From a young age, Carola knew she wanted to become an interior architect. Even more so, she knew she wanted to study abroad—a path less traveled at the time.  Rome, with its rich history and timeless architecture, became the natural choice.

After graduating in 1989, Carola returned to Helsinki and founded her own studio, Carola Rytsola Oy. From the start, her studio embraced projects of all scales—big and small, private and public—all approached with the same passion and attention to detail.

A lifelong advocate for craftsmanship, Carola has always believed that design is as much about the process as the outcome. Her close collaborations with artisans became a cornerstone of her work, ensuring that every creation reflected quality, precision, and care—values that now define Rytsola Collections.

The idea for Rytsola Collections was sparked through conversations with her son, Aksel. While living in Italy and France, he urged Carola to bring her designs to life on a larger scale. At first, the timing wasn’t right. But a few years later, his persistence reignited the spark. “This has to happen—if you don’t do it, I will,” he told her.

With that push, Rytsola Collections came to life, blending Carola’s lifelong dedication to timeless design with Aksel’s vision for the future.