"I sometimes say that I'm not interested in form, but that's not entirely true. What I mean is simply that the emotional resonance, the poetic essence behind each project, is what matters most. When that poetic essence is set, I then focus on the shape, colour, and detail."
Monica grew up close to the Arctic circle in the very north of Sweden. Today, she is one of the top names in Scandinavian design, and an awarded creator of some of the most internationally renowned objects and future’s classic designs.
Monica grew up close to the Arctic circle in the very north of Sweden. Today, she is one of the top names in Scandinavian design, and an awarded creator of some of the most internationally renowned objects and future’s classic designs.
Monica grew up close to the Arctic circle in the very north of Sweden. Today, she is one of the top names in Scandinavian design, and an awarded creator of some of the most internationally renowned objects and future’s classic designs.
Monica grew up close to the Arctic circle in the very north of Sweden. Today, she is one of the top names in Scandinavian design, and an awarded creator of some of the most internationally renowned objects and future’s classic designs.
She has been named "Designer of the Year" five times in Sweden and was recently awarded "AW Designer of the Year 2023" by AW Architektur & Wohnen, one of Europe's most prestigious design awards.
She has been named "Designer of the Year" five times in Sweden and was recently awarded "AW Designer of the Year 2023" by AW Architektur & Wohnen, one of Europe's most prestigious design awards.
Her work has been recognized with several Swedish and international awards such as the "Bruno Mathsson prize 2021" which resulted in a critically acclaimed exhibition at Vandalorum in Värnamo, Sweden.
Her work has been recognized with several Swedish and international awards such as the "Bruno Mathsson prize 2021" which resulted in a critically acclaimed exhibition at Vandalorum in Värnamo, Sweden.
Monica is the founder and creative director of Monica Förster Design Studio, based in Stockholm, where she and her team works on an international level with companies such as Alessi, Artifort, Bernhardt, De Padova, Fredericia, Georg Jensen, Offecct, Orrefors, Poltrona Frau, Rörstrand, Svenskt Tenn, Tacchini, Tecno and Zanat.
Monica is the founder and creative director of Monica Förster Design Studio, based in Stockholm, where she and her team works on an international level with companies such as Alessi, Artifort, Bernhardt, De Padova, Fredericia, Georg Jensen, Offecct, Orrefors, Poltrona Frau, Rörstrand, Svenskt Tenn, Tacchini, Tecno and Zanat.
Monica is the founder and creative director of Monica Förster Design Studio, based in Stockholm, where she and her team works on an international level with companies such as Alessi, Artifort, Bernhardt, De Padova, Fredericia, Georg Jensen, Offecct, Orrefors, Poltrona Frau, Rörstrand, Svenskt Tenn, Tacchini, Tecno and Zanat.
Monica is the founder and creative director of Monica Förster Design Studio, based in Stockholm, where she and her team works on an international level with companies such as Alessi, Artifort, Bernhardt, De Padova, Fredericia, Georg Jensen, Offecct, Orrefors, Poltrona Frau, Rörstrand, Svenskt Tenn, Tacchini, Tecno and Zanat.
Since 2015, she also works as a creative advisor for a number of companies in the design industry. She has been involved in launching the recognized Bosnian design brand Zanat, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Together with the Zanat team she strives to strengthen the brand on an international market, working with the vision, and initiating new collaborations.
Since 2015, she also works as a creative advisor for a number of companies in the design industry. She has been involved in launching the recognized Bosnian design brand Zanat, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Together with the Zanat team she strives to strengthen the brand on an international market, working with the vision, and initiating new collaborations.
Since 2015, she also works as a creative advisor for a number of companies in the design industry. She has been involved in launching the recognized Bosnian design brand Zanat, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Together with the Zanat team she strives to strengthen the brand on an international market, working with the vision, and initiating new collaborations.
Since 2015, she also works as a creative advisor for a number of companies in the design industry. She has been involved in launching the recognized Bosnian design brand Zanat, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Together with the Zanat team she strives to strengthen the brand on an international market, working with the vision, and initiating new collaborations.
Her work has been exhibited all over the world in museums and institutions such as MoMA NY and VA Museum, London. Monica Förster Design Studio is also represented in the permanent collection at the National Museum in Sweden and Nasjonalmuseet in Norway with multiple pieces of furniture and objects.
Her work has been exhibited all over the world in museums and institutions such as MoMA NY and VA Museum, London. Monica Förster Design Studio is also represented in the permanent collection at the National Museum in Sweden and Nasjonalmuseet in Norway with multiple pieces of furniture and objects.
"I sometimes say that I'm not interested in form, but that's not entirely true. What I mean is simply that the emotional resonance, the poetic essence behind each project, is what matters most. When that poetic essence is set, I then focus on the shape, colour, and detail."
Monica grew up close to the Arctic circle in the very north of Sweden. Today, she is one of the top names in Scandinavian design, and an awarded creator of some of the most internationally renowned objects and future’s classic designs.
Monica grew up close to the Arctic circle in the very north of Sweden. Today, she is one of the top names in Scandinavian design, and an awarded creator of some of the most internationally renowned objects and future’s classic designs.
She has been named "Designer of the Year" five times in Sweden and was recently awarded "AW Designer of the Year 2023" by AW Architektur & Wohnen, one of Europe's most prestigious design awards.
Her work has been recognized with several Swedish and international awards such as the "Bruno Mathsson prize 2021" which resulted in a critically acclaimed exhibition at Vandalorum in Värnamo, Sweden.
Monica is the founder and creative director of Monica Förster Design Studio, based in Stockholm, where she and her team works on an international level with companies such as Alessi, Artifort, Bernhardt, De Padova, Fredericia, Georg Jensen, Offecct, Orrefors, Poltrona Frau, Rörstrand, Svenskt Tenn, Tacchini, Tecno and Zanat.
Monica is the founder and creative director of Monica Förster Design Studio, based in Stockholm, where she and her team works on an international level with companies such as Alessi, Artifort, Bernhardt, De Padova, Fredericia, Georg Jensen, Offecct, Orrefors, Poltrona Frau, Rörstrand, Svenskt Tenn, Tacchini, Tecno and Zanat.
Since 2015, she also works as a creative advisor for a number of companies in the design industry. She has been involved in launching the recognized Bosnian design brand Zanat, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Together with the Zanat team she strives to strengthen the brand on an international market, working with the vision, and initiating new collaborations.
Since 2015, she also works as a creative advisor for a number of companies in the design industry. She has been involved in launching the recognized Bosnian design brand Zanat, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Together with the Zanat team she strives to strengthen the brand on an international market, working with the vision, and initiating new collaborations.
Her work has been exhibited all over the world in museums and institutions such as MoMA NY and VA Museum, London. Monica Förster Design Studio is also represented in the permanent collection at the National Museum in Sweden and Nasjonalmuseet in Norway with multiple pieces of furniture and objects.
Monica is the founder and creative director of our studio. She enjoys exploring the worlds of different disciplines such as science, poetry, music, food and wine, incorporating it to her design philosophy.
She is always looking to push the boundaries of design, and loves experimenting with new materials and techniques to bring her ideas to life. Her curiosity and drive to innovate are what keep our studio at the cutting edge of design.
Monica believes that a great project starts with a great idea, and she encourages everyone on the team to think big and to always strive for excellence.
Harald has a great passion for cooking and entertaining. He loves bringing people together and draws inspiration from his experiences with them.
His design philosophy is centered around the needs and desires of the human user. He values simplicity and seeks innovative solutions to design challenges, exploring new materials and technologies to create brilliant yet straightforward designs.
Additionally, he is the proud owner of our studio dog, Edward.
Maria Veerasamy has been the CEO of Svenskt Tenn since 2011. The company, which is one of Sweden's most renowned businesses, is owned by the Beijer Foundation and works to preserve a domestic craft tradition.
Under Maria's leadership, the company has experienced significant growth and profitability.
Svenskt Tenn was founded in 1924 by Swedish pioneer Estrid Ericsson. Together with other designers and companies, they have brought Scandinavian design to the world, an inheritance that Maria now manages well by constantly making Svenskt Tenn relevant to the present time.
Johan Ronnestam is considered one of Scandinavia's leaders in creative and conceptual thinking about future branding, retail, and communication.
With a background as a former professional snowboarder and a passionate surfer today, Ronnestam has developed global communication and strategies for brands such as Nike, Adidas, Svenskt Tenn, BMW, Omega, H&M, IKEA, Volvo Ocean Race, Absolut Vodka, Procter & Gamble, Baux, and many of Sweden's leading brands.