The exhibiting brands at The Building are String Furniture, Gemla, Grythyttan Stålmöbler, Källemo, ateljé Lyktan, Made by Choice and HAHA studio – brands that together embody the craftsmanship, innovation, and essence of contemporary Nordic design.
Each brand curates its own exhibition in the historic building, collectively forming a layered and dynamic exhibition space spanning three floors that celebrates the diversity, heritage and creative dialogue shaping design today.
String Furniture
New launches from String Furniture are shown across several collections. The String® System and String® Pocket are introduced in a new Dark Oak/Dark Brown finish. The Pira system is expanded with a sliding-door display cabinet designed by Björn Dahlström and Anna von Schewen, while selected pieces from the Museum Collection by TAF Studio, such as a pedestal and a trolley, are also presented.
Grythyttan Stålmöbler
Grythyttan Stålmöbler presents new releases for 2026, led by Bovik, a new outdoor furniture range based on the brand’s classic spring steel frame from the 1930s, combined with a slimmer teak profile. Also shown is High Tech with a new tabletop colour, Charcoal, as well as new additions to the Libelle series, designed by Andreas Engesvik, including a larger table and a backless bench.
Gemla
Gemla showcases furniture crafted in its Swedish carpentry, including COLLAGE by Front, BIO Lounge Chair by David Eriksson, STAM side tables by Sami Kallio and ZINC bar chair by Mathieu Gustafsson. New introductions such as GOURMET Soft Back by Studio Stockholm, STAM Coffee Table Small by Sami Kallio and ROTUNDA Wooden Seat by Jack Ränge highlight Gemla’s expertise in steam-bent solid wood. Additionally, Ung Svensk Form winner Javier Masa presents his product VIDE in the exhibition.
Källemo
Källemo introduces The Perforated Furniture Series, designed by Folkform. It comprises three models: a book cradle, a wall-mounted shelf, and a freestanding floor shelf. Källemo and Folkform share a commitment to long-term values in form, material, and production. A collaboration that has grown out of a mutual interest in how industrial methods can be combined with a clear artistic intention. Also shown is furniture designed by Källemos other prominent designers, such as Gunnar Asplund, John Kandell, Anna Kraitz, and Mats Theselius, all in new executions created specifically for the exhibition. The exhibition is conceptualized by artist and architect Michel Bussien.
ateljé Lyktan
ateljé Lyktan presents Mela, a new luminaire designed by Matti Klenell, originally created for Nationalmuseum in Stockholm. The piece builds on ateljé Lyktan’s nearly century-long archive of Swedish lighting design, combining historical references with contemporary functionality. Mela explores how light interacts with space and materials, translating Klenell’s architectural approach into a versatile luminaire suitable for both private and public interiors.
HAHA studio
Stockholm-based lighting brand HAHA studio presents a new collection of pendant, table and wall lamps, all designed and produced in Sweden. New releases include Solen, a pendant lamp in CNC-milled raw aluminium with a sunray-patterned surface, alongside the sculptural Donut and Grid table lamps. Designed by founder Arash Eskafi – and Oliver Edgren, the collection reflects HAHA studio’s focus on small-scale, local and sustainable production.
Made by Choice
From an artist’s draft to a crafted masterpiece.
Made by Choice presents furniture sprung from a number of international collaborations, including the Kolho Collection with Matthew Day Jackson, Lieksa with Snarkitecture, Goma by Thomas Sandell and Wiurila by Bernadotte & Kylberg. The presentation reflects the brand’s emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, local production and long-term use.
Emerging Designers
In addition to the participating brands, The Building also highlights emerging designers in Stockholm through a curated selection of works in glass, textiles, lighting, and furniture – representing the next generation of design voices. The designers are:
David Ivarsson
Truls Goldschmidt
Gabriela Stenclova
Emilie Palle Holm
Malin Pierre
Simon Skinner
Nils Askhagen
The exhibition will not only serve as a destination for press and professionals, but will also open its doors to the public, inviting design enthusiasts to experience the creativity, craftsmanship, and stories behind the participating brands and their products.
The exhibitions at The Building will be open to visitors from February 3–5, 10:00 am – 06:00 pm.
For further information, images or interview requests, please contact:
Grand Relations – Julia Hallberg | julia@grandrelations.com | +46 76 233 21 58
About String Furniture
String Furniture is a leading Swedish design company known for creating and producing modern classics. Among its iconic furniture brands is String®, one of the most beloved design classics of the 20th century. Designed by Kajsa and Nisse Strinning in 1949, its elegant simplicity and ingenious construction remain as relevant today as when it first debuted.
About Gemla
Gemla is a unique furniture carpentry. In their Swedish factory, steamed solid wood is shaped by hand into modern, beautiful products. Gemla collaborate with selected designers to develop beautiful products for the most attractive international spaces where people meet and enjoy time together. Already during product development, Gemla put great emphasis on durable construction, comfort and handcrafted details. All products by Gemla are carefully crafted by hand from natural materials.
About Grythyttan Stålmöbler
Grythyttan Stålmöbler has a long tradition of creating outdoor furniture that combines quality, design and sustainability. The range is carefully designed to create inviting environments under the open sky – everything from timeless classics to modern designs from prominent Nordic designers. With a passion for craftsmanship and a pursuit of perfection, Grythyttan offers furniture that can be appreciated and used for generations.
About Källemo
The furniture manufacturer Källemo was founded in 1973 by Sven Lundh and is today owned and operated by his daughter Karin Lundh and grandson Adam Kübar. The company’s collection is aimed at architects and retailers who share Källemo’s view of quality and long-term sustainability. The furniture is intended for all social spaces in both public and private environments.
About ateljé Lyktan
At the end of the vast flat lands of southern Sweden, at the edge of the Baltic Sea, lies the small town of Åhus. This is the setting for ateljé Lyktan, a lighting manufacturer with an 91-year long history and an archive of lights that have defined Swedish design over the last century.
About Made by Choice
Made by Choice is a design brand from Finland with a vision focused on collective creation and the promotion of sustainable Nordic values. Made by Choice creates timeless, contemporary and sustainable everyday objects that can be handed down across generations. Made by Choice works with only the best designers and artists from across the globe using the finest materials to create a new Nordic design language.
About HAHA studio
HAHA studio is a Stockholm based lighting brand founded in 2016. Focusing on refining the craft of lighting design through small-scale and sustainable production methods. HAHA studio are proud to say that 100% of their production takes place in Sweden. Most of it happens just one hour from their Stockholm studio, allowing them to work closely with their production partners. This proximity ensures both the highest quality standards and a truly sustainable way of manufacturing.