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From the colorful prints of Marimekko to Ittala glassware and the functional Artek furniture, Finland is not short of leading names in the world of design. The Nordic nation is a major destination for ...

For the past eight years, Finland has topped the World Happiness Report, a landmark annual survey of the state of global happiness ranking over 150 countries according to their happiness levels, with ...

Finnish design brand Iittala, originally founded as a glassware company in 1881, is bringing its design A game to Pokémon’s ...

Are you always short on counter space? Live in a tiny apartment? You may want to consider a Finnish dish drying cabinet. Also known as astiankuivauskaappi—or “dish drying closet”—this clever invention ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Everyone’s been thinking it. Now, legacy brands and emerging designers alike are talking about how to keep the region a part of ...

The nexus between hot Hermosa Beach and cool Scandinavia may not be immediately apparent to most, but for architect and interior designer Farnaz Reneker the link is a natural one. “Our lifestyles are ...

It’s almost taken for granted in the United States that Scandinavian design is just better. Simple, functional, and minimalist, Scandinavian furniture, housewares, decorations, and even toys have ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While brutalist, Bauhaus, and even Art Decor design styles may feel more suited to niche decorators and ...

The charm of Nordic design has traveled outside of Scandinavia, generating interest in individuals worldwide. The mix of natural elements, minimalist decor, and functionality resonates with those ...

Scandinavian design, at its most classic, is typified by the use of natural materials, light or pale colors, clean lines and shapes and functionality. In a region that battles with long nights, the ...