What’s new: Wästberg’s Sempé table lamp
The luminaire series, designed by Inga Sempé, combines durability, beauty and versatility. Read more
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TOP 5 in December: The most inspiring new products
In December, Finnish Design Shop welcomed a fine selection of fresh arrivals from the likes of Finarte, Marimekko, and the Swedish lighting brand Wästberg. Design Stories picked the five most inspiring ones – take a look and find your favorite! Read more
Elegant family home combines uncompromised style with relaxed living
Soft, light colors give this hundred-year-old apartment in Helsinki, Finland, a beautiful, modern look. Extensive renovations transformed the space into an elegant yet relaxed home for a family with children without erasing the signs of the past. Read more
Almost like a gallery – a Danish home that always has room for art
Copenhagen-based Anne and Christian have been collecting art all their lives. They believe hanging art on the walls is the easiest way to make your home look unique. Read more
Inviting fall atmosphere – Maija Rasila’s October favorites
Finnish Design Shop’s interior architect Maija Rasila talks about her favorite products and styles in Design Stories’ Favorites of the Month column. In October, she is making her home cozy for the winter and dreaming of a short fall trip to Porvoo. Read more
Franckly Friends: At Lela Louhio’s home, Scandinavian style meets Brazilian atmosphere
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. In the second part, we meet stylist and interior designer Lela Louhio at her home in Helsinki. Lela’s home reflects her love of Scandinavian design and her home country, Brazil. Read more
Finnish Design Shop’s Autumn Sale continues: 6 irresistible lighting picks
It’s the perfect time to upgrade the lighting for upcoming seasons. Finnish Design Shop’s Autumn Sale offers spectacular pendants, classic table lamps, and graphic floor lighting that create an inviting atmosphere to any space. Add your favorites to the cart quickly, as the stocks are limited! Read more
Tikkurila Church is a meeting place open to everyone
Architectural studio OOPEAA designed the Tikkurila Church in Vantaa, Finland, to be a place that is easy to visit. The interior was designed to be relaxed and inviting, with the aim of avoiding solutions that would make the church look like a municipal building. Finnish Design Shop’s Contract Sales provided the church with furniture and lamps. Read more
Studio Plenty’s new office has plenty of space for creativity and relaxation
Helsinki-based Studio Plenty works with styling, photoshoots and aesthetics in general. Their recently renovated office brings new energy to their creative work. Design Stories interviewed co-founder Anna Pirkola to find out more about the renovation as well as current trends in interior design. Read more
Get inspired by colors and give your home a vibrant new look
Red, yellow, blue, and green – bright colors are making a comeback in our homes. If you feel a bit color-shy, start off by adding in accent colors with smaller details and accessories. Forget the strict interior rules and play freely with bold tones! Read more
Aspekt Office designed the new Work & Co office in Copenhagen with a touch of Danish hygge
For its new office in Copenhagen, the global digital agency Work & Co wanted to have a local feel and true Scandinavian spirit. Aspekt Office decorated the space using Nordic furniture classics, industrial influences and the famous Danish coziness. Read more
Cornerstones of Nordic design – add a touch of Scandinavian atmosphere to your home
Nordic design and the fresh interior decoration style inspired by it are a source of delight around the world. We put together a few tips to help give a Scandinavian vibe to your home. Read more
TOP 5 in December: The most inspiring new products
Once again, we picked the five most interesting novelties from Finnish Design Shop. The choice was particularly difficult this time, as a record number of new items were added to our online store in December. Take a look and find your favorite! Read more
Round shapes and vibrant orange – we listed the interior trends of Stockholm Furniture Fair
The full spectrum of the Scandinavian interior decoration style was visible at the Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair. We listed the current trends and four of the most inspiring exhibitions. Read more
Palace Restaurant’s Michelin star is shining once again
The legendary, new and improved Palace Restaurant in Helsinki has reclaimed its place among the Michelin-awarded restaurants in Finland. When Palace was in touch with Swedish Note Design Studio, their intent was not to go for trendy interiors – quite the opposite, in fact. They wanted to create a timeless atmosphere that would honour the unique history of the location. Read more