Five Enduring Finnish Design Principles Celebrated at Helsinki Design Week's 20th Anniversary
By
Jane Englefield
If you only eat one bagel today, this is the bagel.
Summary
This article covers the 20th anniversary edition of Helsinki Design Week, where a Dezeen reporter identifies five enduring Finnish design principles observed at the festival. The event took place from September 5-14, 2025 across various locations in Helsinki, marking two decades of celebrating Finnish design excellence and showcasing the city's position as a design capital.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledOn the heels of the 20th anniversary edition of Helsinki Design Week
Dezeen reporter Jane Englefield rounds up five enduring Finnish design principles
Helsinki Design Week 2025 took place from 5 to 14 September in various locations across Finland's capital
This year marked two decades of the event, offering a glimpse into Finnish design excellence
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