Monday, August 1, 2011

World Design Capital, 2012


These banners are hung throughout the city.


 The International Council of Societies of Industrial Design announced, that the appointment of World Design Capital 2012 has been conferred to the City of Helsinki.  Design is an effective tool for social, cultural and economic development. 

Kemp Galleria, Helsinki






 Helsinki Design includes well-known global brands, such as Nokia, Kone and Marimekko, popular events, like the annual Helsinki Design Week, outstanding education and research institutions, such as the University of Art and Design Helsinki, and exemplary architects and designers such as Eliel Saarinen and Alvar Aalto.




marimekko
 

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