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    <description>Let the best interior design ideas surprise you and transform your home. Explore our tips for decorating children's rooms, living rooms, and bedrooms. Find something new and inspiring!</description>
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      <title>7 rental decorating tips to make your home feel like yours—the lighting idea that transforms almost any room</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A rental apartment can feel temporary, as if it isn’t quite yours. Helsinki-based interior architect Emilia Lonka shares small, easy ways to tailor a rental home to your taste.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:10:24 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>“What secret are you hiding in here?” the carpenter joked about my storage plans</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I have always been fascinated by the nooks and crannies that give homes their character, and by clever ways of putting them to use. Here’s what I’ve learned in my own homes, writes managing editor Miia Kauhanen.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:02:21 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>10 smart storage ideas that create more space in a small home</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Clever hidden spots, roomy cabinetry, and smart hacks. When space is tight, storage requires especially thoughtful planning. Take inspiration from these Finnish homes!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:35:33 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>10 ways to bring nature into your home—the Finnish way</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Create a home that feels closer to nature with 10 practical tips inspired by the Finnish way of living with the outdoors—from framing natural views to choosing materials and colors that echo the landscape.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:56:47 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Why biophilic design works—and what we can learn from Finnish homes</title>
      <description><![CDATA[How can your home support your well-being? Biophilic design reflects a way of thinking that comes naturally to many Finns—creating calm, restorative spaces through a closer connection with nature. Since our need for nature is deeply rooted, one answer is simple: bring more of it indoors.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:45:34 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>My secret love affair with floral sheets goes public at the cottage</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I’ve been hiding my secret affair for years. Sometimes I’ve tucked it away in the closet, sometimes under bedspreads. At times, my bed has been pure white—my conscience along with it. In the end, though, I always gave in, writes editor-in-chief Jenny Brandt.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:30:08 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Small details, big charm—steal these decorating ideas from Finnish summer cottages</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Finnish summer cottages are full of simple, personal decorating ideas—from painted furniture and vintage finds to clever storage and handmade details. Take inspiration from these relaxed retreats and bring a little Nordic charm into your own home.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:30:08 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>“We knew we were buying a moldy house”—see how Tina and Juha restored their protected Loviisa gatehouse</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A willingness to leap in and a fearless approach to work have carried Tina and Juha into one adventure after another. With their Loviisa gatehouse finished, they are already restoring a city home in Italy and renovating a ruined church in southern France.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:30:08 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>10 imaginative kids’ bed ideas, from a treehouse to a pirate ship and a plywood-paneled nook</title>
      <description><![CDATA[When it comes to kids’ beds, imagination is the only limit. A child’s hobby or favorite interest can spark the idea, and even ready-made furniture can be customized to feel one of a kind. Browse these dreamy designs, where sweet dreams are all but guaranteed!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Goodbye, yellowed pine and overgrown yard: Finnish couple’s 1970s lakeside cabin makeover</title>
      <description><![CDATA[On Lake Vesijärvi, Kirsi and Jukka gave a 1970s lakeside cabin a bright new life: “The floor plan has been completely reworked, and the light colors make the space feel larger”]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:23:13 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>The Finnish way to decorate? Start with the mug you use every morning</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Invest in an everyday mug and choose the things you touch every day with care, writes our managing editor Anu Karttunen as she shares 11 tried-and-true decorating lessons.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 11:08:06 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>12 stylish wall-plate display ideas—from vintage Arabia to flea market finds</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Annual plates from Finnish brand Arabia, alongside various collectibles and ceramic flower plaques—some collect decorative plates on purpose, others end up with them through inheritance. We looked to real Finnish homes for smart ways to hang and display them.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:32:18 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Tiny cabin, clever living: 8 space-saving decor ideas from Finnish cottages</title>
      <description><![CDATA[In Finland, summer homes tend to be modest rather than luxurious. These small cabins are made comfortable and efficient by favoring multifunctional pieces and limiting clutter—or hiding it cleverly.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:03:17 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Unsure about Ultima Thule? Set a fresh table with this textured-glass classic</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Kotona’s interiors editor Natalia Rehbinder set the table with the iconic—and now very on-trend—Ultima Thule series designed by Tapio Wirkkala. “Tableware brings more joy at the table than in the cupboard.”]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>From concrete cube to color: Jenni and Milla’s loft makeover—“From ceiling to floor, it was nothing but gray and bleak”</title>
      <description><![CDATA[When Jenni Pehkonen and Milla Sandt stepped into their new loft apartment, all that was finished was raw concrete. The couple egged each other on to make bold color choices and avoid anything conventional.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:34:09 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Beyond neutrals: 9 standout color ideas from last year’s home tours</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Nordic homes have a reputation: light wood, soft whites, a calm wash of beige. But bold color is having a moment in Finnish homes—get inspired by these high-impact ideas!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:05:44 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>A black sauna? See 10 modern sauna ideas from Finnish homes and cabins</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A black sauna might sound bold, but it doesn’t need to feel gloomy. Dark tones create a cocoon-like calm. See ten striking saunas where pale wood, tile, and nature soften the look!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:32:57 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>“The end result looks more original than the original”: Maria revives a 1970s fireplace with moss‑green tile</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The living room became a mossy cave and the fireplace got a dramatic makeover when interior designer Maria Friström bought her 1970s duplex. “I never start from the idea that something old is bad.”]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:20:29 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Worn by toddlers, teens and grandmas—why Marimekko prints are everyday staples and a national treasure in Finland</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Unikko, Tasaraita, Kaivo, Puketti... Experiences of Marimekko prints cut across generations. The prints also spark strong feelings.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:24:09 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Got old Marimekko fabric lying around? It could be a treasure—see 5 collector favorites</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Some Marimekko prints never fade from memory. Customers often come looking for patterns they remember from childhood, says Taina Vuorela of Helsinki-based secondhand shop Muija. At the end of the story, she reveals which vintage prints are the most coveted.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:31:04 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Show off your thrifted treasures: 17 smart ways to display bowls and cups</title>
      <description><![CDATA[When dozens of blown-glass cups, glass vases, Moomin mugs, or tin canisters start gathering at home, where could you put them on beautiful display? We picked our favorite ideas from Finnish homes with a collector’s spirit.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:58:42 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Everyday beauty, the Finnish way: 15 serene and organized laundry spaces</title>
      <description><![CDATA[A laundry station can fit into a kitchen or bathroom corner, too. Steal the best ideas for beautiful utility spaces from real Finnish homes!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:26:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Annika built a shoe shelf her family of six will actually use—even size-48 rubber boots fit</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Tired of entryway chaos, the Finnish mother of four built a clever shoe shelf for her family. The finishing touch in the refreshed entryway is a painting on contractor’s paper.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:12 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>How the Mariskooli bowl became a phenomenon—and why collectors covet three colors</title>
      <description><![CDATA[The origins of the Mariskooli are partly shrouded in mystery. That hasn’t stopped the bowl from becoming one of Finland’s most popular glass objects. Rare colors also carry monetary value.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:11:12 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[When it comes to Christmas decorations, more is often more. Add pieces little by little until your home wakes up on Christmas Eve morning in full splendor. Start setting the mood by lighting a candle.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[Handmade textiles and the treasures crafted by earlier generations are beautiful to behold—and they warm in many delightful ways.]]></description>
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