Saas Instruments Light Exhibition Saas Instruments Light Exhibition took place in a former brothel (and prison) being renovated into a hotel http://www.saas.fi/galleria.htmlAllan 2 of 113
Rawen Light Saas Instruments Light Exhibition took place in a former brothel (and prison) being renovated into a hotel Designed by: Minttu Vesala http://www.saas.fi/galleria.htmlAllan 3 of 113
Medusa Lamp Saas Instruments Light Exhibition took place in a former brothel/prison being renovated into a hotel Designed by: Mikko Paakkanen http://www.saas.fi/galleria.htmlAllan 4 of 113
Designers' Studios Saas Instruments Light Exhibition fixture by Timo Salli for Helsinki Lighthouse Designed by: Timo Salli http://www.saas.fi/galleria.htmlAllan 5 of 113
Merja Lamberg Merja Lamberg showing a "Helmi" dress from her Kakara collection http://www.kakara.fiAllan 6 of 113
Independent Desginers From left to right: Erja Hirvi, Mari Relander, Katriina.Lankinen, Merja lamberg, Naoto Niidone Allan 7 of 113
"TIIMALASI" (Hourglass) champagne glass Champagne glass designed by Katriina Lankinen Designed by: Katriina Lankinen Allan 8 of 113
"Anemone" LACE-lamp Lamp designed by Mari Relander and Anna-Katriina Tilli http://www.marirelander.comAllan 9 of 113
Tom Jones in Helsinki! CD collection at JKMM Architects display http://www.jkmm.fi/Allan 10 of 113
JKMM Architects Studio Architectural model at JKMM Architects Studio http://www.jkmm.fi/Allan 11 of 113
Aleksi Perala at the Iittala factory/showroom Aleksi Perala welcomes guests to the Iittala showroom Designed by: Aleksi Perala http://www.iittala.comAllan 12 of 113
Filament Light Wall sconce light by dSign Designed by: dsign http://www.dsign.fi/Allan 15 of 113
Detail of Shigeru Ban Pavillion Shigeru Ban Pavillion behind Helsinki Art and Design Museum http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 16 of 113
Shigeru Ban Pavillion outside of Helsinki Design Museum View through the Shigeru Ban Pavillion restaged behind the Helsinki Design Museum http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 17 of 113
Arkki architectural schools Arkki School of Architecture for Children and Youth is a non-profit that promotes design thinking in early childhood development http://www.arkki.net/Allan 18 of 113
Light Light is a shoulder sling for carrying firewood, and is part of the Turku University of Applied Sciences exhibition Designed by: Mia Gastgivar http://muotoilu.turkuamk.fi/habitare07Allan 19 of 113
Viikot Milla Lento's calendar dishtowels are part of the Turku University of Applied Sciences exhibition. Designed by: Milla Lento http://muotoilu.turkuamk.fi/habitare07Allan 20 of 113
Viikot Milla Lento's calendar dishtowels are part of the Turku University of Applied Sciences exhibition. Designed by: Milla Lento http://muotoilu.turkuamk.fi/habitare07Allan 21 of 113
Habitare Exhibitions Habitare, organized every two years, houses a huge exhibition of furniture, interior decoration and design. Intended for both the professionals within the trade and the general public, this year's exhibition welcomed over 88,000 visitors. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 22 of 113
Habitare Exhibitions Habitare, organized every two years, houses a huge exhibition of furniture, interior decoration and design. Intended for both the professionals within the trade and the general public, this year's exhibition welcomed over 88,000 visitors. http://www.vepsalainen.comAllan 23 of 113
Habitare Exhibitions Habitare, organized every two years, houses a huge exhibition of furniture, interior decoration and design. Intended for both the professionals within the trade and the general public, this year's exhibition welcomed over 88,000 visitors. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 26 of 113
Selki-Asema booth Habitare, organized every two years, houses a huge exhibition of furniture, interior decoration and design. Intended for both the professionals within the trade and the general public, this year's exhibition welcomed over 88,000 visitors. http://www.selki-asema.fi/Allan 27 of 113
The Container Village: Recycle Jurgen Bey's exploration inside a shipping container Designed by: Jurgen Bey http://www.finnexpo.fi/habitare/Allan 29 of 113
The Container Village: Recycle Jurgen Bey's exploration inside a shipping container Designed by: Jurgen Bey http://www.finnexpo.fi/habitare/Allan 30 of 113
Turku University of Applied Sciences booth Tuomas Pyykko standing in front of the booth http://www.turkuamk.fi/Allan 31 of 113
The Container Village: Ordinary is starting to be more interesting Jasper Morrison and Naoto Fukasawa with a version of humble masterpieces Designed by: Jasper Morrison and Naoto Fukasawa http://www.finnexpo.fi/habitare/Allan 32 of 113
Oras booth Oras faucets in bath with projection http://www.oras.com/Allan 33 of 113
Olo Lamp Olo lamp, standing version Designed by: Harri Koskinen http://www.lundia.fi/Allan 38 of 113
Nuosaka Habitare, organized every two years, houses a huge exhibition of furniture, interior decoration and design. Intended for both the professionals within the trade and the general public, this year's exhibition welcomed over 88,000 visitors. Designed by: Kaisakarvonen, Tiialepisto http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 39 of 113
Nomart seating Seats with fake moiree patern http://www.nomart.fiAllan 40 of 113
Nanso booth Nanso booth at Habitare trade show http://www.nanso.comAllan 41 of 113
Lovi birch tree kits Put-it-together Lovi-products are made in Finland of birch plywood. A postcard-like package includes everything you need: pre-cut pieces and a string with instructions. http://www.lovi.fi/en/pakkaus.htmlAllan 42 of 113
Klo Design shelves Ingenious screen-printed shelves with no waste http://www.klodesign.fiAllan 43 of 113
Iittala glasses cafe Snack bar in the corner of Habitare had a back-lit, wall-full of Iittala glasses inside the silhouette of the same. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 44 of 113
Grandma's Revenge Needlepoint table by Mikael Heikkila Designed by: Mikael Heikkila http://www.mikaelheikkila.com/Allan 46 of 113
GPS Mate From the Arts Academy at Turku University of Applied Sciences, a series to tricked-out ski poles Designed by: Antti Rautavuori http://www.turku.fi/Allan 47 of 113
Cubo Chair with loose balls as support. Balls move to meet contour of the sitter. Part of the Turku University of Applied Sciences exhibition. Designed by: Tuomas Pyykko http://muotoilu.turkuamk.fi/habitare07Allan 48 of 113
Tikkurila booth Tikkurila's booth featured fantastical sculptures--showing off their paint http://www.tikkurila.com/Allan 49 of 113
Books Books Books Habitare 07 Design Competition THE WINNER! The theme of the Habitare design competition this time was Books, Books, Books. Competitors were invited to envision the architecture and furniture of a space intended for reading literature. In addition to the furniture for storing the books, the space had to contain the furniture and objects required for the reading experience itself. Designed by: Hyun Sun Park, Christian Gbel & Satoko Taguma http://www.finnexpo.fi/exhibition_body.asp?id=8799Allan 54 of 113
Books Books Books Habitare 07 Design Competition The theme of the Habitare design competition this time was Books, Books, Books. Competitors were invited to envision the architecture and furniture of a space intended for reading literature. In addition to the furniture for storing the books, the space had to contain the furniture and objects required for the reading experience itself. http://www.finnexpo.fi/exhibition_body.asp?id=8799Allan 55 of 113
Books Books Books Habitare 07 Design Competition The theme of the Habitare design competition this time was Books, Books, Books. Competitors were invited to envision the architecture and furniture of a space intended for reading literature. In addition to the furniture for storing the books, the space had to contain the furniture and objects required for the reading experience itself. http://www.finnexpo.fi/exhibition_body.asp?id=8799Allan 56 of 113
Adora Booth at Habitare Katriina Lankinen and Mari Relander festive work for the Adora booth. Designed by: Katriina Lankinen and Mari Relander http://www.adora.fi/uutiset.htmlAllan 57 of 113
Adora Booth at Habitare Katriina Lankinen and Mari Relander festive work for the Adora booth. Designed by: Katriina Lankinen and Mari Relander http://www.adora.fi/uutiset.htmlAllan 58 of 113
Design District Helsinki Shops and Galleries Located in the centre of Helsinki, the Design District Helsinki is an area full of design and antique shops, fashion stores, museums, art galleries, restaurants and showrooms. It's a neighborhood spanning 25 streets and 170 spots on the map. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 59 of 113
Vuokko dresses Dresses by Vuokko Nurmesniemi at the Museum Show Designed by: Vuokko Nurmesniemi http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 60 of 113
Museum signage Signage at Vuokko Nurmesniemi at the Museum Show Designed by: Vuokko Nurmesniemi http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 62 of 113
Polyester felt containers Polyester felt storage bin designed by Valvomo www.valvomo.comAllan 63 of 113
Helsinki Design Museum Outside the Helsinki Design Museum. Lots of rain, but cheery nonetheless! http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 64 of 113
Snowballs! "Snowball" squeezy ball feels like you're making snowballs. Unbelievably realistic! http://everydaydesign.fi/Allan 65 of 113
Helsinki Design Week Located in the centre of Helsinki, the Design District Helsinki is an area full of design and antique shops, fashion stores, museums, art galleries, restaurants and showrooms. It's a neighborhood spanning 25 streets and 170 spots on the map. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 66 of 113
Ye Olde cellular phone Another of the "oldest cellular phones". Industrial Designer of the Year is Matti Makkonen. http://www.designforum.fiAllan 67 of 113
Design Museum signage Signage for Vuokko Nurmesniemi and Rut Bryk exhibitions at the Helsinki Design Museum http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 68 of 113
Lisn insence Lisn's super-sophisticated incense for "listners" by Shoyeido Incense Co. http://www.lisn.fi/Allan 69 of 113
Wooden boxes Wooden boxes (for anything from pasta to marbles) at Design Element http://www.designelement.fi/Allan 75 of 113
Design District Helsinki Shops and Galleries Design Forum Finland Show. Textile Designer of the Year: Niran Bailbulat http://www.designforum.fi/Allan 76 of 113
Rut Bryk Ceramics exhibition Rut Bryk exhibition at the Helsinki Design Museum Designed by: Rut Bryk http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 77 of 113
Rut Bryk Ceramics exhibition Rut Bryk exhibition at the Helsinki Design Museum Designed by: Rut Bryk http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 78 of 113
Rut Bryk Ceramics exhibition Rut Bryk exhibition at the Helsinki Design Museum Designed by: Rut Bryk http://www.designmuseum.fi/Allan 79 of 113
We got Beef Located in the centre of Helsinki, the Design District Helsinki is an area full of design and antique shops, fashion stores, museums, art galleries, restaurants and showrooms. It's a neighborhood spanning 25 streets and 170 spots on the map. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 80 of 113
Bambu furniture Bambu dining set by Henrik Tjaerby at Artek http://www.artek.fi/Allan 82 of 113
Vincent Bakkum painting Paintings by Vincent Bakkum at Design Element http://www.saintjustine.com/Allan 83 of 113
Vincent Bakkum painting Paintings by Vincent Bakkum at Design Element http://www.saintjustine.com/Allan 84 of 113
Gear 3 Lighting Hanging lamps by Xenon Architectural Lighting http://www.xal.comAllan 85 of 113
Tissu en porcelaine Flexible porcelain "tissue" as part of the New French Ceramics exhibition at the Cable Factory Designed by: Christelle Familiari http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 86 of 113
Exhibitions at the Cable Factory The Cable Factory is the home of three museums, 9 galleries, dance theatres, sports clubs, art schools, ateliers, rehearsing studios, radio stations, and a popular cafeteria. The Factory occupies the premises of an old factory which initially produced telephone and electrical cables. The building was converted in 1991. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 87 of 113
Pecha Kucha at Helsinki Design Week Evening highlight of Pecha Kucha was Aino Brandt and Jukka Halminen on subway map designs from around the world Designed by: Aino Brandt and Jukka Halminen http://www.koko3.fi/Allan 88 of 113
Pecha Kucha at Helsinki Design Week Evening highlight of Pecha Kucha was Aino Brandt and Jukka Halminen on subway map designs from around the world Designed by: Aino Brandt and Jukka Halminen http://www.koko3.fi/Allan 89 of 113
Exhibitions at the Cable Factory The Cable Factory is the home of three museums, 9 galleries, dance theatres, sports clubs, art schools, ateliers, rehearsing studios, radio stations, and a popular cafeteria. The Factory occupies the premises of an old factory which initially produced telephone and electrical cables. The building was converted in 1991. http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 90 of 113
Now Display Architectural model from Now Office Designed by: Now Office http://www.nowoffice.orgAllan 91 of 113
Cable Factory exterior Notice the large hanging hook and the cab to its left http://www.kaapelitehdas.fiAllan 96 of 113
Cable Factory exterior The Cable Factory is the home of three museums, 9 galleries, dance theatres, sports clubs, art schools, ateliers, rehearsing studios, radio stations, and a popular cafeteria. The Factory occupies the premises of an old factory which initially produced telephone and electrical cables. The building was converted in 1991. http://www.kaapelitehdas.fiAllan 97 of 113
Ceram X Risque ceramics as part of the New French Ceramics exhibit Designed by: Pierre Charpin http://www.pierrecharpin.com/Allan 101 of 113
Ceram X Risque ceramics as part of the New French Ceramics exhibit Designed by: Pierre Charpin http://www.pierrecharpin.com/Allan 102 of 113
Campanula Marko Neononen set up several exhibition installations outside the Cable Factory. This is a light exhibition inside a van. Designed by: Marko Nenonen http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 103 of 113
Easy to use packaging Display and hand-on demonstrations arguing for better-designed packaging http://www.helppopakkausonetu.com/Allan 104 of 113
Mushrooms! Finland is famous for its extraordinary mushrooms, and vendors display them at the local open air market http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 106 of 113
Street map/bus stop There's a ton to see design-wise just walking around the streets of Helsinki, from architecture and signage to food and markets. Hei! http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 107 of 113
Garlic The manager of this market commented that he had been collecting these specimens out the shipments he's received over the many years http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 109 of 113
Local Flavor in and around Helsinki There's a ton to see design-wise just walking around the streets of Helsinki, from architecture and signage to food and markets. Hei! http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 110 of 113
Local Flavor in and around Helsinki There's a ton to see design-wise just walking around the streets of Helsinki, from architecture and signage to food and markets. Hei! http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 112 of 113
Local Flavor in and around Helsinki There's a ton to see design-wise just walking around the streets of Helsinki, from architecture and signage to food and markets. Hei! http://www.helsinkidesignweek.com/english/Allan 113 of 113
Now in its third year, Helsinki Design Week is an international festival for the creative industries. Spread across several venues—the galleries, studios and museums of Design District, the exhibition halls and event spaces at the Cable Factory, and at at the convention-hall spaces of Habitare, the event brings designers and visitors together in a week-long celebration of design and creativity.