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Editorial

Editorial

Featuring a selection of interviews, articles, recipes, and snippets of research gathered over the years, our editorial archive explores the topics that inspire and influence our work and daily lives: notions of quality and beauty, craftsmanship, well-being, and our connection to the natural world.

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The simplicity of the Skedblad chair
Design|December 2024
The wooden Skedblad chair is a distinctive and quickly recognisable feature of our cafés and store furnishings. Designed in 1933 by Carl Malmsten, one of the most well-known furniture designers and interior architects in the Nordics, the chair is as simple as can be, consisting of only six pieces, with a soft, oval backrest resembling the bowl of a spoon.
Holiday ginger snaps
Food|December 2024
Prepare for holiday gatherings with traditional ginger snaps. These classic cookies come with a twist, featuring cinnamon, ginger and cardemom, allong with an extra zing of Sichuan pepper and sea salt.
Designing for longevity with Sofia Snöborgs Tüll, ARKET Head of Production & Sustainability
Interviews|December 2024
ARKET’s design philosophy is grounded in a commitment to quality and longevity. Sofia Snöborgs Tüll, our Head of Production & Sustainability, dedicates much of her efforts on improving resource use. Her work includes testing and expanding business models focused on resale, repair, and rental.
Functional beauty and the collaborative craft of making shoes
Interviews|December 2024
Susanna Cognigni is our senior shoes and accessories designer, leading the design of our women’s footwear and bags since our first collection in 2017. For the past few years, she has been based in Civitanova, a seaside city in the Marche region, where most of our shoes are produced, and near where she was born and raised in a large family of shoemakers.
Moments of presence with Mario Milana
Interviews|December 2024
The works of Mario Milana focus on the interaction between the body, mind, and objects. With this approach, the Milan-based furniture designer attempts to integrate the habit of presence into everyday life, looking to expand the meditative practice beyond an assigned time and place. ‘If you have to interact with something both physically and mentally, then you're present in that moment.’
Wild medicine and the freedom of trusting in nature with Signe Siemsen
Interviews|December 2024
Plants have always been a source of both food and medicine, and the knowledge of how to use them has been passed down through generations. However, for most people today, that link is broken, and nature often represents something we need to approach with care. For Signe Siemsen – an herbalist, doula, and craftswoman living in Stockholm – having a relationship with the wild brings healing and meaning to what it means to be human.
How to care for suede
Care guides|December 2024
Suede is crafted from the underside of leather hides, offering a soft, fuzzy finish. Due to its delicate nature, it is important to properly care for your suede products to extend their lifespan.
Steamed spinach with chives dressing
Food|December 2024
An easy everyday option featuring steamed spinach, goat cheese, Dijon mustard and chive dressing. It's a lighter choice for weekday dinners or serves as an equally fitting side dish.
Saffron almond cookies
Food|December 2024
Prepare for seasonal gatherings with easy-to-bake saffron cookies. These classic treats come with a twist, featuring crunchy almonds and a pinch of sea salt.
Citrus baked fennel and quinoa salad
Food|December 2024
A fresh salad featuring sweet notes of citrus-baked fennel, quinoa and a zing of fresh cheese with dill and chive pesto. To make the salad vegan, simply replace the fresh cheese with your favourite dairy-free alternative.
Sprinkle mix
Food|December 2024
This sprinkle mix offers a creative and decorative way to top salads, sandwiches and other creations. It adds nutty, sweet and sour notes that complement other flavours in a dish. Think of it as a savoury version of a classic sweet sprinkle mix with a lot of character. Use this recipe as a guideline and experiment with your favourite seeds or dried algae. If dried vinegar powder is hard to come by, skip it in the mix and add some lemon juice to your dish to increase acidity.
Tomato and roasted pepper salad
Food|December 2024
A summertime favourite salad starring sweet tomatoes, a hearty hummus base, tahini-flavoured legumes and roasted bell peppers. Try it at home or enjoy it on a casual picnic with family and friends.
Baked shallots
Food|December 2024
Shallots become extra sweet and tender when baked in the oven. Serve them slightly warm in salads, sandwiches and wraps, or add them to soups and stews for some savory umami flavour.
Baked white asparagus
Food|December 2024
One of our favourite side dishes is a simple twist on aspargus featuring a herby blend of thyme and rosemary. It's a soft yet crispy veggie dish, served with lemon vinaigrette on top.
The soy tahini dressing
Food|December 2024
This dressing is a pantry staple at our cafés with its creamy texture, nutty notes and an umami character. Enjoy it with grilled or steamed veggies, or as a topping on salads and sandwiches. Best of all? It only takes a minute to make.
Guide to a perfect sandwich
Food|December 2024
Sandwiches and wraps are the perfect easy-to-serve option when prepping for lunch, brunch or picnic with family and friends.
Cinnamon bun pudding
Food|December 2024
Our classic bread pudding features rebaked buns and vanilla, served with fluffy whipped cream. It's a cinnamon-bursting sweet treat and a clever way to make use of leftovers.
Roasted beats, parmesan and kale
Food|December 2024
A comforting meal featuring hearty beats, kale, parmesan, miso paste, and hazel nuts. It's nice enough on its own, but also a great side on the festive dinner table.
Citrus spritz
Food|December 2024
This spritz is a savoury, non-alcoholic aperitif featuring lemonade, rosemary and orange. Bursting with flavour, it's an ideal refreshment for casual summer get-togethers.
Carrot smoothie
Food|December 2024
An energy-boosting smoothie featuring fennel, tangerine, mint and fresh ginger. Bursting with flavour, it's a refreshing addition to the breakfast table.
Pan-fried pointy cabbage
Food|December 2024
An savory lunch option or side dish featuring pan-fried pointy cabbage, parsley, capers, and lemon. Serve with creamy smetana, and top it off with crunchy almonds.
The hearty soup
Food|December 2024
Hummus doubles as a great soup base, offering a quick way to compose a warming and comforting meal for the colder seasons. Add ingredients according to the season, and finish off with your favorite toppings.
Baked sweet potatoes with apple salsa
Food|December 2024
A lighter vegan option featuring a flavour-bursting mix of herbs, baked sweet potatos and green apple. An ideal dish for weekday dinners or an equally suitable side dish for the brunch table.
Festive matcha dessert
Food|December 2024
A festive dessert featuring creamy mascarpone, apple and pistachio. Served with iced Matcha, it makes an ideal dinner finale for every festive occasion.

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