Scandinavian design appeared in the 1950s in Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland. Scandinavian design is a design movement and its main features are simple and minimalistic design, and functionality.
A perfect example of a leading Scandinavian design textile company is the Finnish design company Marimekkko which produces fabrics and readymade items for stores all around the world. Marimekko was established in 1951 by Finnish couple, Armi and Viljo Ratia. When Marimekko is translated literally it means “Mary-dress.” Because of Marimekko’s bold and uninhibited textiles and readymade products, it has become a respected name in the world of design. When the style-icon of her days Jackie Kennedy wore Marimekko, Marimekko became a synonym of all things that are modern, chic and sophisticated.
The Finnish industry also has become stronger over the years with the market becoming more diverse and demand having increased since the 1950s. Simultaneously new professional designers have been educated more and more. In 1960s, the Finnish design industry had the courage to start use bold designs because Finland’s textile and furniture exports were doing well and it had economic importance. Thanks for this development are due largely to the courageous design companies of that time such as Marimekko.
A perfect example of a leading Scandinavian design textile company is the Finnish design company Marimekkko which produces fabrics and readymade items for stores all around the world. Marimekko was established in 1951 by Finnish couple, Armi and Viljo Ratia. When Marimekko is translated literally it means “Mary-dress.” Because of Marimekko’s bold and uninhibited textiles and readymade products, it has become a respected name in the world of design. When the style-icon of her days Jackie Kennedy wore Marimekko, Marimekko became a synonym of all things that are modern, chic and sophisticated.
The Finnish industry also has become stronger over the years with the market becoming more diverse and demand having increased since the 1950s. Simultaneously new professional designers have been educated more and more. In 1960s, the Finnish design industry had the courage to start use bold designs because Finland’s textile and furniture exports were doing well and it had economic importance. Thanks for this development are due largely to the courageous design companies of that time such as Marimekko.
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