Helsinki named World Design Capital for 2012

Helsinki will follow Turin, Italy ‘08 and Seoul, Korea ‘10 as a World Design Capital for 2012.
The World Design Capital is a city promotion project celebrating the merits of design to a chosen city every two years.

“This is a magnificent achievement for Helsinki. It is an important recognition for us and our collaborators Espoo, Vantaa, Kauniainen and Lahti, as well as for all the participating organizations and individuals. We have received a unique opportunity and will be taking every advantage of it, for both enjoyment and good for all,” says Helsinki Mayor Jussi Pajunen.

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