Edited by Florencia Colombo and Ville Kokkonen, the Iittala book is the first one to provide a comprehensive picture of the 140-year history and advanced design philosophy of this iconic Finnish design company. Read more
Iittala’s new collection pays homage to the legendary Finnish designer and artist, Oiva Toikka, whose bold and joyful expression deviated from the strict, clean lines of Nordic design. Read more
This year marks the 140th anniversary of the founding of the Iittala glassworks. To celebrate the occasion, we compiled questions about Iittala's glasses from different decades. Take the quiz and see how well you know the iconic designs! Read more
Designed in celebration of the 140th anniversary of Iittala, the Kartta glass sculptures were created in collaboration with artist Santtu Mustonen and master glassblower Heikki Punkari. We had the chance to visit the Iittala glassworks and see how the challenging pieces are made. Read more
Celebrating its 140th anniversary in 2021, Iittala will bring back a truly remarkable Aalto vase from the archives. Originally made in 1937, the vase is one of the rarest Aalto forms. Read more
Some people may be hesitant about ordering from online stores during their summer vacation, as they may not be at home to receive the deliveries. There are often alternative shipping methods available, however, and delivery to summer homes is also possible. Design Stories’ column seeks answers to questions that puzzle design lovers around the world. Read more
“My friend has an ingenious way of writing down the things they want to do during the summer before the start of the summer holiday,” writes Design Stories columnist Hanna-Katariina Mononen. A list like that may save your holiday when the summer sneaks up on you. 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 bedroom is a particularly great room to implement changes instantly,” stylist Kasia Rutkowiak says. In this story, Kasia shares her favorite tips for bringing a subtle midsummer breeze to the bedroom decor. Read more
Grilled seasonal vegetables make an easy and tasty menu for summer celebrations such as Midsummer at the countryside cabin. Prepare the table with early potatoes and Caesar salad, halloumi with peas and mint, and delicious French toast topped with peaches and ricotta cheese. Read more
“When there’s a sale, I often look for products that are durable and can be used in multiple ways,” says Finnish Design Shop interior architect Maija Rasila, who picked six timeless items from the Summer Sale. Check them out and act quickly, because the stock is limited! Read more
Seeking darling designs suited to summer, as sweet as the sun kissing your complexion? Finnish Design Shop's Summer Sale is here to make lasting decor dreams come true, thanks to discounts up to 30%. We're highlighting eight favourites from the sale, full of gems that sell out fast – be quick to secure yours! Read more
Hankering to pot around in the garden, but running low on gardening tools and accessories? We selected six home garden essentials that are part of Finnish Design Shop’s Weekend Special, which offers you 15% off all gardening items until 7 June. Read more
Ceilings with dark wood beams, sloping walls and skylights are essential elements of the atmospheric second home of Tiina’s family in Hanko, Finland's southernmost town. The home was renovated in the loft of a house built in the late nineteenth century. Read more
Sometimes you feel attached to an object already before making the decision to buy it. And sometimes the process takes a decade, writes Design Stories columnist Hanna-Katariina Mononen. 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
The mid-20th century Milan Triennials in Italy have influenced Finnish design more than you might think. The treasures of the industrial art success story are on display in the Finnish Glass Museum's summer exhibition in Riihimäki. Read more
Ida Hanhiniemi, strategist at Sugar Helsinki, sets her table with both new and old objects. While browsing flea markets and vintage stores, she focuses on quality and need. Read more
Known for her colourful and playful products, Hanna Anonen has received the Young Designer of the Year prize in 2021. Thanks to her strong identity as a designer, Anonen is paving the way for other young designers, states the prize jury. Read more
In Kaisu Kaplin's home, art brings color to the Scandinavian interior. The works of art have been carefully selected and have found their place with time. Kaplin tells Design Stories about her art collection and gives tips on how to acquire art. Read more