MONIKA FORSBERG
From Illustration to Table: The Art of Everyday Wonder
Trained as an illustrator and filmmaker, Monika Forsberg has collaborated with global icons including Bitossi Home, John Lewis, Penguin Randomhouse, Freespirit Fabrics, REDValentino, UNICEF, and Anthropologie. Her work bridges editorial art and functional design, creating a visual identity that’s instantly recognizable; playful yet intelligent, full of storytelling energy. Whether designing books, textiles, or home decor, Forsberg transforms the ordinary into something extraordinary. Her distinctive blend of colour and composition has made her one of the most beloved figures in the world of contemporary prints and collectible design pieces.
The Botanica Series: A Garden on the Table
Her collaboration with Bitossi Home gave life to the enchanting Botanica collection, a blooming expression of her artistic philosophy. The Botanica dinner plate, Botanica tray, and Botanica set 6 small plates turn the dining table into a painted landscape of joy. Delicate florals intertwine with rhythmic shapes and lush tones, balancing vintage charm with modern exuberance. This Monika Forsberg collection captures the spontaneity of her illustrations and the tactile pleasure of Italian craftsmanship, embodying a new kind of luxury prints: unpretentious, lively, and artful. It’s Monika Forsberg tableware at its most poetic: where function blooms into fantasy.
Design Language: Where Play Meets Purpose
In Monika Forsberg design, every stroke and pattern carries emotional depth. Her plates, Trays, and Bowls and Salad Bowls are not just decorative objects but fragments of visual storytelling. From colorful prints to art-inspired prints, her work celebrates imperfection as the truest mark of humanity. Each Monika Forsberg design piece invites a playful kind of elegance: free-spirited yet refined, ideal for collectors seeking designer prints ideas or prints for gifts that carry both artistry and warmth. Her designs blend northern restraint with Mediterranean vibrancy, proving that sophistication can be lighthearted.
How to Style and Cherish Monika’s Creations
Styling Monika Forsberg home accessories means letting colour take center stage. Pair her Monika Forsberg plates with solid-toned linens or layer different Botanica motifs for a maximalist touch. Her pieces harmonize beautifully with Bitossi luxury glassware and collections like La Tavola Scomposta, Petalo and Con Amore creating a curated yet spontaneous tablescape. For care, gentle washing and mindful handling preserve the integrity of her detailed motifs: small rituals that honour their handmade soul. Whether displayed on the wall or used daily, her Monika Forsberg home decor embodies what modern living should be: expressive, emotional, and joyfully imperfect.