Artek

Artek is a Finnish design company founded in 1935 by Alvar and Aino Aalto, Maire Gullichsen, and Nils-Gustav Hahl. Known for blending modernist principles with natural materials, Artek has become iconic for its timeless furniture, especially the bentwood pieces designed by Alvar Aalto. The company name—short for "art" and "technology"—reflects its mission to merge functional design with artistic expression. Today, Artek continues to produce classic and contemporary pieces that embody simplicity, quality, and Nordic elegance, making it a cornerstone of Scandinavian design.