The cottage or cabin kitchen is a place for laughter and endless conversations and preparing the most delicious seasonal dishes. However, its feel is often more unique, playful, and rustic than an everyday kitchen. Take a peek at these functional interior details that will delight you in your cottage, summer house, or home kitchen! Read more
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and its functionality is essential in a hectic lifestyle. However, the kitchen is not only a room for daily routines but also an inspiring and cozy space to get together with friends and family. We put together some tips to brighten up your kitchen! Read more
Lauriane Bueb is a French art director and photographer living in Amsterdam and specializing in interior styling. Lauriane chose her six favorite objects from Finnish Design Shop with a focus on both beauty and functionality. Read more
A kitchen renovation doesn't necessarily need to involve a sledgehammer or even a paintbrush: considered choice of furniture combined with charming details is enough to create a completely new mood. Design Stories put together six fun tips to give your kitchen a summery facelift. Read more
A black-and-white home in Helsinki, following the art lines of the 1960s, is the ideal location for a colorful collection of contemporary art. Read more
Top restaurant in Norway under five meters of water, statue park taken over by corals in Mexico. Mondo listed unforgettable underwater experiences around the world. Read more
Design Stories browsed through Finnish Design Shop's Summer Sale and picked seven sale items that add a Scandinavian vibe and refreshing colors to your summer kitchen. The sale items are only available while supplies last, so right now is the perfect time to freshen up your kitchen! Read more
Wood surfaces, plush sofas, warm bright shades, and patterned wallpapers – the cozy atmosphere of the 70s is back. We picked our favorites from the design treasures of the decade. Enliven your home with a hint of nostalgia! Read more
It’s easy to whip up delectable and trendy breakfast platters for the weekend when you concentrate on the right thing: seasons. Weekday mornings feel more enjoyable with modernized bircher muesli, fresh blackcurrant and ginger soda, and yogurt topped with sweet plum compote. Read more
Fans of Nordic design were well and truly spoiled in August when both HAY and Iittala published their much-anticipated new collections. In addition, we also got some fresh new arrivals from the likes of Marimekko. Take a look at our picks from the month of August! Read more
If you run short of seats on the patio, have a look indoors. Many dining chairs are suitable for outdoor as well as indoor use, allowing the same seats to be used in a wide range of spaces. Here are a few examples of chairs that you can grab from the kitchen and place on the patio. Read more
Helsinki-based Studio Plenty works with styling, photoshoots and aesthetics in general. Their recently renovated office brings new energy to their creative work. Design Stories interviewed co-founder Anna Pirkola to find out more about the renovation as well as current trends in interior design. Read more
In the home of textile designer Eri Shimatsuka and architect Jussi Kalliopuska, Finnish architecture meets Japanese aesthetics and joy. Read more
Franckly Friends, dedicated to friends of pre-owned design, is a column that visits the homes of interesting individuals and delves into stories behind their design treasures. First up, we had the pleasure of exploring designer Fanni Lyytikäinen’s home, full of surprises – a forgotten pearl of 70s architecture in Espoo's Olari district. Read more
A 60-sqm, two-bedroom apartment in Käpylä, Helsinki, was converted nicely for five, when the father who got enthusiastic about interior decor… Read more
Ateljee Kukkapuro, which has been the home and workspace of Yrjö Kukkapuro and graphic artist Irmeli Kukkapuro for decades, is an international attraction. Design Stories had the pleasure of visiting the studio and hearing about Yrjö Kukkapuro’s life’s work and the importance of the space and collaboration for creativity. Read more
Blogger Kasia Rutkowiak refurnished the hallway of her Warsaw-apartment with contemporary Nordic design and light, airy colors. Her old String shelving system, previously used in a home office, found a new life as an open wardrobe. Kasia shares with us the story of her hallway makeover. Read more
In July, Finnish Design Shop’s selection expanded with Yrjö Kukkapuro's iconic Remmi chair, several beautiful lighting designs, and many products suitable for the home office – despite the summer sun, heat, and holiday season. Check out our favorites among the latest arrivals! Read more
Red, yellow, blue, and green – bright colors are making a comeback in our homes. If you feel a bit color-shy, start off by adding in accent colors with smaller details and accessories. Forget the strict interior rules and play freely with bold tones! Read more
The windows of the sheltered cabin give a magnificent view of the landscape in Houtskär, an island group in the Finnish Archipelago. Large ships pass by every now and then, their sound giving a rhythm to the flow of the day. The Kemell-Kutvonen family lives a tranquil life on the island during the summer, enjoying relaxed activities and the simplicity of the surroundings. Read more