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Ikea Included: Iconic Scandinavian Designs in the Red Thread

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Ikea Included: Iconic Scandinavian Designs in the Red Thread

December 5, 2017

Browse through the pages of The Red Thread, a compendium of more than 200 objects of Nordic design, and we’re guessing you’ll recognize more designers, manufacturers, and objects than you might imagine: classics from Marimekko, Iittala, and Ikea, and objects such as the Aalto stool, shell chair, and even orange Fiskars scissors, all born out of the Nordic states.

The book’s title nods to each object’s influence on the next, borrowed from a native metaphor that describes “shared and highlighted characteristics that connect themes, ideas, stories, and, in this case, design.” Published earlier this year by Phaidon and written by the authors of Oak, the Nordic Journal, the book features objects both traditional and modern, handmade and mass-produced, many of which have been featured on Remodelista time and again.

Photography from the Red Thread, courtesy of Phaidon.

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Above: Instantly recognizable: the Swan Chair, shown in pale pink, designed by Arne Jacobsen for manufacturer Fritz Hansen.
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Above: The Flowerpot pendant by Verner Panton, shown in mustard yellow.

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Above: Royal Copenhagen blue and white porcelain.

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Above: Slateplate pottery by Gurli Elbaekgaard and High stools designed by Space Copenhagen.
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Above: The original O-Series Fiskars Scissors (an object included in the Remodelista 100 list of the all-time most useful and beautiful household items, as featured in our book), and Tiara dinnerware by Erja Hirvi for Marimekko.
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Above: Ultima Thule glassware from Iittala and Alvar Aalto’s Stool 60 (another object featured in the Remodelista 100).
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Above: The Red Thread: Nordic Design is covered in blue fabric with red stitching; it’s $54.12 on Amazon.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the Red Thread Book?

The Red Thread Book is a comprehensive book on Scandinavian design, including iconic designs from IKEA.

Who wrote the Red Thread Book?

The Red Thread Book is written by Ingrid Sommar, a design journalist and author based in Stockholm, Sweden.

What is the Red Thread in Scandinavian design?

The Red Thread in Scandinavian design refers to the common thread of functionality, simplicity, and elegance in Scandinavian design principles.

Which IKEA designs are featured in the Red Thread Book?

The Red Thread Book includes iconic designs from IKEA such as the Billy bookcase, Klippan sofa, and Stockholm rug.

Is the Red Thread Book available for purchase?

Yes, the Red Thread Book is available for purchase on Amazon and other book retailers.

Does the Red Thread Book only feature IKEA designs?

No, the Red Thread Book features a wide range of iconic Scandinavian designs beyond IKEA.

Is the Red Thread Book only for design enthusiasts?

No, the Red Thread Book is accessible to a wide audience and includes interesting insights and stories about Scandinavian design.

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Arne Jacobsen

Swan Chair

$4,348.00 USD from Design Within Reach
marimekko tiara plate white orange blue
Marimekko

Tiara Plate

$32.40 USD from Scandinavian Design Center

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