Anne Hirvonen is a Finnish designer known for her modern approach to design, taking inspiration from nature and urban surroundings. She contributed to the Play collection for iittala in 2024, bringing a fresh and vibrant perspective to the iconic Finnish brand. Beyond iittala, Hirvonen has designed furniture and home objects for other respected brands, showcasing her versatility and strong sense of form. As an emerging name in the Finnish design scene, she continues to make a mark through thoughtful, well-crafted pieces.

Finnish design has a long history and is know for simplicity, functionality, and craftsmanship. It's trademark designs emerged in the early 20th century, and gained international attention through pioneers like Alvar Aalto in architecture and furniture, as well as companies such as Iittala, Artek, and Marimekko. Their work emphasized clean lines, natural materials, and a harmonious balance between beauty and practicality. Everything must have a purpose. Iconic products like the Aalto vase, Artek’s Stool 60, and Marimekko’s bold textile patterns established Finland as a leader in modernist design. Over the next century, Finnish design became synonymous with high quality, technical skill, and timeless aesthetics—qualities that have earned it global recognition, particularly during the postwar years when Nordic design was celebrated worldwide, and still is. Today, Finnish products continue to enjoy international respect, not only for their aesthetic value but also for their reputation of reliability, thoughtful construction, and cultural authenticity.