Serve up a winter wonderland with the Ice Palace Tray. Designed by Klaus Haapaniemi, The pattern is detailed and whimsical for a delicate and ethereal feel. Hues of pastel mauve and pale blue add to the icy appeal. Made from laminated beech wood, the tray is large but lightweight for serving appetizers and beverages, though the decorative design makes it perfect for coffee-table catchall.
For fans of the beloved iittala Taika pattern, the name Klaus Haapaniemi will ring bells. The internationally recognized London-based Finnish designer's sense of whimsy and magic was illustrated in the pattern that graced the iconic dinnerware and other home goods. Together with Mia Walleni... More Klaus Haapaniemi
Designer Klaus Haapaniemi (born 1970) was dubbed one of most important rising stars in illustration and design by the international WGSN trend analysis service. After graduating as a graphic designer from the Lahti Institute of Design, Finland, the now London-based creative has had no short... More Klaus Haapaniemi
I use Klaus' trays for my living room chairside tables and couch fabric storage bench. They protect the wood tables and fabric bench from messes. I have four trays consisting of different sizes to match the furniture size. The tray's patterns make me smile and provide all the protection I need in a lively yet unobtrusive way. They just tickle me and give me a smile whenever I look at them.