About Temple of Things
Temple of Things is a design studio working with interior architecture, product design, and accessibility. The studio develops environments and objects where form, function, and careful execution are equally important, with the ambition to create solutions that endure over time, both practically and in terms of design quality.
The work spans from unique product concepts and furniture collections to the planning of environments for public and private contexts. Each assignment is grounded in the user’s needs, the spatial conditions, and the inherent qualities of materials. The design process is characterised by clarity, care, and respect for both production and use.
Accessibility is an integrated part of the studio’s methodology. Temple of Things provides specialist expertise in accessibility and is founded on the principle that inclusive environments are a natural and essential part of architecture and design. The aim is to develop solutions where function, orientation, and comfort work in parallel with spatial design and material choices.
Collaboration is central to every project. The studio works closely with clients, developers, producers, and other creative partners, sharing responsibility for quality and coherence. Projects are shaped through dialogue, technical knowledge, and an exploratory approach.
The name Temple of Things reflects the studio’s philosophy: a respect for form, material, and process. Each object, piece of furniture, or space is regarded as a context in which decisions gain significance over time. The ambition is to create design that is thoughtful, durable, and accessible, without compromising on expression or precision.
Behind Temple of Things
Cecilia Granlund is educated in interior architecture and design and is also a certified accessibility specialist. She holds a Master’s degree in Interior Architecture from Konstfack – University of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, Sweden, the country’s leading institution for art, design, and crafts and the only one offering a dedicated education in interior architecture.
She runs Temple of Things with a clear and long‑term approach, where aesthetics, function, and accessibility are brought together in every project. With commissions ranging from private homes to public environments, she has built a diverse and robust portfolio. Through a holistic approach to interior architecture and design, she creates environments that are not only well‑crafted and functional, but also inclusive and meaningful for those who use them.
