Helsinki Named World Design Capital 2012
Helsinki will be the World Design Capital of the year 2012.
The designation was announced by the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (Icsid) at the Icsid World Design Congress 2009 in Singapore on November 25, 2009.
“This is a magnificent achievement for Helsinki.
It is an important recognition for us and our collaborator cities Espoo, Vantaa, Kauniainen and Lahti, as well as for all the participating organizations and individuals.
We have received a unique opportunity and will be taking every advantage of it,” said Helsinki Mayor Jussi Pajunen, accepting the World Design Capital 2012 designation at the Icsid World Design Congress 2009.
The title of Helsinki’s bid for the designation was Open Helsinki – Embedding Design in Life.
The concept expressed by the title will form the basis of Helsinki’s ambitious program for the design year 2012.
Sneak Peak
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Take a sneak peak at the latest edition of Vogue living (Australia), its crammed full of inspirational images.
Relaxed living in summer, from the beach to the city!! If only……….. Here we are amidst high winds and lashing rain, with the prospect of widespread frosts. However there is something magical, about long winter walks and coming home to a glowing fire.
We especially like the article “in vogue” Trick of the Eye” look how perspective draws you to the sculpture at the end really expands your perception of space. Great chair too, looks like a photo image of the Eifel Tower…………… love it
As for Kelly Wearstler, she is one colourful lady
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