Our Designers
Our story starts with our designers. They continue in the footsteps of revered Scandinavian designers and carry a deep understanding of the intricacies of different architectural eras and styles.
Our story starts with our designers. They continue in the footsteps of revered Scandinavian designers and carry a deep understanding of the intricacies of different architectural eras and styles.
Architect and A.S.Helsingö's Creative Director
Ilona Palmunen applies her vision to all areas of design. Inspired by trends, visual contrast and timeless aesthetics, Ilona believes that the different fields of art have no limits.
Prior to establishing her own architecture studio and becoming the creative director of A.S.Helsingö, Ilona worked in several award-winning Finnish architecture offices.
“My design principle is to make everyday life better – both its functionality and feel.”
Ted Schauman and Jonas Nordgren
Based in Copenhagen and Helsinki, this architecture and design studio executes an ambitious vision through meticulous attention to detail.
Their work has been exhibited internationally and published in various journals, including Casa da Habitare, Wallpaper, Blueprint and the book Nordic Designers. In 2005 Nordgren was elected by Wallpaper as one of the world's 10 most wanted designers.
Schauman & Nordgren Architects
“We see human presence and life as the fuel in our designs and believe that people facilitate and secure the success of the projects and make them last over time.”
Ceramic artist
Leena Kouhia is a ceramic artist known to walk her own path. She breaks the boundaries of traditional design with her intuitive and raw style. She embraces the beauty of imperfection and rough shapes.
Her ceramic art and tableware can be seen in finest restaurants and in the homes of people who seek unique design. Leena sees the ceramic material as a touch between two human beings.
Leena Kouhia
“Every time one touches a ceramic object that is handmade, they touch the hand of the maker.”
Studio Joanna Laajisto
Studio Joanna Laajisto is a Helsinki-based design agency, founded in 2010. Functionality, quality and aesthetics are the main principles of Studio Joanna Laajisto’s designs.
Be it interiors, products or services, the agency’s philosophy is to create beautiful, long lasting and meaningful design that drives from sustainable values and understanding of human behavior. Their work has been published widely in both national and international media with clients ranging from the local Nordic region to Europe.
“The most ecological thing we can do is to create long-lasting products and spaces. It's always the driver and starting point for planning.”