Ceramic art, tableware, interior design pieces and unique sculptures
Tundra Ceramics Studio is located on the ground floor of the Tundra building. Here Chef and Ceramic Artist Jarmo Pitkänen designs and makes his high-quality studio ceramics, tableware, interior design pieces, and unique statues. As a matter of course, Studio Restaurant Tundra plates, platters, and table decorations are designed and handmade by the Tundra host himself. During the summer months, instead of the restaurant kitchen, the artist’s time is spent downstairs by the kiln.
The modular structure of Tundra pieces means that they are combined of several parts. This allows them to be varied in size, which grants their user freedom of creation at the dinner table.
Tundra artware and unique sculptures are well-suited for large, public spaces as well as for souvenirs or business gifts. A piece from the Tundra selection is a beautiful and lasting way to remember the delicious experience once had in this northern Studio Restaurant.
The two professions of Jarmo Pitkänen set the guidelines for his ceramics studio work. He discovered clay only after he had been working as a cook for several years. This new material made a profound impression on the future designer, who immediately realized that he had found a new direction for his career. Jarmo Pitkänen works at his studio mainly in summer, when instead of the restaurant oven, he heats up the kiln downstairs.
Jarmo Pitkänen has completed a Bachelor’s Degree in ceramic design at the Kuopio Academy of Crafts and Design. During his studies, he sought inspiration and ideas for his work from abroad. A four-week internship spent in Australia gave Designer Pitkänen’s ceramics a new colour scheme, while Chef Pitkänen got to savour the taste of fresh seafood and the exotic selection of fruit and vegetables in the Southern Hemisphere.
After graduating from the Kuopio Academy, Pitkänen returned to Kuusamo, his birthplace, and opened Studio Restaurant Tundra. Dividing his time between his ceramics studio and his restaurant, Jarmo Pitkänen is able to combine his versatile palette of skills and his designer’s vision into unique experiences for his restaurant customers.
X We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However you may visit Cookie Settings to provide a controlled consent. ACCEPTSETTINGSNECESSARY
manage cookies
Privacy Overview
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
Analytische Cookies werden verwendet, um zu verstehen, wie die Besucher mit der Website interagieren. Diese Cookies helfen dabei, Informationen über die Besucherzahl, Absprungrate, Verkehrsquelle usw. zu liefern.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
