High-quality food from a can is the key to preparing an easy dinner. The main ingredients in these spring-time recipes are trendy tinned fish preserves, and the straightforward combo is nicely complemented by a savory Dirty Martini and ever-so-delectable chocolate mousse. Read more
Now there’s also color in outdoor furniture! Showroom Manager and interior architect Maija Rasila introduces the most interesting items in our showroom’s new summer exhibition. In addition to the latest outdoor furniture and summer home decor products, there is also inspiration from Italy, trendy bright green accents, and some carefree summer atmosphere. Read more
The enjoyment of cooking comes from having good kitchen equipment. We’ve picked out seven top-of-the-range kitchen utensils that everyone should have. With these seven top-tier kitchen tools, you can elevate your own cooking or indulge a gastronome friend moving into a new home. Read more
Tidying up the pantry is worth it, as it will not only make you feel good, but also help you make really good pasta. Use the contents of your pantry to cook delicacies such as soup with beans and ready-made tortellini, green ricotta pasta or vegan lentil ragu. Read more
It’s official: the countdown to summer has now begun! At Finnish Design Shop, we’ve continued our seasonal tradition and opened the virtual doors to our Summer Shop. Come in and have a look around! Read more
Finland is the happiest country in the world for the sixth time in a row, and also the other Nordic countries rank in the top ten of the UN World Happiness Report 2023. As we celebrate the International Day of Happiness, it’s worth taking a closer look at the relationship between Finnish design and happiness. Read more
Showroom Manager and interior architect Maija Rasila introduces the most interesting items in the new spring exhibition at our showroom in Turku, Finland. Read more
A forest of our own, deliveries to 102 countries, wild food delicacies, brand new interior design service – Finnish Design Shop’s year 2022 featured various highlights. Now at the beginning of the year, it’s a good time to peek into the past and celebrate the successes. Read what 2022 had in store for us! Read more
We recently asked for your feedback on Design Stories’ topics and content. Three Finnish Design Shop gift cards worth 100 euros were drawn among the respondents, and here are the winners! Read more
Whether you’re a fan of savory, sweet or traditional breakfasts, you’re sure to find a favorite among these tasty festive-season recipes: easy hash-brown pancake, French toast made of croissants and rice porridge cooked in almond milk and served with a zesty, festive fruit soup. Read more
In 2022, Design Stories opened the doors to dozens of homes around the world. Now it’s time to cast one more admiring glance at the astonishing residences and return to the most popular home and architecture stories of the past year. The top ten features refreshing colors, a hefty dose of a sensual 70s spirit, and unique design gems – let us take you on an inspiration-inducing tour! Read more
For many, a hardcore holiday cleaning is more a concept we've inherited than actually excited about. We put together six tips to get your home in shape with less effort and without compromising on your merry mood – keep reading, we saved the most important tip for last. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s new logistics center was designed to blend in with the surrounding forest and meet the strict requirements of the environmental certification BREEAM. In an interview with Design Stories, interior architect Joanna Laajisto describes how the large warehouse was made cozy and inviting. Read more
Green, soft and sparkly – the wonderful festive atmosphere at the Finnish Design Shop’s Turku showroom is almost palpable and the tables are filled with carefully selected gift items – almost too many to choose from. Luckily, interior architect Maija Rasila has agreed to share her best gift tips with us all. We warmly welcome you to our showroom for holiday shopping and lunch! Read more
Mexican sweetcorn soup, baked potatoes with tofu Skagen, and caesar salad with kale and chickpeas are lively modern takes on much-loved classics and perfect for lunch. And since it's October, they’re both easy and vegan! Read more
Grilled spicy tofu in salad wraps with quick kimchi and addictively good cucumber salad. Try Suvi Kesäläinen’s recipes to make a tasty KBBQ vegetarian meal with all the side dishes. Read more
The fall 2022 exhibition in Finnish Design Shop’s showroom was inspired by the intersection of classic and contemporary design, international flair, the cool stylishness of metal and plush natural materials. Showroom Manager Maija Rasila presents some of the most interesting picks from the new exhibition. 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
Finnish Design Shop’s new interior design service, Finnish Design Shop Studio, offers a helping hand with both small and more significant interior design worries. Design Stories interviewed interior architect Maija Rasila, who told us more about the long-awaited new service. Read more
Go for an easy yet tasty smoked salmon and asparagus tart or make a vegan tart with new potatoes and onion. Cherry tartlets flavored with almond butter and mascarpone will tame any guest’s sweet tooth. Save these delicious recipes and try them out this summer! Read more
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
You have been invited to the summer cottage, but what to bring as a gift? Fresh strawberries straight from the market and pre-chilled summer drinks are always a sure choice, but if you’re looking for something that will bring a smile to the host’s face for years to come, keep reading. Design Stories put together eight swoon-worthy cabin gift ideas – take a look and keep the invitations coming! Read more
Nothing smells as good as morning coffee in a traditional steel moka pot. The Italian Alessi is known especially for its iconic espresso pots, and the design classics are a perfect match for many classic recipes – with a trendy twist, of course. Read more
Beautiful green spinach crêpes, wonderfully fluffy ricotta blueberry pancakes and frothy iced coffee make the most delectable breakfast of the spring. Check out the recipes and whip up tasty treats for a Mother's Day brunch or as a surprise for overnight guests. Read more
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
Finnish Design Shop’s Showroom Manager Maija Rasila and her team pick the showroom’s most interesting products and interior decoration trends every month. The April favorites feature vibrant sherbet colors, timeless natural materials and luxurious bathroom textiles. Read more
Try seasoning traditional Nordic salmon soup with Thai spices, baking sweet Italian maritozzi buns instead of Finnish Shrovetide buns and boosting hot cocoa with cardamom and chili flakes. We guarantee you’ll like these winter delicacies with a twist! 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 March, favorites from the new exhibition are in the spotlight. Read more
Design industry influencer Isa Kukkapuro-Enbom and researcher and architect Aija Staffans from Aalto University sit for a chat on a 1960s Ateljee sofa in Aija’s home. The discussion starts with the sofa itself, moves on to what makes for quality design and a good home, and finally to sustainable development and living in the way that best suits one’s own tastes and aspirations. Read more
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