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Collection by Matthew Keeshin

Best Major on Campus? A Department That Isn’t Afraid to Get Colorful

The University of Lapland in Finland teaches good design with a colorful renovation for the art and design department.

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The red area acts as a lounge and features a variety of seating that includes Kiki benches by Ilmari Tapiovaara and Muuto couches. Stool 60 by Artek surrounds Keel Coffee tables designed by New Works. The woven vinyl flooring throughout each section is by Bolon.
The red area acts as a lounge and features a variety of seating that includes Kiki benches by Ilmari Tapiovaara and Muuto couches. Stool 60 by Artek surrounds Keel Coffee tables designed by New Works. The woven vinyl flooring throughout each section is by Bolon.
In the green area, lounge chairs designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro make for a comfy place to relax or study.
In the green area, lounge chairs designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro make for a comfy place to relax or study.
The yellow area features a cafe with wooden Vitra chairs around tables by .TEBIAN.
The yellow area features a cafe with wooden Vitra chairs around tables by .TEBIAN.
Bar-height furniture invites students and guests to eat as well as work in the blue area. The entire area is connected when viewed from above.
Bar-height furniture invites students and guests to eat as well as work in the blue area. The entire area is connected when viewed from above.