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22.12.2021

Finnish Design Shop’s Contract Sales supplies design for projects worldwide – whether it be Milwaukee or the Maledives

With an address book spanning the globe, Finnish Design Shop’s Contract Sales team provides clients with design products that suit their needs, swiftly and with professional pride. Design Stories sat down with Contract Sales Manager Annika Kairento, who enjoys the scope of projects, ranging from restaurants to office spaces – not to mention a warm, welcoming church building. Read more

14.7.2022

This summer’s most fascinating museums and exhibitions in Finland – see our tips

Design treasures, local history, architectural gems, art in a sauna... There’s no end of places to visit in the Finnish summer. Design Stories’ editorial team picked their must-see exhibitions for summer 2022 – grab the best tips for your own summer adventures! Read more

12.7.2022

Ask the Customer Service: “How can I ensure my Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman have matching wooden parts?”

The Eames Lounge Chair is a design classic that will last you for decades to come – and therefore when choosing it, you should take into account the possible variations in wood color. It’s always a good idea to purchase the lounge chair and ottoman at the same time so that the wooden parts will match as closely as possible. Read more

8.7.2022

Asli Ufacik’s light and airy 1960s home is packed with personality and pastel hues

The apartment in a 1960s terraced house in Vartiokylä, Helsinki, evolved into a bright home that both reflects the spirit of the era and functions in the everyday life of a family with children. Read more

27.6.2022

Mona Bling’s column: “Even the most beautiful space can be unsafe”

Helsinki Pride, which promotes the rights of sexual and gender minorities, is celebrated from June 27 to July 3, 2022. The theme of this year’s Helsinki Pride Week is “Encounters”. In this Design Stories column, social media influencer and trans activist Mona Bling reflects on the importance of a sense of security in everyday encounters. Read more

4.8.2022

What will the office of the future be like? “A social pit stop”, says the expert

The coronavirus pandemic has transformed our ways of working. We asked Service Designer Virve Penttilä how she would construct the office of the future. We also explored Vitra’s office concept, Club Office, and got to know their new Comma product family. They offer creative, fresh ideas for dynamic working spaces. Read more

3.6.2022

Ask the Customer Service: “What design item would make for a good wedding gift?”

Successful summer parties are made of, above all, people, but also of memorable presents and decorations that set a festive mood. A good wedding gift is one that the newlyweds can use for a long time and that will also bring them joy in everyday life – read our tips for choosing a wedding present! Read more

19.5.2022

Mondo’s travel tips to Nice, part 1

The beautiful city in the French Riviera is known for its atmosphere of luxury. However, Nice also has so much more to offer: neighborhoods with character, cultural experiences and interesting destinations for excursions. Join Mondo on a tour of the famous boardwalk Promenade des Anglais, charming Old Town and atmospheric harbor. Read more

12.4.2022

Valtteri Bottas and Tiffany Cromwell enjoy leisure time in Finnish Lapland

Every morning at their Kilpisjärvi log house, Valtteri Bottas, a Formula One driver currently competing with the Alfa Romeo Team, and Tiffany Cromwell, a top-level professional road cyclist, are greeted by a picture perfect view of the Saana fell. Discover the couple’s modern leisure home with Design Stories! Read more

28.4.2022

Franckly Friends: The home of Iida Lappalainen got dressed in colors

Iida Lappalainen, the founder of vintage store Curated and an expert in sustainable clothing, lives in Helsinki with her boyfriend Antti and dog Kaapo. Iida’s new home made her realize that the way she decorates her home has something in common with the way she dresses: carefully selected pre-owned treasures and colorful patterns. Read more

27.4.2022

Ask the Customer Service: “Which outdoor furniture set would be durable and particularly easy to maintain?”

When choosing garden furniture, it’s worth paying attention to the material it is made of. Wood, rattan and steel require different type of maintenance, and not only the preferred style, but also the intended place of use affects the choice of outdoor furniture. This Design Stories column provides answers to questions by design lovers. Read more

26.4.2022

Column: Those who seek, find – sometimes even when they do not want to

“It’s not necessary to get everything you want or own everything you like” is a principle that Design Stories columnist Hanna-Katariina Mononen keeps saying to herself and even lives by – at least every now and then. Read more

1.4.2022

This gorgeous Helsinki home is packed with design classics & auction finds

The beautifully decorated home of Jenny and Santeri Carlsson is really easy on the eyes. The apartment, located in a semi-detached house in Pakila, Helsinki, has a calm and cozy atmosphere. Read more

10.3.2022

Franckly – home to a creative team of vintage design experts

Franckly is a thriving pre-owned online design marketplace run by a team that’s passionate about curated vintage design and responsible consumption. Design Stories interviewed Franckly’s Sales Manager Lotta Kuuteri, who has found her calling in the marvelous world of pre-owned design. Read more

24.3.2022

Focus on functionality – Vitra’s new products in spring 2022

Vitra’s new arrivals in spring 2022 focus on eco-friendly materials and utmost usability – the latter is manifested in supernormal furniture by Jasper Morrison and an innovative office furniture system called Comma, among other goodies. See our picks from Vitra’s upcoming launches! Read more

23.3.2022

Column: Routines bring peace of mind

“Recurring events and routines bring structure and peace of mind to life. You can cherish these, but sometimes also disrupt them,” says Design Stories columnist Hanna-Katariina Mononen. Read more

17.3.2022

Ask the Customer Service: “How can I easily brighten up the interior of the children’s room?”

The children’s room interior is easy to update, and there are also actual design products for children, such as Eero Aarnio’s Puppy. This Design Stories column provides answers to questions by design lovers. Read more

21.2.2022

A historical gem gets a new life in Tampere – boutique hotel Villa Sandsund will offer effortless luxury

The history of the Tampella neighborhood in Tampere, Finland, is intertwined with the history of large industrial establishments. Hidden from view, on the Herrainmäki hill level with the roofs of the nearby apartment buildings, a new chapter is being written in the history of the area: boutique hotel Villa Sandsund, decorated by Nádor + Nádor Interior Architects, will be open for visitors in fall 2022. Read more

9.2.2022

Finnish Design Shop’s Customer Service team is here to help you with any and all questions about Nordic design

Ever wondered what’s it like to work in the multi-channel customer service of the world’s largest online store specialized in Nordic design? We talked to Matias Rahkola, a Design Sales Representative at Finnish Design Shop, who thinks the best parts of the job are solving tricky situations, versatile tasks and duties, and the unwavering support of the team. Read more

15.2.2022

Emilia’s family home has room for design experiments: “If you like colors, don’t be afraid to use them”

The Tampere-based family lives surrounded by sweet pastels in an apartment building constructed in the 1960s. The clear floor plan and large windows of the momo home provide the constantly-evolving interior with a lovely framework. Read more