Current issues

The latest news and events in design.

Design

Tapio Wirkkala Retrospective Arrives at Its Final Venue in Japan

Tapio Wirkkala: The Sculptor of Ultima Thule reaches its final venue at the Shimane Art Museum after touring Japan for more than a year. The first major retrospective of Tapio Wirkkala in Japan will be on view from 26 June to 31 August 2026, concluding its nationwide tour before returning to Finland.

Architecture

UNESCO World Heritage Status Could Mark a New International Milestone for Finnish Design

A UNESCO World Heritage inscription would make Aalto Works the first representative of Finnish modern architecture on the World Heritage List. More than a recognition of an outstanding architectural ensemble, it would also acknowledge the international significance of Finland’s design philosophy and reinforce the country’s position as a global leader in architecture, design and cultural exports.

150 Anniversary

Anniversary scholarships have been awarded – three business leaders selected for Stanford Design Thinking training

Design Forum Finland’s 150th anniversary scholarship recipients have been selected. The scholarships have been awarded to Chief Commercial Officer Lea Aarinen-Koski, CEO Timo Helosuo, and Director Maija Koski. The selections were made by the Board of the Finnish Society of Crafts and Design.

Circular economy

Circular Design Guidebook

Our new guidebook is aimed at business decision-makers, product and service developers, as well as design professionals. Read the book on our website or download it!

circular design

Circular Design for Business

Do you work in product or service development and are fluent in Finnish? Our free online course will provide you with an understanding of circular economy-based design in just ten hours.

Sustainable design

DeCo – Design Collaboration for Sustainable Business

DeCo aims to improve local,regional and national development policies through exchange of experience and capacity building in circular and sustainable design, production and manufacturing.

Projects

Towards an ecosystem

What does the design industry consist of? Design-intensive companies, design service providers, various professional or support organizations, museums, educational institutions, and media.