Habitare Milan companies
Get to know the companies participating in Habitare Materials
Habitare Materials & Objects will be showcased at one of Alcova’s three locations this spring. The building, named Ex Snia, is a former viscose factory located next to Varedo railway station
Get to know the participating companies
Arktis Furniture I Durat I Fanni Laukkanen I Fiberwood I Hiil I KOIVUI I KOTA company I Metsä Fibre I Mölinä I Pihlgren ja Ritola I Roosa Ryhänen I Suomen Käsityön Ystävät I VM Carpet I Ville Auvinen ja Aino Michelsen
Arktis
Arktis Furniture specialises in producing wooden furniture using detailed techniques for public interiors. Its unique collection includes furniture from four internationally recognised Finnish designers. Arktis introduces a new Huup bench by Jouni Leino, the iconic Kari K3 chair by Kari Asikainen, and a classic sofa, Soru, designed by Mikko Halonen in Milan.
Durat
Durat solid surface material contains up to 50% recycled material and is 100% recyclable. Post-industrial plastic waste is granulated, giving Durat its distinctive texture with warm and silky to touch.
Durat is highly durable material and suitable for all kinds of furniture. It is the perfect material for reception, bar and serving countertops, tables, benches kitchen and bathroom furniture. Durat´s colour chart is very extensive with more than 300 colours.
A true pioneer in circular economy
Durat has 35 years of experience in researching the reuse of plastic materials. The aim is a long life cycle and closed material loop.
Fanni Laukkanen
Fanni Laukkanen is an interior architect who recently completed her studies at Aalto University. In her work, she aims to discover a novel approach to everyday shapes and ideas. Her commitment to sustainable design is reflected in the creation of lasting pieces that emphasize functionality and a clean design language as well as simplified manufacturing techniques. Atelier Laukkanen encompasses design services and art by Fanni Laukkanen.
Fiberwood
Imagine an acoustic product that not only enhances the soundscape but also supports sustainable development while bringing warmth and harmony to interior design.
Our wood-based material, crafted from by-products of the forest industry, turns this vision into reality.
We are Fiberwood, a Finnish material technology startup dedicated to inspiring architects and designers to push boundaries and create spaces where sustainability, aesthetics, and functionality come together effortlessly.
Hiil – Charred to Life
Hiil brings the traditional art of wood charring into modern construction in a sustainable and beautiful way. Using the CircuWood concept, Hiil produces charred wood from the sidestreams of wood and construction industries. Naturally weather-resistant, non-toxic, and long-lasting, charred wood helps to capture carbon in buildings. In Hiil’s 2025 Iki and Hetki collections, you’ll find nine stunning textures and shades for wooden cladding and surface design.
KOIVUI®
KOIVUI® thermally modified panels are an excellent choice for both interior and exterior cladding in all climate conditions. The panels combine design, high quality, and the eco-friendliness and responsibility of the material.
The panels are manufactured in our family-owned planing mill in Eastern Finland. The raw material, Finnish thermally modified pine, is an environmentally friendly, chemical-free, and durable material that offers both longevity and a beautiful, natural appearance. The sorting process of the material and careful quality control ensure that only high-quality panels are delivered to your project.
KOTA Company
KOTA Company Redefines the Concept of Sofa Beds
Let’s face it: traditional sofa beds often fall short of their core purposes. They aren’t comfortable to sit on, provide a poor sleeping experience, and, to top it off, frequently lack aesthetic appeal.
KOTA Company, a Finnish innovator in seating furniture, offers world-class sofa beds and chairs designed to transform comfort and style. Our sleek Nordic design, combined with unparalleled seating and sleeping quality, elevates the user experience to new heights. With KOTA, your guests can enjoy a premium night’s sleep without compromise.
Metsä Fibre – sustainable growth from renewable wood raw material
We are a leading producer of wood-based bioproducts, such as pulp, sawn timber, biochemicals and bioenergy. Our products are known for their high quality, which is based on the unique characteristics of Nordic wood. One of our key objectives is to find new, value-added uses for pulp fibre and production side streams. Renewable wood fibres can replace fossil-based raw materials and promote sustainability in industrial value chains. New innovative bioproducts are an important part of realising our bioproduct mill concept.
Mölinä™ – Redefining Acoustic Elegance
Born from the vast plains of South Ostrobothnia, Finland, Mölinä™ is a testament to craftsmanship, innovation, and the beauty of tranquility. Inspired
by the serene landscapes that shaped our journey, we create acoustic products where form and function exist in harmony.
We believe design is never static—there is always room to refine, evolve, and
push boundaries. Driven by this philosophy, we are dedicated to crafting the
most beautiful acoustic products worldwide.
Roosa Ryhänen
Roosa Ryhänen is a Helsinki-based designer whose work blends industrial and product design, creating objects that exist at the intersection of function and art. Ryhänen favors local production and material sourcing, using Finnish birch and supporting local artisans to minimize environmental impact.
Ryhänen’s mindset in design production is centered on made-to-order, minimizing waste by producing only what is needed and reducing excess inventory. Her work aims to create timeless, collectible designs that not only serve a functional purpose but also challenge conventional design.
Suomen Käsityön Ystävät
Timeless design since 1879
The Friends of Finnish Handicraft was founded in 1879 by the painter Fanny Churberg. The aim was to collect vernacular textiles, apply their designs to new uses and revive forgotten textile traditions.
The company produces high quality textiles designed by professional designers. Our core product is the rya rug. In addition, a customer can also order unique, custom made textiles.
Rya rugs are made to last. High quality natural materials are combined with the best handicraft skills available. The ryas are made by skilled weavers all around Finland. The rya rug is a way of preserving our culture representing the best of our national cultural heritage.
Tapettitehdas Pihlgren ja Ritola
Finnish wallpaper manufacturer Pihlgren & Ritola has been making wallpaper using traditional printing technique for over 90 years. Our factory has been in continuous operation since 1930 and our wallpaper is still printed using the same surface-printing method as in the early days. Current Pihlgren & Ritola collection includes unique designer wallpapers, treasures from our archives, and new trendy designs and colourways. Pihlgren & Ritola wallpapers are always printed with ecological, hand-mixed inks on genuine paper.
VM Carpet
VM Carpet, a Finnish family-owned company, has been creating premium-quality carpets since 1973. Deeply inspired by the beauty of Nordic forests, we incorporate natural materials like paper yarn into our designs. Made from wood fibers, paper yarn is an eco-friendly, durable material that captures the essence of the forest while offering exceptional functionality. We make each rug by tailoring it to the right shape and size, to fit the space, and, above all to please the user of the rug.
Ville Auvinen and Aino Michelsen
Ville Auvinen and Aino Michelsen are Helsinki-based furniture designers. Since 2023, they have worked together, exploring the possibilities of domestic red clay using the extrusion technique in furniture scale. In their project, they navigate the intersection of design and art, examining the boundaries between functionality and artistic expression.