Grado Chair 2542 After Cizeta

Mikko Laakkonen

Mikko Laakkonen is a Finnish designer born in 1974 in Espoo. Initially, he was educated as a lutnik, and then studied furniture design at Kymemenlaakso Polytechnic and at the University of Art and Design at Helsinki. In 2004, he founded his own studio in Helsinki, focusing on the design of everyday products. His works combine functionality with minimalism and were presented at many international exhibitions, including in Milan, Helsinki and Tokyo. Laakkonen collaborated with reputable brands such as Marimekko, Inno, isko, Martel, Bos, Casamania, Covo and Offecct. He is a laureate of numerous awards, including Red Dot Design Award (2012), Good Design Award (2010) and the title of Young Designer of the Year (2009). Its best known project is the Latva hanger, reminiscent of a tree that can perform both a usable and decorative function.