Sanna Liimatainen

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Sanna Liimatainen

About Sanna Liimatainen

I have worked as a photographer for over 20 years. I have designed and built single-family houses since year 2000. Feng shui and 60' and 70's design are close to my heart. To be a bit crazy suits me. One and a half years ago I decided to try my talents as a designer. My grandmother used to say: "A good man gives from his little but an evil man doesn’t give from his plenty”. So I try to remember to be a good man. Environment and responsibility are important to me.

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Interview with Sanna Liimatainen

Could you please tell us more about your art and design background? What made you become an artist/designer? Have you always wanted to be a designer?
As a child I wanted to be the first female president in Finland. But I ended up to be a press photographer, combination of artist and desire to influence. After 20 years in I know press writes what sells, journalism has lost the battle for money. So now I try to save the world by designing :)
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
Finishfire was born in 3.3.2016. Finishfire is = Sanna. I work like crazy and I hope to get this company to fly.
When do you feel the most creative?
Ideas come often at night and then I have to get up and draw them. Also driving a car is a creative moment.
What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
Happy. I'm doing something nice with my kids because they've been hit by a mother who works all the time
What makes a design successful?
Attention, man is a herd of animals and wants to copy what other people like. A lot of good is lost when they don't get attention. And a lot of stupidity has been sold with attention.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Do not sell the product without knowing WHO manufactures it. If there is not a law requiring to tell the factory of the manufacture instead of just country (made in China) a landfill can not be located.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
I meet a lot of people and everyone gives inspiration. Now I'm excited about the solar panels. I met one engineer from Naps company.
Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
I question everything. All must be checked by yourself. "Do not eat on the other plate." No censorship inside your own head.
How would you describe your design style? What made you explore more this style and what are the main characteristics of your style? What's your approach to design?
I have developed two total new products. I wonder why no one else haven't done this before my. Or someone has but it did not get any attention. My style is anarchist :)
Where do you live? Do you feel the cultural heritage of your country affects your designs? What are the pros and cons during designing as a result of living in your country?
I live in a house I have built in Finland. From the window I look into the forest. My daughter walks to school independently. I hope that all could feel as safe as I do at home.
How do you work with companies?
The customer is always right. So they get what they order. When I work for myself I get the freedom.
Can you talk a little about your design process?
A lot of line drawings, sleepless nights, then experiment first on a computer and then by building
What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?
Two lamps from Innolux. handmade carpet, self-designed and built-in mezzanine for my daughter, old armchair
Can you describe a day in your life?
8 wake up the kids 9 open the computer 10 drive to the studio 11 drive to the destination 12-15 take photos 16 home and grocery shopping 18 Driving kids to practice 19 evening balls 20 -2 start working
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
Do something you like a lot. When your heart is involved it becomes good. Remember to laugh!
From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?
Positives. Enthusiasm towards my work. Negatives. when you always have to think about money
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
I would like to close the phone sometimes but as an entrepreneur I can not. Meaning difficult.
Who are some of your clients?
Well, I still don't design for others. Pictures I take for many magazines and companies.

Extended Interview with Sanna Liimatainen

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
As a child I wanted to be the first female president in Finland. But I ended up to be a press photographer, combination of artist and desire to influence. After 20 years in I know press writes what sells, journalism has lost the battle for money. So now I try to save the world by designing :)
How did you become a designer?
I get pleasure when I build and develop something. Making is important part to me.
What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
One and a half years ago I decided to try my talents as a designer. But I've made plans, inventions for long.
Which emotions do you feel when designing?
Now I'm interested in acoustics and solar panels and always in the background is security. Lots of new ideas. Even one new invention that I can not reveal.
How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
I think for myself and I do not care what other people think of me. I want to solve problems, it's like a mathematical equation.
Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?
I have worked as a photographer for over 20 years. But if I would start studying now I would like to be an architect.

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