Muotoilun vuosi 2005Design Year 2005SponsorsFinnish Design Year 2005 and Corporate cooperation
The main partners and associates that were sought for Finnish Design Year 2005
were mostly firms and companies providing products and services that are
not conventionally associated with design. Through the example of these
partners, we wish to underline the fact that, though seemingly
inconspicuous, design is a necessary aspect of the operations and
competitiveness of all enterprises.Design is present in ATM cards, door pulls, steel girders, sheet fabrics, compasses, papermaking machinery, television studios, street furniture and serviettes alike. It plays a central role in creating a human and functioning environment. Regardless of size, sector or brand, all firms and companies rely on design in their business, either explicitly or implicitly.
The chief partners of Finnish Design Year 2005 are MTV3, JCDecaux, Kauppalehti, Helsingin Sanomat, the Okobank Real Estate Centre, Ruukki and the YIT Group. Our associates at the sponsorship level are Finlayson and Nokia. Partners in the field of products and services are Fennia, Metso, Suunto and Iittala.
Finnish Design Year 2005 will provide our corporate and media partners with a unique opportunity to establish networks throughout the design sector. During the theme year, we will realize specially designated projects with each of our partners. The progress of these projects can be followed on the Finnish Design Year 2005 webpages.
We extend our warmest thanks to all our partners and associates for their contribution in making this theme year possible.