The Foundations of Scandinavian Modernism
A look at how craft, social reform, and human-centered thinking shaped the foundations of modern Scandinavian design.
February 16, 2026
A look at how craft, social reform, and human-centered thinking shaped the foundations of modern Scandinavian design.
Certain words often spring to mind when thinking of modern Scandinavian design: words like simple, clean and functional.
Understood in this way, the style has always shared many characteristics with the broader modernist tradition.
FDB furniture was born to ensure that anyone could have access to good quality furniture, not only the wealthiest.
