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Furniture Programme is an integral part of the Interior Architecture Major of the Department of Architecture at Aalto University in Finland. On top of spatial design studies, with experimental courses on both BA and MA levels, and outstanding workshop facilities, students explore hands–on the diverse creative and conceptual approaches to furniture and product design practice.

INSIDE—OUT can refer to blurring the boundary between interior and outdoor space, as well as to the in–depth nature of the design process. The exhibition presents the work of a group of young, international furniture designers currently studying at Aalto University in Finland. While diverse in material, form and function, all works share a common ground in their thoughtful, versatile design, adaptable to different environments and contexts. Suspended within a structured grid, each piece stands alone yet remains in dialogue with its immediate neighbours. Designed from the inside out, every work evolves from a conceptual clarity, shaping its final expression and spatial presence. Come and discover their work!

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Progressive by nature, Hem creates contemporary furniture for architectural spaces, combining experimentation with durability and a commitment to responsible production. Known for its bold designs, close attention to detail, and materiality, Hem collaborates with leading designers such as Max Lamb, Sabine Marcelis and Faye Toogood, alongside leading European manufacturers, to develop distinctive, purposeful pieces defined by clarity, quality, and longevity.
Hem
April 8, 2022
Furniture
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Tina Frey Designs, based in San Francisco, California, specializes in timeless, functional objects, furniture, and lighting. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted from start to finish, reflecting a commitment to thoughtful design that brings serenity and joy to everyday spaces. The studio’s entirely human, hands-on process results in organic, wabi-sabi-inspired creations that cannot be replicated by mass production. Using materials like resin, bronze, brass, and stainless steel, the designs combine minimalist elegance with practical functionality. The collections include limited edition art works, products featured in commercial projects, and are available at the showroom, select boutiques worldwide, and the studio’s online shop.
Tina Frey Designs
December 18, 2024
Accessories
Part of 2025
Part of 2026
Secto Design is a Finnish family–owned company known for its architectural, wooden design lamps. Each lamp is meticulously handmade at the company’s factory in Heinola, Finland, where locally sourced, certified birch wood meets sustainable production methods. The harmonious light of the luminaires and the warm tones of wood create an inviting atmosphere in both private and public spaces.
Secto Design
January 18, 2023
Lighting
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Ethimo is an Italian company founded in 2009 that specialised in high–end outdoor furnishings that express contemporary design in a balanced synthesis of form and function. Study of materials and shapes of elements speak of the tailoring of a knowhow consolidated over time and of all–Italian style. A fusion of art, nature, tradition, contemporaneity and design that finds its identity and balance in every project bringing alive an idea of outdoor living made up of harmony with nature and respect for the environment. Ethimo projects stress the importance of protecting and preserving the natural environment and awareness of the physical and mental well–being generated by contact with nature.
Ethimo
March 6, 2024
Outdoor
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Other Exhibitions
For this year’s 3daysofdesign, House of Finn Juhl collaborates with Edition Copenhagen, one of the leading lithographic workshops in the world. The collaboration is rooted in a workshop theme, based on a shared respect for traditional craftsmanship and the preservation of specialised skills. As the custodian of Finn Juhl’s legacy, House of Finn Juhl works to maintain and communicate the principles that defined his approach: a close relationship between design, making, and material understanding. Balancing artistic vision with functional form, the presentation reflects Finn Juhl’s continued relevance across generations.
House of Finn Juhl x Edition
January 9, 2026
Seino Takashi Design is a design company founded in Chiba, Japan, in 2020 by Takashi Seino. Guided by the theme of universality, the studio works across interior and product design, carefully considering the relationship between people, objects and spaces while valuing materials. Its designs emerge through dialogue, embracing clients, users, materials and nature. The philosophy is inspired by the Japanese concept Sampō Yoshi—“good for the seller, good for the buyer, and good for society.” This principle guides the studio beyond profit, encouraging meaningful contributions to society and fostering long–term relationships built on trust.
seino takashi design
January 20, 2026
soca—scent of the calm—is a brand rooted in Japan, a land shaped by the ever–changing expressions of its four seasons. Inspired by fragrances from native plants and the gifts of nature unique to each place, soca captures scent as something gently received from the natural world. Rather than asserting itself strongly, each fragrance quietly exists—calmly present and softly enveloping a space. The brand is also deeply connected to Japanese craftsmanship, collaborating with small workshops and skilled artisans instead of mass production to preserve the beauty of handwork while creating thoughtful new pieces.
soca
January 20, 2026
Reevein Studios is a Danish high–end design company dedicated to crafting collectible floral and botanical objects that last a lifetime. Originating as a brand specialising in sculptures and installations for exhibitions, inspired by the profound link between humans and nature, Reevein Studios has today evolved into a design brand, creating exquisite collectible handcrafted faux flowers and surrealistic botanical design objects. Reevein Studios envisions botanical design as a deliberate choice, not attempting to mimic nature but rather standing as a unique artistic expression. Reevein Studios has gained international attention from leading design media for their unique approach to handcrafted design and the use of new materials.
Reevein Studios
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