Ilmari Tapiovaara is best known for his interior and furniture design. Most people are familiar with the Domus chair and Pirkka collection, but did you know that Tapiovaara also designed lamps? One of the most beautiful is Maija, which is currently part of Santa & Cole’s selection. Read more
Annaleena Leino, Suvi Melender-Lågland and Allan Torp each received honorable mentions for their pioneering and sustained work as design-focused content creators, as part of the first FDS Influencer Awards. Design Stories spoke with the tenacious trio about their early days, memorable encounters with followers, and elements that keep things interesting. 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 September, we’ll review topical materials, colors and trends. 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
The Finnish Museum of Photography’s exhibition space K1, accompanied by a museum shop and a restaurant, is located on the bottom floor of the Kämp Galleria shopping mall in central Helsinki. At street level is the Gasm Café & Bar, the heart of the mall. Read more
May 2021 marks the 90th birthday of the Spanish designer, artisan and industrialist Miguel Milá, who has left his mark on the history of European design with his Cesta and Cestita lamps and many other delicately crafted pieces. 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
Finnish Design Shop's Spring Sale offers timeless design lamps more affordably. We introduce you to nine multi-purpose lighting treasures that will give a final atmospheric touch to your interior. Hurry while the stocks last and pick your favorite! Read more
The Luotsilinna property in Helsinki’s Katajanokka district provided a magnificent historical setting for photos captured of Finnish Design Shop’s new fine art print collection. Explore this unique, carefully renovated Art Nouveau gem with Design Stories and find out how renowned Finnish artists Albert Edelfelt and Tove Jansson are involved in the story. Read more
Third time’s the charm, or is it? This couple loves to renovate and ended up, once again, looking for a diamond in the rough, an apartment in really bad shape where they could express themselves and realize their dreams. Read more
The winter’s darkest days may be behind us, but we all crave additional glimmers of light on murky days. Allow us to introduce you to eight stunning lights from Finnish Design Shop’s Winter Sale – pick your favourite and illuminate every moment! Read more
Now you can decorate your home for the holiday season! Ample arrangements or a few select decorative items are equally sure to create the desired atmosphere for the festive season. No matter what your taste, you will find the most beautiful products for creating a seasonal atmosphere at Finnish Design Shop. Read more
Mom has earned her gifts. Little, everyday luxuries, beautiful practical products and durable classics always make fantastic presents. We put together seven tips on gifts for mom, covering a range of preferences and budgets. Read more
It’s time to celebrate the uniqueness of each and every design enthusiast – and to mark the occasion, we’ve hand-picked an array of standout pieces that look their best on their own. Read more
Artificial light becomes more important as the darker evenings draw in. Flexible, effective and atmospheric lighting can be created by combining different types of lamps in clusters. Below, we present some of our favorite timeless and successful lighting solutions for homes. Read more
Make long weekends and holidays spent at the lodge feel extra cozy by updating your summerhouse with fresh details. We chose seven products to make days at the cabin even more memorable! Read more
The 1950s design language looks just as attractive and fresh today as it did decades ago. We picked out nine mid-century modern design treasures from Finnish Design Shop's selection. Read more
Decorating a small living room might seem like a daunting task, but with the help of considered furniture design, distinctive detailing and a bit of illusion a tight space can be easily turned into the grand heart of a home. Read more
More restaurants than you could ever go to? Check. Delightful design details everywhere? Check. Barcelona is one of the greatest cities for lovers of gastronomy and design. If you are planning a visit, add these three spots to your must-see list. Read more
Deep shades, luxurious natural materials and soft round shapes are highlighted in this fall’s trends. Use contemporary products and materials to upgrade your living room quickly and easily for the upcoming season. Read more