In spring 2023, HAY is due to launch new designs from Inga Sempé, Jasper Morrison and Dutch modernist pioneer Gerrit Rietveld. Our team had the chance to take a sneak peek at the new arrivals – have a look at our picks and get ready to say hooray for HAY! Read more
The Stockholm Furniture Fair and Stockholm Design Week 2023 were organized in February, and the city was bustling with interesting exhibitions and events. The Finnish Design Shop team was there to explore new launches and trends – check out our picks from Stockholm! Read more
Phaidon’s new book HAY presents the beloved design brand that has been delivering irresistible colors, sparkling joy, and everyday wonders to all design lovers for over two decades. Read more
What will be the end result when an interior architect is given the task of updating a 1970s villa – and free rein? In this case it's timeless, softly soothing and uniquely beautiful interior design. We visited Villa Ekkulla on Kimitoön in Southwest Finland and learned how the interior was created. Read more
Helsinki Design Week takes place from 1 to 11 September 2022. The main venue is Alvar Aalto’s iconic “Sugar Cube”, but exhibitions and events are spread all over Helsinki. Design Stories picked six tips – discover them here! Read more
The luminaire series, designed by Inga Sempé, combines durability, beauty and versatility. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s list of best-selling design items of 2021 includes both timeless classics and Finnish innovation. Design Stories invites you to take a look back with us – maybe some of these design gems are your personal favorites as well? Read more
In December, Finnish Design Shop welcomed a fine selection of fresh arrivals from the likes of Finarte, Marimekko, and the Swedish lighting brand Wästberg. Design Stories picked the five most inspiring ones – take a look and find your favorite! Read more
Interior journalist Anna Aromaa reveals her green favorite products for giving your home a subtle Christmas feel. Read more
Stuck for ideas when it comes to presents this year? To ease the shopping, we put together 9 new products from the Finnish Design Shop’s selection, whether you’re looking for a suitable gift for a design lover, for someone who needs a little pampering, or for the one appreciating practicality. Get inspired by the new favorites! Read more
The dark and cold months of later autumn and winter are bound to make you miss the warmth, light, and colors of summer, but there’s no need to despair. Avotakka Art Director Elina Henttonen put together a to-do list for Design Stories on how to really get the best out of long evenings at home. She also threw in some great gift tips for good measure. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s interior architect Maija Rasila talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories’ Favorites of the Month column. In October, she is making her home cozy for the winter and dreaming of a short fall trip to Porvoo. Read more
Avotakka’s Editor-in-Chief Kari-Otso Nevaluoma selected six light, simple and impressive lamps that bring joy to darkening fall evenings. Some of the lamps are suitable for both indoor and outdoor spaces, such as patios and balconies. Read more
Whether you need to check your hair or make the room seem bigger and brighter, a beautiful mirror often gives a space that perfect finishing touch. Design Stories rounded up 8 mirrors that are sure to make any design lover’s heart flutter! Read more
Finnish designer Katriina Nuutinen's glassware is characterized by a delicate nature that stems not only from the fragile material but also from Nuutinen's own personality. In an interview with Design Stories, she explains how she has harnessed her sensitivity as a resource for her design work. Read more
German content creator Swantje Hinrichsen has been awarded the title of Design Influencer of the Year, along with a prize sum of 4,000 euros, as part of Finnish Design Shop’s first FDS Influencer Awards competition. Discover the main prize winner's secret to success for fun colour combinations with Design Stories. Read more
The most irresistible color choice for spring is gentle lavender. Spice up the timeless interior with a touch of playful light purple with the help of small details and interior elements. Fall for lavender and see the dashing design finds! Read more
Balanced lighting requires multiple sources of light in addition to general lighting. Ethereal white table lamps double the light and look especially beautiful paired with trendy dark tones of wood. We chose five of our favorites – take a look and get inspired! Read more
Once again, we picked the five most interesting novelties from Finnish Design Shop. The choice was particularly difficult this time, as a record number of new items were added to our online store in December. Take a look and find your favorite! Read more
This week the 3 Days of Design took over the showrooms, streets, and architectural marvels of Copenhagen to celebrate Nordic design – Danish in particular. The event was arranged under exceptional circumstances, but the atmosphere fell nothing short of spectacular. Design Stories joined the inspirational exhibitions from a distance and picked out a selection of favorites – take a look! Read more
Today's interior decoration trends have taken a big leap towards a more classic look. In 2020, we will see round and elegant shapes, luxurious materials and references to 1990s classic design. Bright colors will also return to spice up the interior. Read an overview of the biggest trends this year! Read more
January is the time to make the home light and bright with crisp colors and a fresh look. Interior Architect Maija Rasila talks about her favorite products and styles in her 'Favorites of the Month' column in Design Stories. Read more
Swantje Hinrichsen is an art director, graphic designer and illustrator from Germany. Her Christmas gift picks for Finnish Design Shop were chosen with a keen eye for visual language and deep love for Scandinavian design. Read more
Work and school assignments are a piece of cake in a pleasant working environment. See our five tips on how to create a well-functioning workspace for schoolchildren, students or remote workers. Read more
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
A tangle of electrical cables and echoing space gave way to soft tones when interior designer Laura Seppänen converted a former hairdressing salon into a studio and showroom for herself. Read more
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
The Finnish Design Shop team visited the sunny Milan to scout new and upcoming products. The annual furniture fair showcased more than 1800 brands, and a part of the Milan Design Week events was held in the showrooms in the city center. See our favorites from Milan! Read more