Vitra's new full-length documentary film Chair Times takes you on a journey to the history of seating. You can also embark on a literary voyage into design history with Vitra – the Atlas of Furniture Design is packed with over 1000 pages and nearly 5 kilos of in-depth information. Read more
North European design has been on the rise in Asian countries for many years now. Design Stories set on a quest to find out why. We had the honor to chat with Asian creatives who shared with us their favorite pieces of European design. In this story, we meet creative directors Joy Loo and Khoo Kean Hu from the design agency WAFF. Read more
The new summer exhibition at the Fire Station of the Vitra Campus is TWENTYTHIRTYFIVE by Virgil Abloh. Three new products by the American multi-talent will be launched as an exhibition spin-off. Read more
“I love Christmas for all the traditions! Just imagine how dark and boring December in the Nordics would be without.” Founder and creative director of the Danish textile brand Aiayu, Maria Høgh Heilmann shares with us her Christmas traditions and six gifts that she would like to give or receive. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s seasonal photos capture the magic of the holidays with honest materials, the glowing embers of a fireplace, and the soft twinkle of candles. We asked the photo shoot’s stylist, Hanna-Katariina Mononen, to share tips on decorating a serene holiday feel. Read more
The Swedish Instagram influencer Kristin Rödin decorates her home with carefully curated design pieces. Rödin reveals us a selection of Christmas gifts from Finnish Design Shop that would delight her and her family. Read more
To ease the gift shopping, we have selected Christmas presents that cost less than 50 euros. Get inspired by the design classics as well as the new favorites and grab stocking fillers for loved ones from these long-lasting surprises! Read more
A 1970s home in the tranquil Turku archipelago stood empty for decades. Anna and Tuomas fell in love with Villa Nagu and brought life back to the building. They said goodbye to the yellowed wooden surfaces and gave the place a fresh new touch. 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
Interior architect Maija Rasila talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories’ Favorites of the month column. In November, it's time to take the first steps towards winter and prepare your home for the cold season. Read more
Being eco-conscious is now more topical than ever. We picked the most interesting new inventions and collections from some of our favorite brands that strive to become even more environmentally friendly. Read more
Furnishing the children’s room gets easier if you pay attention to these three things: opt for multi-functional furniture, adaptable items, and timeless design. Design Stories shares seven easy ways to add functional style to the kids’ room. Read more
Are you ready for sweater weather and pumpkin spice? Us neither! That is why we picked six delightful pieces of design that ought to keep the sun shining. Take a look and savor the idea of a neverending summer! Read more
Susanne and Mika's nature-loving family lives in a semi-detached house decorated in earthy tones, where the children have their own mini-kingdom. The rural landscape changes color with the seasons. Read more
Jean Prouvé was an open-minded pioneer in crafts, design, and architecture. Today, the French designer is best known for his furniture, which was reintroduced into the collection of Vitra in the early 2000s. Read more
In Finland, the upcoming weekend is finally all about celebrating new graduates! We picked six delightful gift ideas that will keep on giving. Read more
Functional dining room decor is a combination of high-quality furniture and practical yet beautiful details, creating the perfect space for spending quality time together. We chose five products for a stunning dining area do-over. Read more
Three Finnish interior design studios have settled at one table in an office in Ullanlinna, Helsinki. In this interview, Tiina Hautala, Laura Ratia and Elisa Manninen tell us what it is like to share a workspace with competing professionals. We can already reveal that in fact, there is no competition at all. Read more
Finnish interior designer and stylist Minna Jones spends her leisure time on an island near Turku, where she has been slowly renovating rickety holiday cabins into year-round vacation oasis for her family of five. Minna told Design Stories about her cabin renovations and interior design project. Read more
Moving into your first own apartment is undoubtedly a huge step and the memories of it will surely last for a lifetime. When decorating your home, it's best to gradually invest in items that will also stand the test of time and follow you from one address to the other. Read more