Petri Burtsoff
Hydro is the Norwegian firm making aluminium the designer’s material of choice
The aluminium producer’s commitment to circularity offers a shining example of what real progress looks like in the materials sector.
‘Focus on the fundamentals – that’s what strengthens the quality of life’: Helsinki’s millennial mayor outlines his plan
We meet Daniel Sazonov, Helsinki’s millennial mayor, to discuss his city’s progress and challenges, from maintaining its green image to diplomatic risk management.
Design-led dining spots to visit this May – from a fire station-turned-ale house in Auckland to Marseille’s latest retro-futurist opening
As warmer weather welcomes us back outdoors, here are our picks of where to dine this month.
Twelve creatives on the art of watchmaking and why horology will stand the test of time
Designers, architects, chefs and more tell us about their favourite watches, their fascination with complications and timekeeping as a fundamental element of any professional’s life.
Is Finland in trouble? Ukraine’s wayward drones expose Europe’s hidden weakness
Ukrainian drones that strayed from their Russian targets and crashed in Finland raise grave concerns for Europe’s defensive readiness. Can the bloc learn its lesson before it’s too late?
At Norway’s chic Stockholm Embassy, modernist design meets Nordic diplomacy
The warm, considered interiors of Norway’s embassy in Stockholm is a reflection of the nation’s character and its culture of craft and unity.
Songs to put you on airplane mode: Finnair believes music should be as important as in-flight snacks
The original work by Finnish composer Lauri Porra was recorded with a symphony orchestra and designed to accompany different stages of air travel.
How Nokia is reinventing itself for the era of 6G and AI
Usurped as a mobile-phone superpower, the Finnish brand rang the changes and is now focusing on wireless networks – and boosting Europe’s digital security – from its new HQ.
Helsinki’s urban oasis: Iittala Brings the Finnish sauna into the city at Bob W Kamppi
Heritage house Iittala’s new sauna lounge combines 1970s nostalgia with the best of Finland’s contemporary design.
Inside the Finnish Embassy in New Delhi: A landmark of Nordic architecture
Built 20 years after it was conceived, Finland’s embassy was well worth the wait. It's no wonder visitors linger to revel in the beauty of a building that’s part Indian ashram, part modernist masterpiece.
