Muuto’s spring news 2021: soft tones and shapes
Muuto’s 2021 new arrivals feature harmonious hues, dark wood and a new size of the Ridge vase by Kaksikko. Check out our favorite novelties from Muuto! Read more
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In the spotlight: Muuto's Fiber chair campaign
Muuto's popular Fiber chair series is easy to distinguish by its pleasantly soft shapes, innovative materials and uncompromising comfort. Now you can bring home Fiber chairs and stools at a 15% discount for a limited time only. Join us in discovering Finnish Design Shop’s frequently updated product campaigns, allowing you to save on long-term interior investments. Read more
Muuto co-founder Peter Bonnén jumped into the world of cosmetics – Nuori revolves around freshness
”I wanted to find a way to combine my business side and my creative side.” In Design Stories’ interview, Peter Bonnén talks about his career from the time before Muuto to his current job at Nuori, a cosmetic brand founded by his wife Jasmi Bonnén. Read more
Avotakka’s picks for the patio: “Outdoor furniture should be timeless and of high-quality”
In this column, Avotakka’s editorial staff present their favorite products and interior design solutions that have proved functional. Avotakka’s producer Anu Karttunen presents six multifunctional products for the garden and patio. Read more
5 picks for the spring home: “Changing textiles is the easiest way to try new colors”
Outi Kempas, Product Owner at Finnish Design Shop, chose five products to help bring a spring atmosphere to your home. In this column, the Finnish Design Shop employees tell their favorites from the online store's selection. Read more
Joy, color & comfort – 8 tips for a playful children's room
Filled with life and laughter, the kid’s room is without a doubt the funniest place at home, yet the cozy and creative area also requires practicality and storage solutions to work. Take a look at the timeless design picks for the cheerful children's room! Read more
Gift ideas for a graduate – celebrate the achievement with a design piece!
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
Cheerful colors and fascinating spring novelties – Maija Rasila’s May favorites
Finnish Design Shop’s interior architect, Maija Rasila, talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories' Favorites of the Month column. In May, she finds combinations of bright pastel colors and neutral shades particularly attractive. Read more
Ask the Customer Service: “Are spare parts available for the Amp lamp?”
If your design lamp’s glass shade gets broken, don’t hesitate to ask our Customer Service if a spare part is available – they often are! Design Stories’ new column seeks answers to questions that puzzle design lovers around the world. Read more
Photographer Kaisu Kaplin: “Art makes our home our own”
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
Top 6 picks by Jäll & Tofta: “Good design is all about an eye for the needs of the user”
Sina Gwosdzik and Jakob Dannenfeldt from the Berlin-based creative studio Jäll & Tofta chose their six favorite items from Finnish Design Shop. Some of the products can also be found in their own interior projects. Read more
Nine colorful products to decorate your Easter home
In the Nordic countries, Easter decorations often include tulips, lovely pastel shades and, of course, tasty delicacies. We picked products that easily bring a spring-time feel to your home décor and table setting. Read more
Ask the Customer Service: “What’s the difference between laminate and linoleum on Artek tables?”
One of the cornerstones of Finnish Design Shop’s success is the professional, friendly and customer-oriented customer service. Design Stories’ new column seeks answers to questions that puzzle design lovers around the world. Read more
Avotakka’s picks for the hallway: “A smartly decorated hallway improves the quality of life”
In Design Stories’ new column, the editorial staff of the Finnish interior design magazine Avotakka will share their favorite products and interior design solutions that have proved functional in their own homes. Managing Editor Miia Kauhanen picked seven products for a functional hallway. Read more
Timeless dining chairs that transform the area and bring people together
The well-designed dining chairs not only complete the dining space but also bring the loved ones together for the favorite meals, game nights, and unforgettable conversations. The right dining chairs combine functional features and charming aesthetics. Mix and match these popular chairs at your dining table! Read more
Cornerstones of Nordic design – add a touch of Scandinavian atmosphere to your home
Nordic design and the fresh interior decoration style inspired by it are a source of delight around the world. We put together a few tips to help give a Scandinavian vibe to your home. Read more
Scandinavian feel in the Santorini sun – a peek into a luxury hotel by Kapsimalis Architects
Located on the Greek island of Santorini, the Saint Hotel proves that Nordic and Greek aesthetics have, in fact, quite many things in common. In Design Stories’ interview, Marianna Kapsimali from Kapsimalis Architects talks about the challenging project and the stunning end result, which is complemented by furniture supplied by Finnish Design Shop's Contract Sales. Read more
Industrial home decor: 10 key products for creating the look
Rough and bold materials such as concrete, brick, and metal are the basis of an industrial-inspired interior. Although the style is emphasized in lofts, which are renovated from old factories and warehouses, the atmosphere can be conjured up in other settings as well. Get inspired and add a touch of factory feeling to home! Read more
TOP 10: The most popular design products of 2020
Finnish Design Shop's list of best-selling design products of 2020 includes both iconic classics and modern favorites – and even some complete newcomers. Can you guess which design gems were the most popular in 2020? Read more
Muuto’s Stacked storage furniture can be stacked in an endless number of ways
Muuto’s popular series of shelving units, Stacked, was born of a desire to combine a unique design style with practicality. The infinitely adaptable storage system that also encourages creativity is the handiwork of architect and designer Julien de Smedt. Read more