Muuto — Scandinavian design furniture and homeware | The Cool Republic

A new perspective on Scandinavian design

Founded in 2008, the young Danish publishing company Muuto represents the new wave of Scandinavian design.

Founded in 2008, the young Danish publishing company Muuto represents the new wave of Scandinavian design. Their concept: to develop traditional Scandinavian design in a new and original context.

Muuto the "New Perspective" program identifies the best Scandinavian talents and gives them total freedom to express their personal vision of an everyday object. As a result, the simple salt shaker becomes a design object, the stackable bookcase is transformed into a unique piece that adapts to your desires and accompanies your creativity, the wall shelf decorates the office space… The universe of the bookcase subtly Muuto combines a design decoration, pure, sober and a cocooning atmosphere to feel good in your interior. The THE DOTS hooks designed by Lars Tornoe have become iconic with their pastel colours. We love the REST design sofa from the Anderssen & Voll studio, the RESTORE storage basket with its pure lines and… for the whole collection. To rush into the world of Muuto makes you want to rethink your interiors to highlight the natural materials dear to the publisher and to accompany them with white metal, chrome metal or white marble. This hybridization of materials can be found like a red thread throughout the publisher's furniture, from the brand's iconic Scandinavian chair to its family dining table with modular legs (are you more of a wood leg or metal leg?) but also in its range of designer lighting (floor lamps, table lamps, wall lights and many others), right up to the decorative objects that give style to your living spaces.

But the publisher doesn't stop at our interiors by rethinking workspace design with desk accessories that accompany design tables that become desks.

The collection is intended to be heterogeneous, both sharp and innovative but also pleasant and comfortable. Each piece is unique and reveals the universe of its creator, his know-how, his identity for our daily well-being. The new wave of Danish designers seduces us with its design furniture for the home and office, for a designer interior. Muuto The new wave of Danish designers seduces us with its designer furniture for the home and office, for a designer interior. The Danish designer, who translates into Finnish as "new perspective", is the ambassador of Scandinavian designer furniture and especially of a new Danish design scene that advocates simplicity and the heart!

Frequently asked questions

Who is Muuto and what is its philosophy?

Muuto is a Danish brand founded in 2006 in Copenhagen by Peter Bonnén and Kristian Byrge. The name comes from the Finnish word muutos, meaning new perspective. The brand set itself the mission of extending the great tradition of Scandinavian design (Wegner, Jacobsen, Aalto) while giving it a contemporary breath of fresh air. Muuto works exclusively with renowned international designers (Cecilie Manz, Anderssen & Voll, TAF Studio, Mika Tolvanen, Iskos-Berlin) and favours limited editions over a sprawling catalogue. Every piece is designed to last for several decades, with a look that never dates. Production remains largely European (Denmark, Italy, Poland) with strict quality controls. Muuto was acquired in 2017 by Knoll and is today part of the MillerKnoll group, which gives it international stature while preserving its Scandinavian identity. At The Cool Republic, you will find the entire Muuto catalogue with fast delivery in France.

What are Muuto's best-known pieces?

Several Muuto pieces have become iconic within just a few years. The Outline sofa by Anderssen & Voll, launched in 2014, has become a benchmark for the contemporary Scandinavian living room: slender silhouette, high back, meticulous finishes. The Nerd stool (designer David Geckeler), a bent-wood chair available in several heights, furnishes offices and bars all over the world. The Fiber chair (Iskos-Berlin), with its bio-composite shell made from wood fibres, offers exceptional comfort and durability. On the lighting side, the Unfold pendant (in soft silicone) and the Leaf table lamp have become classics. The Linear dining table and its matching bench are among the bestsellers. For decoration, the Framed mirror and the Pull Vase make a strong statement. The Wood Clock by Jens Fager rounds off Scandinavian interiors with a poetic touch. Muuto's strength: a tightly focused catalogue (around 200 active references) with consistent quality and remarkable visual coherence.

How much does Muuto furniture cost?

Muuto positions itself at the upper end of contemporary Scandinavian design. For a Fiber chair, expect to pay between 400 and 600 euros depending on the finish. The Nerd stool sells for between 280 and 380 euros. The 3-seater Outline sofa ranges from 3,500 to 5,500 euros depending on the fabric (from standard textile to premium leather). A 200 cm Linear dining table costs around 2,200-3,500 euros. For lighting, expect 300-500 euros for an Unfold or Cosy pendant, and 400-700 euros for an E27 floor lamp. Decorative pieces (Pull vases, Wood Clock) range from 100 to 350 euros. Overall, you are paying for Knoll quality (perfect mechanics, impeccable finishes, durable materials), signature design and European production. Compared with other high-end Scandinavian brands (HAY, &Tradition, Fritz Hansen), Muuto sits in the same price bracket. Take advantage of the sales (January and July) for discounts of 15-30%, and of end-of-line offers when a product is replaced by a new version.

Why choose Muuto rather than HAY or &Tradition?

The three Danish brands may look similar but each has its own distinct identity. Muuto stands out for its pared-back modernity and conceptual approach: fewer colours, highly considered forms, a search for material innovation (Fiber composite, Unfold silicone). It is the most minimalist of the three. HAY relies more on colour and accessibility (a broader catalogue, slightly lower prices), with a strong presence in everyday life (office, accessories). Its colourful palette is highly distinctive. &Tradition cultivates the Scandinavian heritage with iconic re-editions (Flowerpot by Verner Panton, Bellhop by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby) and a historically more upmarket positioning. In short: Muuto for contemporary minimalism, HAY for colourful optimism, &Tradition for Scandinavian heritage. You can also mix them harmoniously, for example a Muuto Outline sofa, an &Tradition Flowerpot lamp and a HAY coffee table. In fact, it is often the mix that creates the most successful interiors.

Is Muuto an eco-responsible brand?

Muuto has stepped up its sustainability efforts since its acquisition by Knoll in 2017. Several concrete initiatives: largely European production (reducing transport), recycled or bio-based materials on certain pieces (the Fiber chair uses a composite made from post-industrial wood fibres), FSC certification for wood and Oeko-Tex for textiles. Packaging is made from recycled cardboard with no plastic for most products. Muuto also publishes an annual sustainability report and has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. The brand deliberately maintains a tightly focused catalogue (around 200 references) rather than large seasonal volumes, which limits overproduction. That said, international production (notably in Asia for certain fabrics) remains an area for improvement. To minimise your impact, opt for durable, iconic pieces (Fiber, Outline, Linear) that will stay in the catalogue for 10-20 years, rather than seasonal colour editions that are quickly discontinued.