Habitare Neighbours
Habitare Neighbours
The idea of the Neighbours area, featured for the first time at Habitare in 2024, is to present an image or mood of a yard area of a residential block that lives and evolves with its residents. The home is a space and a mood – a safe haven for its occupants, and a place for gatherings and encounters, but also somewhere to retreat to and spend personal time.
The Neighbours area will be reconceived this year by one of Finland’s most famous interior designers, Laura Seppänen.
The Neighbours themed exhibition will present today’s design and materials, as well as topics related to homes, interior decoration and construction. The area will provide an opportunity to explore how people’s personalities and life situations, time, and emotions are reflected in the home, what creates the mood of the home, and how the spaces within the walls are adapted for a variety of lifestyles. The Habitare 2025 theme of Touch shows in the material choices, contrasts and layers of the area; Neighbours also invites you to touch and experience the spaces.
Laura Seppänen will design the next instalment of the well-received Habitare Neighbours area
“Habitare’s theme of Touch led me to reflect on Isaac Newton’s third law of motion, which can be expanded to mean ‘you cannot touch without being touched’. I believe that in our surface-driven time, many of us have a strong yearning for a connection, to touch and be touched.”
Laura Seppänen, interior designer, LS Design Agency
Personalities and life situations, time, and emotions
The area will provide an opportunity to explore how people’s personalities and life situations, time, and emotions are reflected in the home, what creates the mood of the home, and how the spaces within the walls are adapted for a variety of lifestyles.
Antrei Hartikainen
Antrei Hartikainen is a renowned Finnish master cabinetmaker and designer based in Fiskars, southern Finland. His award-winning creations, including functional objects, sculptures, and installations, constantly strive to challenge and blur the traditional boundaries between contemporary design and fine arts. Through a sculptural approach, he draws inspiration from natural materials, emphasizing the importance of sensuality, elegance, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Inno
Inno is a family-owned company with strong roots in innovative product design and responsible production. The company aims to produce design furniture as “tools for architects”. Since 1975, Inno’s customized furniture solutions and interior accessories have been chosen for brand concepts, business premises, cultural and public buildings, airports, and hotel chains all over the world.
Puusepänliike Astikainen
Astikainen Carpentry is all about timeless, made-to-measure furniture and kitchens, crafted with care in the Finnish heartland since 1978. They mix solid craftsmanship with a modern touch to turn bold ideas into beautiful, everyday pieces. Whether for homes or public spaces, everything is built to last — and made just for you.
Sanni Rajapolvi
Sanni Rajapolvi is a Helsinki-based interior architect and designer whose work balances form, function, and a sense of play.
Her design approach is rooted in sustainability, artistic minimalism, and thoughtful detailing. Whether designing spaces, furniture, or objects, she aims to create long-lasting and emotionally resonant environments that feel effortless yet intentional. Sanni believes that the best ideas often emerge from openness, curiosity, and dialogue. For her, design is not only about solving problems but also about exploration, chance, and sensory experience.
rajapolvi.sanni@gmail.com
VOLA
Since 1968, VOLA has embodied the essence of Danish design with its perfect proportions and minimalist forms. Designed by Arne Jacobsen and made in Denmark, each product reflects a legacy of craftsmanship, durability, and attention to detail. Renowned for its modular systems and timeless aesthetics, VOLA offers flexibility that evolves with changing needs. Built to stand the test of time, VOLA integrates seamlessly into contemporary architecture, delivering lasting elegance and reliability.
Bolon
Get inspired by beautiful and sustainable Bolon flooring. BOLON floors are woven with bio-based vinyl, and they contain 68% recycled content with 0% climate impact. Our floors and rugs have been used in inspiring interior designs all over the world. The durable construction and easy maintenance, combined with the woven look, make Bolon flooring a superior choice for interiors
Loftis Textile Studio
Loftis is a curtain and upholstery studio that brings your space and furniture to life. We rely on high-quality materials, high-level sewing skills, and the power of collaboration. The result is spaces and products that last not only for looks but also for use.
Elina Ulvio
By combining sensible materials with uncompromising design, Elina Ulvio aims to produce collectible objects that stand the test of time. Her Collectible Selection is a manifesto for cherishing the outdated, underlining the cyclicality of trends as a means to extend the lifespan of interiors. The objects are inspired by the rich details and harmonic proportions of recycled styles and favourite aesthetics from the past. The designs are made in Finland, utilising local materials, handcrafted by the designer and trusted fabricators.
Hakola
Hakola – Domestic furniture and the joy of design since 1963.
Hakola is the pink rebel of the design world, working for a more responsible tomorrow and a more wonderful home. Hakola brings together talented designers and skilled craftsmen, whose collaboration creates bold Finnish design. All products are still manufactured in the same factory in Jurva, where Hakola’s family made its first sofas three generations ago, in 1963.
At Hakola, colors and cheerful design are seen as elements that make everyday life a little more wonderful. The company’s goal is to be the world’s fairest design brand. Hakola believes that only a responsibly manufactured piece of furniture can be beautiful, and the family business does everything to ensure that craftsmanship is preserved in Finland, also in the future.
Helena Orava Design Projects Oy
Helena Orava Design Projects’ shop specializes in high-quality designer furniture, lighting, and home decor. You will find beautiful and timeless high-end interior solutions for homes and public spaces from our carefully curated collections. We have a wide selection of our brands’ products on display at our Tehtaankatu 5 shop.
Shop is open by appointment.
Formica
When selecting high-pressure laminate, look no further than Formica Group.
As the first and original inventors of laminate, Formica Group offers an unrivalled range of trend-led colours, patterns and woodgrains in addition to premium and innovative surfacing solutions.
With over 110 years of history, we believe Formica Group can help you achieve your vision by supplying laminate material that will not only stand the test of time but also meet your project design and functionality needs.
@formicagroupeu | @Formica Group Europe | @Formica Group Europe
Cover Story
Cover Story is a Finnish paint brand launched in early 2021, born from a desire to renew the paint industry and offer consumers a better alternative. Cover Story paints are a perfect choice for indoor walls and ceilings, as they are 100% plastic-free, water-based, and odorless, with no harmful VOC emissions released into indoor air during painting. Cover Story makes painting easy, inspiring, and responsible.
@coverstorypaint | @Cover Story Paint |
@Cover Story Paint | @Cover Story
Timberwise
Timberwise – Pure Wood, nothing else.
Our flooring is more than just a surface – it’s a carefully crafted whole, where genuine wood, Finnish craftsmanship, and a refined palette come together. Produced in Loimaa, Finland, we manufacture every floor responsibly and without compromise. Our wide range allows for harmony, contrast, or bold expression – whatever your space needs. Timberwise proudly carries the Key Flag and Allergy Label – built to stand the test of time, just like good design should.
@timberwiseofficial | @Timberwise Oy | @Timberwise Oy | @Timberwise Parquet
Tikkurila
Tikkurila is a leading Nordic paint company. For decades, Tikkurila has been developing and promoting high-quality and user-friendly surface treatment solutions that are safe for both people and the environment. We are a pioneer of sustainable painting, surface treatment, and use of colors, and we do it responsibly. We drive sustainable beauty, well-being of people, and longer life of surfaces through our work and products, by using the limited resources of nature and society in a sustainable manner.
@tikkurila_suomi | @Tikkruila | @tikkurila_suomi | @Tikkurila
Annala
Annala is Finland’s only upholstery fabric manufacturer that combines timeless Nordic design, premium natural materials, and bespoke service.
We offer exclusive, additive-free fabrics created with respect for tradition and a commitment to sustainability. In addition to our in-stock collection, we produce project-specific fabrics as well as fabrics for brands’ own collections, delivering perfectly tailored solutions to our clients. With us, you receive swift, customised results and personalised service that meets even the most demanding expectations.
Basebeton Helsinki
The story began when our artisans had long been searching for a new material that would stand the test of time and withstand wear. A product that would be one with its maker’s craftsmanship and the movement of the trowel. The result is a truly unique, meticulously finished surface that reflects the artisan’s finely honed skill.
Basebeton creates a striking, seamless, and timeless concrete surface that impresses at first glance. Its waterproof and wear-resistant finish is suitable for floors, walls, and even furniture, retaining its stunning appearance even in wet areas. A wide range of colors ensures the result is always stylish, unique, and eye-catching.
Finishing is a craft in itself, allowing creations to reach their full potential — or not. Without a skilled artisan, designs cannot achieve their highest form. We are proud to have the very best in their field on our team.
Essis by Lasilinkki
Essis by Lasilinkki is a unique interior glass brand, where master artisans create stunning, customized glass solutions by hand, leveraging over 40 years of experience for architects, designers, and visionaries.
As the sole producer of artisan glass in the Nordic countries, we craft patterned glass surfaces in various designs and finishes, available in 8 different shades. We also offer ready-made products from our extensive range e.g. glass walls, doors, and furniture.
Our artisan glass products are suitable for both public and private spaces.
Essis combines tradition with innovation, ensuring each piece showcases Finnish craftsmanship and design excellence. With our unique glass compositions, we create immersive spaces while providing design support, material knowledge, and our expertise.
@Essis by Lasilinkki | @essisbylasilinkki | @essisbylasilinkki | @Essis by Lasilinkki
Johanna Gullichsen
Woven to last
Johanna Gullichsen Collection offers an extensive range of woven textiles, interior items and accessories. It’s all about simplicity, graphic patterns and high-quality materials that create a calm ambience, both for public and domestic settings. Since 1989, we have been committed to honest design and a modern interpretation of Scandinavian textile traditions. Respect for the environment, materials and people offers the framework for everything we do.
Kirsi Kivivirta
Kirsi Kivivirta is a ceramic artist based in Helsinki. She draws inspiration from urban landscapes, combining geometry, perspective, and optical illusions. Her minimalist wall pieces emphasize the the material’s own expression and evoke feelings of movement, tranquility, and contemplation. Kivivirta uses a restrained color palette and takes advantage of the natural properties of clay. Many of her works have found their place in homes, collections, and as public works integrated into architecture.
LVI Juhani Niemi Oy
LVI Juhani Niemi Oy is a third-generation family business, founded in 1972. Originally a traditional plumbing company under the leadership of our founder Juhani Niemi, the company stopped traditional plumbing work in the year 2000 and now operates as an importer and retailer of premium bathroom products. LVI Juhani Niemi plays an important role in helping Finnish architects and interior designers to create a high-quality bathroom culture in Finland. The company’s 400m2 store is located in Muurala, Espoo.
LVI Juhani Niemi represents the following high quality bathroom brands Gessi, Duravit, Glass Design, GSI, Bette, Decor Walther, Sanibell and Copenhagen Bath.
NOMART
NOMART Oy is a Finnish company founded in 1987 importing Scandinavian and European design furniture, suitable for decorating both public and private spaces: design furniture, lightning, carpets, textiles, outdoor furniture and carefully curated accessories. Nomart store at Kasarmikatu 21, Helsinki is the place to find the best of Scandinavian design classics and contemporary news, as well as top brands of Italian and Spanish design. Modern and timeless, high quality and sustainable design is important for us. We co-operate closely with interior architects and designers in various types of projects, such as hospitality spaces, meeting rooms, offices, restaurants and other public spaces. NOMART also distributes high end decorative surface materials, including DuPont Corian.
Pieksäwood
Pieksäwood is a 75-year-old Finnish family company that manufactures high-quality aspen and alder panels and bench boards for saunas and interiors. We saw Finnish aspen at our own sawmill, and heat-treat and plane our wood products at our own factory in Pieksämäki, in the heart of Finnish forest. Our selection also includes an ecological wood composite. At Habitare’s Naapurit exhibition, you can explore our new collection: Sávu Collection brings the design of the future into saunas!
@pieksawood | @Pieksäwood | @Pieksawood | @Pieksäwood | @Pieksäwood
Suomen Sisustustakka
Suomen Sisustustakka offers high-quality fireplaces for homes and project sites. Our selection includes bioethanol fireplaces, electric fireplaces, wood-burning fireplaces, and striking outdoor fires – all inspired by Scandinavian design and made from durable materials. We help you find the perfect solution to match your space’s style and needs.
@sisustustakka | @sisustustakka | @Suomen Sisustustakka | @Suomen Sisustustakka
Grada Kiviterassi
Garda Kiviterassi is your natural living room – a place where your home extends beyond its walls. The stone tiles are built to last, maintaining their beauty with no upkeep required. Choose the style that suits you and create a terrace designed for comfort from spring to autumn. We deliver the tiles from Finland straight to your doorstep and help turn your terrace dream into reality.
Tulikivi
At Habitare’s Naapurit stand, Tulikivi presents a collection where natural stone is present in every space: in sauna heaters, spa details, kitchen surfaces, and in the fireplace and bedroom elements. The palette of materials ranges from deep Rosso Lepanto to timeless Bianco Carrara and striking Cipollino Renoir, as well as Arabescato Corchia. Each material tells its story through a unique visual language.
Shunsuke Koya
Shunsuke Koya is a Japanese architect based in Helsinki and Tokyo. The appreciation of material properties is the prominent philosophy lying at the core of his practice. He listens to the materials he uses and lets them form architecture or products, minimising material consumption and giving them a timeless quality.
Fasetti
Fasetti is a Finnish design house that sells, manufactures and restores classic Nordic design.
Our love for Nordic design heritage led us to establish Fasetti in 1999. From the beginning, our family business has wanted to help our customers choose beautiful and high-quality products for their homes and make sustainable interior design choices that will bring joy decade after decade.
Quality and durability, as well as decades of expertise and a deep understanding of Finnish design, are the common denominators for all our operations.
Made by Choice
Born from a vision to reshape design heritage, Made by Choice is an award-winning brand that champions collective creation and sustainable Nordic values and traditional design. The brand has a strong commitment to producing sustainable, bold, and innovative products, combining modern woodcraft with the latest technology. All products are manufactured in the company’s own factory in southwestern Finland. Made by Choice collaborates with leading designers and interior designers in projects to create new urban spaces. Made by Choice has, among other things, been awarded Life-Enhancer of the Year by Wallpaper* Design Awards 2022.
Vitrea Oy
Vitrea Oy is a Finnish company working with special glass solutions, representing the world’s leading glass manufacturers and their certain product ranges. With decades of experience, we offer innovative products for construction, industrial and consumer needs. Our product range includes for example fire-resistant glass, U-channel glass, glass bricks and blocks as well as different functional glasses. Vitrea has been a trusted partner in major projects across Finland, delivering reliable, high-quality solutions tailored to each unique challenge.
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