
Villa & Peite: Weaving pure dreams
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Challenge: From legacy to future
Villa & Peite’s products were beloved for their natural materials and artisanal quality, but the brand lacked a unified way to articulate its values and presence beyond its history. With a strong vision of Ville, we set out to craft a story and expressions that better reflect and champion the Finnish craftsmanship — and find a way to the hearts, minds (and dreams) of every Finn.
Approach: Comprehensively good sleep
The work began in Villa & Peite’s cosy factory in Pori, surrounded by all things fluffy, soft and naturally smelling. In workshops, we distilled the brand strategy into one calming concept: Villa & Peite — the weaver of pure dreams, a steady commitment to breathing natural materials, enduring craft and slumberful sleep.
Outcome: Giving pure dream a form
At the heart of the renewed identity lies the union of breathing natural materials and deep sleep. The visual concept interprets Villa & Peite’s values — Unwavering, Clear and Liberated — through a language that feels both grounded and free. Colours are drawn from wool and other pure materials, typography is calm yet contrasting. Compositions remain airy and open. The tone invites rather than instructs, reflecting a brand that cherishes sleep, people and the planet.
Photography became a central storytelling tool. The visual narrative moves between three worlds: relaxed lifestyle imagery, clear and informative product photography, and transparent production scenes that honour the company’s craftsmanship. Together, they form a coherent expression — one that celebrates Finnish handiwork while giving Villa & Peite a distinct, contemporary presence.
Villa & Peite, and all the sleeping beauty of their bedding, live and breath in tune with the brand’s purpose — All for a bright mind! — after a night well slept.
Awards
- Silver, Visual Identity – Vuoden Huiput 2023
Partners
- Photography: Juho Huttunen & Mikael Niemi, Duotone
“Our collaboration with Werklig has been a success and an investment that has paid itself off manifold. Their process was both calming and exciting, providing us with an opportunity to step back and reflect, which ultimately moved us forward. Engaging and listening to our entire staff — from the warehouse to the production floor — proved extremely valuable. We felt both challenged and heard. The rebranding has transformed how we make daily decisions and provided us with a platform to communicate not only what we do, but also who we are and what we stand for.”
– Ville Viinikka, CEO, Villa & Peite