Created from a clear vision, the pieces from jewelry designer Kristi Doukas convey messages of love, art and country. As one of the best known jewelry designers in Finland, Doukas has been designing for Kalevala since 1989 and has won several awards for her work including Goldsmith of the year in 1999. Her pieces have been in exhibitions in Scandinavia, Germany, Switzerland and Japan and her popularity is most often attributed to her clean modern style which crosses all cultures and tastes. Some of her most famous works include the Twinflower design which is inspired by a Finnish poem, The Dream collection which celebrates Finnish political freedom and the Horseman collection which tells of an operatic tale of love. Jewerly created by Doukas is passionate and rooted in design that goes beyond a pretty façade to tell a powerful story.

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.