Antti Kekki is a Helsinki-based graphic designer, illustrator, and surface designer. His work is often characterized by bold use of color, spontaneity, and handcrafted elements. Many of Kekki's designs use simple collage techniques, in which he cuts different forms and shapes from paper that are carefully arranged until a pattern is born. Kekki has collaborated with many renowned brands, including Marimekko, where he has been contributing designs for since 2019. 

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.