Arctic design continues to conquer the world. This time in the form
of Kiela –Design from Lapland –exhibition that collects together the works of eight northern
design companies to the prestigious Tortona Design Week. The exhibition showcases also works of upcoming designers from the
University of Lapland and traditional sámi handicrafts from Sámi Duodji
association.
Tortona Design Week is a part of the world famous Milan Design Week, taking place from April 8th to 14th at one of the design capitals of the world. Tortona Design Week alone, inside this massive event, gathered over 110 000 visitors with its 200 exhibitors. Press, talent scouts and design professional from all over the world come to the city to get a feel of the future of design.
Kiela –Design from Lapland showcases in one of the most central locations
of the week, in the courtyard of Opficio 31 industrial complex. Full of light,
this open space is a perfect venue for exhibiting products from northern design
companies that share the love for timeless design and clearly defined style.
In this
collective exhibition, the foundations for design in Lapland are clearly visible. Nature and
tradition combined with cutting edge technologies, the cold and the wild, sustainability
and appreciation of craft welcome the visitor of Kiela. Kiela is the Finnish
name for the hondo of the reindeer lasso called suopunki, which is
traditionally used to catch reindeer when they are separated from the herd. In
the exhibition, Kiela is a metaphor for gathering together designers from
different design scenes. Kiela proudly presents:
Arkkitehtitoimisto N-A-M, Hornwork, JAUR, Kaisa Sirén,
Keramiikkapaja Maari,
Littlefinland.fi, Paperivalo, Puusepänliike Pihlaja and Sámi
Duodji.
Companies
are accompanied by a younger generation of designers from the University of
Lapland searching for fresh means of expression:
Reetta Eskola, Elina Hilden, Netta Korhonen, Jenni Marttila,
Helka Mäkinen, Pirita Norvanto, Riikka Oikarainen, Heidi Ollikainen, Jukka
Pirinen, Janne Sipilä, Juhani Näränen and Iines Partanen.
The
exhibition Kiela – Design from Lapland is organized by the WDC 2012 Helsinki–Rovaniemi
project. The northern city of Rovaniemi, Rovaniemi Regional Development Agency
Ltd and University of Lapland promote the arctic perspective on design;
combining arctic requirements, top research as well as education, the expertise
of creative industry enterprises and northern culture.
Kiela – Design
from Lapland exhibition can be found from the Tortona Design Week webpage,
and
already on a few other web-based medias: 2night.it and Inner Design.Get press material from here
Companies at Kiela
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| Elli |
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| Chandelier |
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| Water Pitcher |
Jaur
presents top Finnish steel design. The products from the world’s northernmost
steel factory in Tornio reflect the peace and tranquility of their source of
inspiration – the nature of Lapland. JAUR utilises the best stainless steel
grades in a way that appreciates the material: as artefacts and decorative
objects. These decorative objects are also sustainable: raw material of
stainless steel is recycled metal. JAUR® is a registered trademark of the
producer of the range, Eero Hyrkäs Oy.
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| Art on Sofa |
Luxurious and soft reindeer leather cushion are Art on sofa. Photographer Kaisa Sirén captures pieces of Lapland in her photographs and prints them on reindeer leather. The beautiful cushions are made of Lappis materials, dyed reindeer leather and embellished with carved reindeer antler. Each motif is beautifully crafted in a 30-piece series by Eila Puhakka. Each piece is unique and numbered.
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| Eco Luxury cushions |
Littlefinland.fi launches their scandinavian Eco Luxury cushion collection at Tortona Design Week. The colourful floor cushions made of reindeer leather are the first products of their “Exclusivity via Uniqueness” product family. Reindeer leather is a luxurious and durable material rarely used in such products, but natural for Littlefinland.fi as they are located in the Arctic region of Finland in northern Lapland.
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| Birch |
The incredible colours, shapes and materials of Lapland’s nature are the source of inspiration for Maari´s Koivu ceramic series. Koivu -Birch- the tough lady of the forest, is part of every Finn’s soul and the basis for this delicate and beautiful collection. The ceramic artist behind the products, Maarit Mattanen, is especially fascinated by the ruggedness and unpredictability of Raku ceramics. The outcome of firing cannot be controlled, so every piece is one-of-a-kind – just as unique as the elements of nature.
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| Valot luminaire |
Paperivalo’s minimalist and elegant luminaires are efficient elements of interior decoration and create a harmonious atmosphere. The transparent lines on the paper and paper surfaces of different thicknesses create lively patterns that come to life as light penetrates the paper. The main colour of the collection, white, symbolises snow and the brilliant white light of Lapland. The watermark created by paper artist Sirpa Kivilompolo is a miracle hidden in a sheet of handmade paper and revealed by light to portray stories and translucent images.
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| Suutari writingdesk |
Puusepänliike Pihlaja Ltd focuses on creating solid wood furniture for both public and private spaces. The skillfully finished pieces of the “Suutari” -collection are handcrafted from white oak. The airy and light design of the “Suutari” -table introduces the design of an old cobbler's table into the present day. The youthful, proficient carpenters of Puusepänliike Pihlaja also design and manufacture unique furniture according to customers’ specifications.
Sámi Duodji is an association promoting and nurturing Finnish Sámi Handicrafts. They value and cherish the authentic, original and living Sámi culture. The Kiela-Design from Lapland exhibition showcases products from two distinguished Sámi artisans; Ilmari Laiti and Seija Ranttila. Laiti’s products represent traditional crafts and materials from the north, like burl of birch, reindeer antler and bone. Ranttila’s Sagat brings the strong and rich colours of Sámi culture into modern day textiles.
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| Sagat |
Young designers at Kiela
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| Kulmio |
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| Valkea |
Kulmio
allows you to change the amount of light and its character by twisting the
upper and lower parts of the cube. Elina Hildèn has been aiming for a
personally created atmosphere.
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| Spider |
The Spider Stool plays with edges, light and shadow. Triangular, spidery shapes are carved from birch plywood. Netta Korhonen found her inspiration from nature, water shaped driftwood, from claws, antlers and insect legs.
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| Keinu |
Keinu is a rocking chair designed for a modern home by Jenni Marttila. The design was inspired by tradition and bringing tradition into present in a sustainable way. It is made of birch and the seat is laminated birch veneer. Keinu keeps the body in movement while activating muscles.
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| Northward Yearning |
Northward Yearning is a collection of four outfits, a vision that Helka Mäkinen designed dreams in mind. Showcased here is an evening gown of bamboo terry with dip dyed details and jersey jewellery.
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| Hidden Star |
Hidden Star –collection, designed by Pirita Norvanto, is inspired by the Finnish winter night and nature. This collection, sewn using traditional methods, combines knits with lamb and fox fur.
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| Oikku |
The necklace made of used or broken zippers value ecological thinking. Designer Riikka Oikarainen has turned zipper pullers into earrings and chains into necklaces and bracelets.
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| Saaga swing |
Saaga is a multifunctional product which follows the user all the way from childhood to adulthood. Saaga can be modified as a cradle, a swing, a chair and a footstool. Design by Laura Ollikainen and Heidi Koskela. Textile design by Liisa Karppinen.
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| Haive |
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| EK1 |
The use of
the finest Finnish plywood brings strength and a fascinating look to this uniquely
shaped coffee table. Jukka Pirinen has created the simple yet classy look of
Ek1 by using only the necessary factors in its design.
Haive is a LED table lamp designed by Janne
Sipilä. It is a combination of traditional materials,wood (oak) and metal.
Elegant design of the lamp gives traditional materials a new point of view.
Mystery Posters are works of graphic design students Iines Partanen and Juhani Näränen.
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