Finland
is a country of design with many world famous designers and design items. In
this post we celebrate Finnish designers and their ever timeless designs.
Maija Isola
This Finnish Designer's name might not be as
easily recognized as her ever popular Unikko (Poppy) flower print that the
Marimekko brand is so known for. This
design was created by Maija Isola in the 1964 as a defiance to the owner’s ban
on floral prints. Her work for Marimekko consist of over 500 prints inspired by
traditional folk art, modern visual art, nature and her countless trips around
the world. It is said that Marimekko’s style was very much based on what Maila
Isola was doing. In its celebration of Unikko's 50 anniversary,
Marimekko pays tribute to bold personalities and people who goes against the
grain and follow their instincts in the spirit of Maija Isola.
Alvar
Aalto
Alvar Aalto is known as the father of Modern Scandinavian architecture and has
contributed numerous timeless designs of furniture and interior fixtures, still
enjoyed today. Born in the late 19
th century, he has received
numerous awards and accolades from around the world for building famous till
this day. However in our homes we still enjoy his simple yet functional
mid-century modern home décor and furniture like the Savoy Iitala vases and Paimio
chair.
Eero Saarinen
Known
as the famous architect behind the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial in St.
Loius, Eero Saarinen a Finnish American has contributed some of the most
recognizable designs in the 20
th century. He was also on the jury
panel of the Sydney Opera House, a World Heritage building today. Among his
many creation is the Tulip chair and pedestal family of furniture manufactured
by Knoll and still is the favourite of many design conscious collectors around
the world.
Kaj Franck
Kaj Franck is described as the conscience of Finnish design. During the war he was
incited with the possibilities of technology and mass production, especially in
its ability to produce diverse practical objects at low cost. His later designs
was stripped of everything excessive leaving behind only the essentials. Kaj
Franck's timeless designs are still produced by Italia and cherished in many
households around the world.
