Two designers, two perspectives on design – united by their shared values of quality, timelessness, and individual aesthetics. At the »Apres*Nord« shop, Nordic interior design meets avant-garde fashion – minimalist, playful, and surprisingly harmonious.

Fasada Studio: Fashion with Character and Charm

Croatian designer Patricia Sladić creates fashion for those who value individuality at the Zagreb studio of her label »Fasada Studio«. Her style: playful, bold, full of detail – and deliberately removed from the fast-paced trends of the fashion industry. Each piece is produced in small series and handcrafted by a dedicated team. Her slow fashion philosophy combines artistic ambition with a commitment to sustainability – clothing that not only looks good but is also thoughtfully made.

Apres*Nord: Scandinavian Design with History and a Future

The shop »Apres*Nord« is the new design hotspot run by Susanna Ahvonen, an architect from Helsinki with a focus on Scandinavian interior culture. Here, she curates a personal selection of Finnish design – from pre-loved fashion classics by »Marimekko« to iconic second-cycle pieces from »Arabia« and »Iittala«. The common thread: quality that lasts for generations, timeless design, and cosiness through simplicity. During Design in the City, »Apres*Nord« becomes a stage for an inspiring encounter between two design approaches – Nordic clarity meets creative fashion poetry.

Meet the Designer

As part of the design tours »Kick-off Tour (German)« (10 May 2025, from 12.30) and »Culture Fusion« (16 May 2025, from 16.00), Patricia Sladić will be present at the »Apres*Nord« shop by Susanna Ahvonen. Take the opportunity to meet the Croatian designer from Fasada Studio in person.