The Art of Design Issue 64 2023 | Page 108

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AWARD WINNING LIGHTING COLLECTION BY QUU DESIGN - A BEAUTIFUL UNION OF DELICATE GLASS AND SOLID WOOD

Heli was chosen out of thousands Nordic Women entrepreneurs as a winner of the SHE ’ S NEXT NORDIC BY VISA competition .
Heli won 10 000 € and a year coaching membership from IFundWomen to support the growth of QUU Design .
The lights are available in a multitude of colour , material and design combinations .
The Harmony -collection consists of neutral shades and is designed to give your home inner peace and a sense of harmony . The timeless design introduces a touch of Nordic nature and elegance to your space .
HANDCRAFTED LIGHTING COLLECTION FROM FINLAND
QUU lighting collection combines harmonious timeless Scandinavian design with the elegant beauty of the northern nature . Each light fixture is unique and handcrafted in cooperation with Finnish small business owners . The inspiration for the design came from the northern sky - from the moon and planets .
Responsibility and sustainability guides QUU Design ´ s operations and take production methods forward - from the product idea to the final product .
Each QUU light is unique and handmade by skilled craftsmen in Finland . The wooden parts of lights are handmade from FSC-certified ash wood . The unique glass spheres get their shape by mouth blowing from recycled glass at a family business in Finland . The products are finished in Finland by a local painter and electrician .
SHE ’ S NEXT NORDIC BY VISA QUU Design brand is created by designer and interior architect Heli Mäkiranta .
The Bloom -collection is all about soft pastel hues and prompting your creativity with just one look . The tones are handpicked to invigorate your senses and to bring soft cheerful energy to your home .
QUU Play is a custom tool for creating your own QUU design for life . Mix and match colours , sizes and dimensions for a look custom-made for your space .
“ We believe in quality and responsible choices . For us , this means choosing sustainable and high-quality materials , transparent production processes , maintaining the art of craftsmanship and supporting small businesses . QUU Design ´ s mission is to create future classics - easily recognizable high-quality design lighting that become looked-after valuables that run in the family .” Says Heli Mäkiranta founder of QUU Design .
All QUU Design lights are available from www . quudesign . com and can be shipped to worldwide .