The Aalto Vase: How it's Made

The incredible steps required to craft the world famous Aalto Vase. Still handmade in iittala, Finland by master glassblowers.

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Screen 100 by Alvar Aalto
Alvar Aalto’s elegantly simple room divider will be the star of any interior. Created in 1936 for Artek, Screen 100 embodies the pillars of Scandinavian design through a combination of...
Armchair 400 "Tank" by Alvar Aalto
A Finnish Icon is Born The award-winning Armchair 400 by Alvar Aalto has been a fan-favorite since its conception in 1936. Lovingly nicknamed "Tank Chair” for its generous stature, Armchair...
Paimio Chair by Alvar Aalto
What was once known as a medical chair has become one of the most celebrated pieces of modern furniture design. The Paimio Chair was designed in the early 1930s by...
Stool 60 by Alvar Aalto
The seemingly simple Stool 60 has become one of the most influential objects in modern furniture design. It was designed by Finnish architect Alvar Aalto in 1933, and has remained...
The Aalto Vase: How it's Made
The incredible steps required to craft the world famous Aalto Vase. Still handmade in iittala, Finland by master glassblowers.
Aalto Sanatorium
Maija Holma, Alvar Aalto Museum Though officially named the Paimio Sanatorium, this iconic piece of architecture is often referred to as the Aalto Sanatorium because of the well-known name...
Was Alvar Aalto part of the Bauhaus Art Movement?
Meaning "Construction House," Bauhaus originated as a school for the arts in early 20th century Germany and was founded by Walter Gropius. The term Bauhaus" would soon evolve to encompass...
Finnish Furniture: How the World Fell in Love with Finland
Considered a design nation, Finland is known for its aesthetic both in architecture and interior décor. One of the most well-known and sought-after of these products is Finnish furniture. Famed...