and discipline,” says professional organizer Lotta Huvinen. Practical storage solutions are also helpful. See five tips that make everyday life easier and aid you in the pursuit of an organized home. Read more
6 tips for setting a table – A beautiful setting whets your appetite and puts you in a festive mood
Invest in dinnerware and glasses that please the eye and bring out the best in your food and drink. Favor high-quality textiles and put the finishing touches on the table setting with fresh flowers. Read more
Marimekko's upcoming collections bring souvenirs from Japan and memories from artists' homes
Marimekko's fall/winter collection 2019 will celebrate women writers from the last century and the friendship between Finland and Japan. Favourites among Finnish Design Shop staff include patterns with a natural feel and strong colours which have returned to Nordic interiors. 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
Sale edit: Five handy storage units for the home
We chose storage units from Finnish Design Shop’s sale to keep your books, clothes and spice jars in the kitchen in order. There’s only a limited number of products available, so buy your favorites now! Read more
5 ideas to update your home for spring
Here are a few simple tricks to freshen up your interior. Use decorative items and new, light textiles that highlight this season’s colors and patterns. Read more
Sale edit: 6 spring favorites
Finnish Design Shop's mid-season sale has begun! We picked six spring favorites, which are well-suited for homes and summerhouses alike. Hurry while stocks last, only a limited number of products are available. 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
Marimekko's Sami Ruotsalainen: My best Christmas gift ideas
Marimekko designer Sami Ruotsalainen would gift Finnish design to everyone from home cooks to green thumbs. He will head to Eastern Finland for the holidays and plans to spend his time enjoying delicious traditional Christmas dishes. Read more
Joanna Laajisto: My best Christmas gift ideas
In this series of articles, our friends list their top Christmas gifts from the range of Finnish Design Shop. Interior architect Joanna Laajisto includes both Finnish design classics as well as practical home accessories in her gift list. Read more