The 1980s brought a revolution in design, leaving behind rigid functionality in favor of playful forms, vibrant hues, and daring aesthetics. We’ve curated a selection of products born in the 80s or inspired by its rebellious postmodern spirit – take a look!

Studio Kukkapuro, based in Yrjö Kukkapuro’s atelier home, took on a unique project when the Swedish company Hem reached out with a proposal: to reissue the Experiment chair, an iconic symbol of postmodern design. Isa Kukkapuro-Enbom shares insights with Design Stories on updating the classic.