After traveling around the world for several years, Viveka Uusivirta opened Casuarina in 1998 with a view toward bringing “objects and inspiration from my travels, mixing East and West, ethnic and modern, old and new.” Pieces from Asia and Paris antiques fairs mingle with upholstered pieces from Gervasoni and lighting from Ay Illuminate. Come take a look.
Above: The entrance to the shop, located in the heart of Helsinki.
Above: An indigo overdyed Lounge Chair by Diesel for Moroso anchors a corner of the showroom.
Above: A Gray 26 upholstered fabric easy chair with removable cover, designed by Paola Navone for Gervasoni.
Above: Among the offerings: Ay Illuminate Lighting and a Nebula 9 Sofa from Moroso.
Above: Vintage cupboards mingle well with the more modern offerings.
Above: A rustic still life.
Above: Designed by Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen in 1962, an OGK Safari Cot. (In the US, it’s available via Goods We Love.)
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