Design Stories midsummer reading list

June 26, 2021

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Welcome to the June reading list of Design Stories, the online magazine of Finnish Design Shop. Get comfortable in your favourite armchair, hammock, or beach lounger and feast your eyes on design duo COMPANY's atelier in the Lallukka artists' residence, cosy textiles for the bedroom, and Tove Jansson's summer paradise. And why not take our pop quiz with fellow design enthusiasts and find out who is the true connoisseur of Marimekko prints.

Also, we're delighted to have started a collaboration with Asun magazine and invite you to read their feature on the beautiful summer cottage of director Virpi Suutari and actor Martti Suosalo, the couple behind the documentary Aalto.

We wish you a wonderful summer and pleasant moments with Design Stories!

DESIGN

Design explorers Aamu and Johan

Aamu Song and Johan Olin of design studio COMPANY get to know and work with local artisans on their travels. The result is distinctive and warmly humorous products with influences from different parts of the world. Design Stories met the couple in their light-filled atelier in the Lallukka artists' residence in Helsinki.

TRENDING

The cosiest summer bedroom

The comfort of the summer house's or cottage's bedroom is improved in one fell swoop when you invest in good sleep, a relaxed atmosphere, and sunny tones. Get inspired by the textile ideas and enjoy your holiday with a cosy sleeping space!

TRAVEL

Tove, Tooti and Klovharu

Located far out in the archipelago of Gulf of Finland, the island of Klovharu was Tove Jansson's haven, summertime paradise and source of inspiration for nearly 30 years. The atmosphere of the tiny, rocky islet can be sensed in Jansson's Moomin books and throughout her artistic work. Explore the unique island with Design Stories!

DESIGN

Pop quiz: Marimekko's prints

Known for its captivating pattern designs, Marimekko is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. But how well do you remember the classics, new arrivals, and out-of-production prints? Take the quiz and find out!

SUMMER SALE

Summer Sale beckons!

Midsummer traditions, summer treats and sale finds – what a trio to beat! Save up to 40% on our assortment of heart-warming design treasures, sure to delight for years to come.

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