Gunnel Gustafsson Nyman (1909 – 1948) Finnish Glass and Textile Designer
2022-07-17
Gunnel Gustafsson Nyman (1909-1948) was a prominent Finnish glass and textile designer known for her innovative work in glass and textiles.Read More →
Antti Aarre Nurmesniemi – Finnish Interior & Industrial Designer
2022-01-18
Between 1949-50, he was a furniture designer at the Stockmann design office, Helsinki; 1951—56, he was furniture and interior designer in the Viljo Revell architecture office, HelsinkiRead More →
The Friends of Finnish Handicraft – Folk and Textile Art
2022-01-18
The Friends of Finnish Handicraft aims to document and promote typically Finnish textiles. The association was founded in 1879 by Fanny Churberg and inspired by the Swedish Friends of Handicraft association, founded five years earlier. The association has always worked closely with artists and architects and, from an early date, cooperated with, e.g. Jac Ahrenberg. The association collected and published a pattern book of traditional textile patterns in its early days. Read More →
Lisa Johansson-Pape (1907 – 1989) Finnish Designer
2022-01-18
Between 1928-30, she designed furniture for Kylmakoski; 1928—37, she was a textile designer for Friends of Finnish Handicraft. From 1952, its artistic director, 1937—49, was furniture, textile, and interior designer for Stockmann, Helsinki. Read More →
Rut Bryk (1916 – 1999) Swedish Ceramicist/Graphic/Textile Designer
2022-01-14
In 1942, she worked for the pottery Arabia, Helsinki; from 1959, she was a freelance ceramics designer with Rosenthal, Selb. From the 1960s, she worked for Vassa Cotton Company.Read More →
Artek Aalto Table 86: A Testament to Timeless Design and Innovation
2022-01-04
The Artek Aalto Table 86, designed by Alvar Aalto in 1935, embodies timeless Scandinavian design, sustainability, and versatility, making it a design icon.Read More →
Marimekko: 50 Postcard Collection – Scandinavian Design
2021-12-04
Marimekko has released a 50 postcard collection featuring the brand’s iconic vibrant designs. Aimed at design enthusiasts, the collection offers an affordable way to own a piece of Marimekko’s cherished patterns serving as both postcards and decorative wall art.Read More →
Marimekko: The Art of Printmaking
2021-12-04
“Marimekko: The Art of Printmaking” celebrates 70 years of Finnish design, showcasing iconic patterns, innovative design, and sustainable creativity in a visually captivating journey.Read More →
Yki Nummi (1925 – 1984) Finnish Interior Designer & Colourist
2021-12-03
The versatile designer Yki Nummi (1925-1984) was born in China to a missionary family. He studied in Finland and after graduating from the University of Art and Design Helsinki, he was hired as a lamp designer for Orno. His most famous products are the timeless icons Modern Art table lamp and Skyflier pendant lamp.Read More →
Fiskars – Oldest Industrial Company in Finland
2021-11-27
Fiskars – Oldest Industrial Company in Finland. It was formed in 1649. Fiskars can be traced back to Peter Thorwéste’s ironworks. READ MORERead More →