At Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, right in the center of Helsinki, you can travel back in time to the 1950s. Established in 1952 and recently renovated, this famous Finnish hotel features lighting by Paavo Tynell, creating a romantic atmosphere inside the functionalist building. Read more
The Finnish Book Art Committee’s choice for the Most Beautiful Book of the Year 2020 award is Chasing Light: The Archival Photographs and Drawings of Paavo Tynell. According to the jury, the book is a beautiful and consistent whole that gives Tynell’s luminaires the space and value they deserve. Read more
“There are still some locations in Finland where you can marvel at what is left of Tynell’s original lighting,” says Ville Linna, who recently published a book about renowned Finnish lighting designer Paavo Tynell. Explore with us three unique places where you can enjoy Tynell’s lighting in its original settings. Read more
Villa Ervi is a prestigious building located in the maritime landscape of Kuusisaari, Helsinki, built by architect Aarne Ervi for his family in 1951. The exceptional complex also includes an astounding office building completed in 1962. Villa Ervi is currently looking for a new owner – take a tour with us! Read more
Strong accent colors, numerous vintage pieces by Artek and the best of 1970s architecture – these are what make up the interior of Anni and Daniel’s home in Turku, Finland. Join Design Stories on a tour of this bright home in a terraced house! Read more
In this column, Avotakka’s editorial staff present their favorite products and interior design solutions that have proved functional. Avotakka’s AD Elina Henttonen went through Finnish Design Shop’s collections and chose seven treats for the dining area in her new home. Read more
Every month, Finnish Design Shop’s Showroom Manager Maija Rasila and her team pick the showroom’s most interesting products and interior decoration trends. In February, as winter will be gradually giving way to spring, we see fresh colors and details. Read more
Interior designer Petra Majantie restored a detached house designed by Aarne Ervi in Espoo, Finland. Even though Villa Koivikko was completed in 1958, its extremely innovative use of space and living-room decor that reflects the past still manage to impress 60 years later. Read more
The Artek 2nd Cycle store in Helsinki is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a selling exhibition consisting of specially selected rarities and beautifully patinated pieces by Finnish designers including Alvar and Aino Aalto, Maija Heikinheimo and Paavo Tynell. Read more
Interior architect Eliisa Korpijärvi shares seven meaningful gift ideas with an emphasis on sustainable and careful choices. “I like it when items actually have a function instead of only being used for decoration.” Read more
Stockholm-based designer Matti Klenell picked seven gift tips from Finnish Design Shop’s selection. The choices embody his love for contemporary Finnish design and creativity. 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
Located in southern Finland, Porvoo is known for its old town, idyllic wooden houses and small boutiques, restaurants and cafés scattered along narrow streets. Now Old Porvoo also has something new to be proud of: the relaxed yet elegant hotel Runo. The interior of the hotel was designed by Studio Joanna Laajisto. Read more
Maiju and Teemu and their sons realized a dream they had been entertaining for a long time, when they moved from Jyväskylä from a 100-square-meter family home to a small two-room apartment in Punavuori, Helsinki. Read more
The former Helsinki School of Economics building on Runeberginkatu is one of the landmarks of Finnish architecture. Now it shines anew after having been renovated for use by Aalto University Executive Education. Read more
Interior architect Maija Rasila talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories’ Favorites of the Month column. January is a good time to take a fresh look at your home and brighten up its look by simplifying and trimming things down. Read more
In November, our new arrivals included future classics from exciting new brands as well as almost 30 inspiring books perfect for the gift-giving season. Take a look at some of our favorites! Read more
Interior decoration trends for this fall are more versatile than for ages. Bright colors, classic elements and a low-key natural look are all… Read more
In his day, Paavo Tynell’s atmospheric light fixtures attracted attention as far away as the United States. Gubi has brought the Finnish designer’s classic pieces back in production. Read more
Interior architect Maija Rasila talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories’ Favorites of the Month column. Rasila creates a balance in her new home with classic, timeless elements lightened up by modern choices. Read more