BP 13- Scandinavian Design

Scandinavian Design

Bubble chair- Eero Aarnio, 1968

    Scandinavian Design is very unique and differs from architecture from other areas of the world.  The design is known for its beginnings as affordable, sleek furniture for everyone, not just the wealthy.  The trend is demonstrated not only through furniture, but also through fashion.  Emerging in the 1950's, the trend focused on minimalism, modernism, and functionalism.  Some famous designers associated with Scandinavian design include Alvar Aalto, Eero Aarnio, Vernon Panton, Arne Jacobson, and Hans Wegner.

 Paimio Armchair-Alvar Aalto

Arne Jacobsen- rodovre town hall, stairwell 1952-1956

               Scandinavian Design is prevalent today through the popular businesses Ikea and H&M.  Both companies are known for mass producing simple products that coordinate well with (almost) everything.  


Scandinavian design also resignates through scandinavian modern architecure, such as buildings Alvar Aalto and Arne Jacobsen designed.  I appreciate the scandinavian design concept because of it's appeal to the masses and is aimed for everyone including the "average joe", which every third world country has.  The products are well priced and are innovative in design and new forms.