Janni Vepsäläinen

Janni Vepsäläinen is a Finnish designer and the current Creative Director of Iittala, a renowned glass manufacturer that has significantly influenced Finnish design history. At 39, she embraces her Finnish roots, which are deeply embedded in the modernist philosophy of meaningful and sustainable design. With a background in the fashion industry, having worked with notable brands such as JW Anderson and Simone Rocha, Vepsäläinen has transitioned into interior design, bringing a multi-disciplinary approach to her work. Her designs aim to evoke feelings of lightness and optimism, while celebrating the dramatic changes of light in Finland through vibrant color palettes.