About
Helsinki offers an ideal place to get to know Finnish design and to buy top-class Finnish design products. Located in the centre of Helsinki, the Design District Helsinki is an area full of design and antique shops, fashion stores, museums, art galleries, restaurants and showrooms. Here you can find the most interesting names, classics, trend-setters and so much more.
The Design District Helsinki plays a large role in boosting Helsinki’s reputation as a city of design. It’s a cluster of creative businesses and it’s a neighbourhood association that offers residents and visitors shopping, dining, accommodation and experiences. The Design District comprises over 150 members. In 2025 Design District Helsinki is celebrating its’ 20 year anniversary!
Design District Helsinki is a neighbourhood and a state of mind. It is creativity, uniqueness, experiences, design and Finnish urban culture.
Association Board Members 2025:
President:
- Piia Lehtinen / Arkkitehtuuri- ja designmuseo / piia.lehtinen@admuseo.fi
Board members:
- Sari Alamettälä / asuna
- Nina Jatuli / Jatuli Design
- Amanda Kääriäinen (varapuheenjohtaja) / Vintage Style Events HKI
- Helena Orava / Helena Orava Design Projects
- Anna Tiula / Helsinki Interiors
- Johanna Vainio / Liike