Petri Burtsoff
A tour of the spectacular upgrade of Kämp, Finland’s first grand hotel
One of Finland’s oldest hotels is preserving its 19th-century charm while catering to the needs of the modern traveller.
Villa Ervi in Helsinki is a mid-century gem where life and work come together
Instead of seeking heritage status for their modernist postwar property, architect Mauri Tommila and his wife Aila have brought it to life as a living family home.
How Finland’s multi-billion icebreaker deal with the US could leave the country in a frosty spot
A landmark US partnership puts Finland’s world-leading icebreaker in the spotlight. As its shipyards gear up for billions in orders, questions remain over politics, dependency and who is truly at the helm.
Inside Iittala’s glass factory, where fashion meets fire
On an autumn afternoon, the Iittala glass factory hums with a rhythm that has remained largely unchanged for more than 140 years. The air is heavy with heat from the furnace, which roars at…
Highlights from Helsinki Design Week 2025
Helsinki Design Week is in full swing and, as ever, the city is buzzing with creativity and community. This year, two highlights in particular are especially worth paying attention to: an open-air exhibition that…
Inside Royal Caribbean’s Nordic-built ‘megaship’ that’s making waves in the shipbuilding industry
With a waterfall, ice rink and surf simulator, the Star of the Seas pushes the limits of cruise design. But what does it mean for travellers, and for Finland’s booming cruise ship output?
How driverless taxis and remote-controlled cars have shifted into Estonia’s fast lane
Estonia’s transport sector is gaining ground. Here are three firms moving the global-mobility debate.
Kone: The Finnish lift company quietly reshaping cities
Kone has been making people’s journeys safe and seamless since 1910. Now it’s aiming to elevate urban spaces.
