Willehardt
Gröhn
My design philosophy: Design has to imrove life. I'm finishing my Master of Arts degree in Industrial Design at the University of Lapland. My minors are Creative technology, Service design and Arts. Currently based in Rovaniemi, Finland.
As cliché as it may sound, the task is to build bridges between innovation and everyday life, as well as between technology and genuine need.
Through my education, I'm primarily a user-centered designer. I strive to create something new and surprising that is both insightful and comprehensible.
While the focus of design may be on a single product, it is always part of a greater whole. This idea is reflected in my work, from the presentation images that aim to tell a broader story to the value choices I make in pursuit of a responsible outcome.
In my studies and as a research assistant I've worked with various themes including calm computing, traditional furniture design, service design, integrated electronics and more. Check out my portfolio!
In addition to design I do photography and all sorts of different projects.
Contact me through my social media or email!

BIO
2022-Present M.A. University of Lapland, Industrial Design
2023-2024 Head of Production, Radio Säteily, Rovaniemi
2020-2023 Research Assistant, University of Lapland, Industrial Design
2019-2022 B.A. University of Lapland, Industrial Design
EXHIBITIONS
2024 Lovi, a playful nighstand (Solo, Rovaniemi)
2023 Industrial Design Showroom (Group, Rovaniemi)
2021 Valoa kohti (Group, Rovaniemi)
2020 Protestilasi (Group, Rovaniemi)
2020 Formula Student (Group, Rovaniemi)
2019 TM25 (Group, Rovaniemi)
RECOGNITIONS
2024 3rd Class Pro Borealis Medal of Merit, LYY
2023 Victory, New materials, New designs! vol.2
2023 Victory, Design Studio, Veken Kaluste & YFD
2023 Victory, Design Studio, Joutsen & YFD
2023 Silver Medal of Merit, TAO ry
2022 Nomination, Arctic Design Student
2019 Scholarship, Guard Jaeger Regiment
2018 Arts Scholarship, Mäkelänrinne High School