Sweden

Note Design Studio, a Stockholm-based collective, has gained international acclaim for its imaginative approach to Scandinavian design, blending Swedish heritage with bold experimentation. Founded in 2008 by a group of designers with diverse backgrounds in architecture, interior, and product design, Note draws deeply from Sweden’s design principles, yet consistently pushes beyond them, integrating influences from art, fashion, and global design trends.

Rooted in the Scandinavian ethos of simplicity and craftsmanship, Note’s work embodies a profound respect for materials, form, and color, but with a fresh twist. Sweden’s rich design history—focused on clean lines, natural elements, and functional beauty—is evident in their projects. However, Note amplifies this tradition by embracing daring color palettes, unexpected textures, and sculptural shapes that infuse their designs with an emotional quality. Their work is inspired by Sweden’s connection to nature, incorporating soft, organic forms and warm tones that evoke the country’s forests, coastlines, and changing seasons.

As Stockholm natives, Note’s team draws from the city’s unique blend of traditional and contemporary influences. Swedish design’s value for accessibility and comfort shines through in their work, yet their designs often venture into playful and artistic realms, challenging conventions. Whether creating furniture, lighting, or interiors, Note prioritizes storytelling in each project, crafting pieces that evoke both a sensory experience and a narrative connection to space and place.

Note Design Studio has earned an impressive international presence, with features in leading publications like Dezeen, ArchDaily, and Architectural Digest, and their projects showcased in prestigious exhibitions worldwide. Their work is seen in homes, workplaces, and hospitality settings, where each piece adds a sense of vibrancy and artistry. For Note, Swedish design is not a limitation but a starting point, a base from which they explore new ideas that continue to shape and redefine Scandinavian aesthetics for a global audience. Their commitment to craftsmanship, material integrity, and expressive design has positioned them as a major force in contemporary Scandinavian design.