From Europe with Love 👀 January 05, 2025

Buonasera from the autobahn! 🛣️

Happy New Year, bonne année, frohes Neues, buon anno, bom ano novo, gott nytt år, szczęśliwego nowego roku, hyvää uutta vuotta, gelukkig nieuwjaar, godt nytår!

If you’re new here, every week I share 5 of the coolest products from Europe I’ve discovered in the past 7 days.

This week’s edition is brought to you from somewhere between the Bavarian lowlands and the Italian Alps. After indulging in all the holiday food and family chaos, I’m ready to swap cozy mornings by the fire for long evenings typing this newsletter in Merano. Let’s make 2025 a good one.

With love and good vibes ☀️
Jakob

Livia-Marlen Dining Table [🇩🇪]

This is the table I write most of these newsletters on, and it came to life thanks to the talented folks at Van Fraai in Berlin. They took my ideas, added their craftsmanship, and delivered a piece that’s as functional as it is beautiful. If you’re in the market for custom furniture, the Livia-Marlen Dining Table might just be your next great find. See it here.

Aura Yucatan Sour Floor Lamp [🇧🇪]

Part lamp, part escape plan. Designed by Patrick and Laetitia in their Brussels workshop, the limited edition Aura Yucatan Sour channels the wild beauty of the Yucatán — emerald jungles, cenotes, and sunsets in every fiery hue. Its golden cap bulb casts a soft, warm glow, perfect for adding a touch of tropical magic to any space. Explore the lamp here.

Coffee Cup "Yun Yellow" [🇩🇪]

Viola Beuscher’s coffee cup feels like a small ray of sunshine for your mornings. Minimalist, cheerful, and handcrafted in Frankfurt, it’s perfect for Flat Whites or just for making the mismatched cup collection in your kitchen a little more joyful. Discover the Yun Yellow here.

Franklin Candle Holder [🇳🇱]

The Franklin Candle Holder doesn’t just hold candles — it steals the spotlight. Hand-painted and assembled in Studio Roof’s Amsterdam workshop, it’s bold, sculptural, and sustainably crafted from birch plywood and water-based paints. Whether it’s lit or not, this piece is always glowing. Check it out here.

Ruukki Handmade Wooden Skis [🇫🇮]

Picture this: you’re carving down a snowy slope, and your skis look cooler than anyone else’s. That’s Pusu’s vibe. Handmade in Finland with an eye for sustainability and a nod to traditional craftsmanship, these skis are as much about performance as they are about style. Check them out here.

LET ME HEAR IT! WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCT THIS WEEK? REPLY WITH #1, #2, #3, #4 OR #5