Finnish designer Niina Aalto specializes in textile design, illustration, ceramics, and product design. She collaborates with various brands, including Finlayson, where her work has been featured in collections such as Sukukokous, a pattern that reflects her bold and expressive design approach. Beyond textiles, Aalto's expertise extends to ceramics and product design, showcasing her versatility across different mediums. Beyond Finlayson, she has also designed for notable brands such as IKEA, Fiskars, Hemtex and more.

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.