Imagining Norden - branding and Nordic reputation
Perceptions of the Nordics abound, from the reputation of the Nordic welfare state to that of interior design. Content on this page seeks to examine the construction and deconstruction of the different 'brands' of the region; why, when, where and how the region, its individual countries, its way of life, what it produces etc are branded. New articles are added regularly.
2019.04.25 | The Quick Read, Inken Dose, Culture, The arts
Danish Cultural Institute
Founded in 1940, the Danish Cultural Institute aims to foster intercultural understanding both at home and abroad, and has branches in seven countries with activities and networks in many more. Financed by the Danish Ministry of Culture, private funds and its own revenue, it focuses on diverse themes.
2019.04.24 | The Quick Read, William C Miller, Architecture & design
Prominent 21st century architecture in Sweden
21st century cultural and civic buildings in Sweden offer both place-based and neo-modernist styles.
2019.04.10 | The Quick Read, William C Miller, Architecture & design
Prominent 21st century architecture in Greenland and the Faroe Islands
Many civic works in Greenland and the Faroe Islands draw upon the respective countries' dramatic, rugged landscapes and sometimes harsh climate for inspiration.
2019.04.10 | Article, William C Miller, Architecture & design
Nordic architecture: a continuing modernism, post-war to 2000
Since the Second World War, Nordic architecture has been informed by a dialogue between modernity and tradition and a sustained respect for local environmental and social conditions. This has provided a creative and expressive foundation for architecture throughout the second half of the twentieth century which has proven to be contextually…
2019.04.08 | Biography, Joachim Mickwitz, Pietari Kaapa, Literature
Paavo Haavikko (1931-2008)
The versatile Finnish author Paavo Haavikko is highly regarded for his modernist poetry and his work in many other genres.
2019.04.08 | Biography, Joachim Mickwitz, Pietari Kaapa, Literature
Monika Fagerholm (b. 1961)
Works such as 'Wonderful Women by the Water' established Finnish Monica Fagerholm as a feminist writer.
2019.04.01 | Biography, Bodil Marie Stavning Thomsen, The arts
Lars von Trier (b. 1956)
Danish director Lars von Trier is world-famous for his renewal of film media. Through his work on the ‘Golden hearts trilogy', the ‘Depression triology' and ‘Dogme 95’, he has challenged film genres and narrative conventions. His work with video and digital pre- and post-production and various transmedia forms always carries his signature as an…
2019.03.31 | Biography, Joachim Mickwitz, Pietari Kaapa, The arts
Erik Blomberg (1913-1996)
Finnish cinematographer and film director Erik Blomberg is best known for 'The White Reindeer' (1952).
2019.03.31 | Biography, Joachim Mickwitz, Pietari Kaapa, The arts
Vivica Bandler (1917-2004)
Finnish theatre director Vivica Bandler’s work reflects her innovative and candid directorial style.
2019.03.27 | The Quick Read, William C Miller, Architecture & design
Prominent 21st century architecture in Denmark
Booming Danish 21st century architecture includes harbour swimming pools, housing, civic buildings and event houses, with neo-modernist design playing a significant role.