It's a fine, clear day, and the people of Helsinki are acting out a ritual they've embraced for nearly 300 years: shopping outdoors in Market Square, downtown on the waterfront. Here, fishermen ...

The Artek 2nd Cycle project was started in 2006 to recover and restore used pieces; in 2011 the company opened a showroom in Helsinki’s design district — a few blocks away from its flagship ...

Uudenmaankatu St. is in the heart of Helsinki’s design district. As more men enter the sauna, people begin to speak, but in a specific way. Talk of politics, status or work have no place here.

Take a 6-hour stopover in Helsinki with FinnAir's suggested itinerary to visit the Design Museum and enjoy local eats. Explore Helsinki for 12 hours with visits to art museums, saunas, and dining ...

At its peak, Helsinki basks in nearly 19 hours of daylight, ... Liike, a Design District boutique, is stocked with unique fashions from up-and-coming Finnish designers.

Nestled in the Helsinki Design District, the museum showcases an extensive collection of Finnish and Scandinavian design, including works by Alvar Aalto. Open from 11 am, admission is €20 for ...

Helsinki's energy company Helen has been looking for large-scale substitutes for use in district heating, especially to replace coal and natural gas, but also for the recently growing use of wood.

The AJ wants to know who you want to win the contest to design Finland’s New Museum of Architecture and Design in Helsinki ...

Next year, Helsinki promises a remarkable cultural program celebrating Finnish design, art, architecture, and storytelling. From the grand reopening of the iconic Finlandia Hall to the magical ...

Nearby, there are art galleries and design boutiques to explore. From €198 (£172), B & B. Published in the Jan/Feb 2024 issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK).