About Anastasia Nysten
Anastasia Nysten is a Beirut-based product and furniture designer of Finnish-Lebanese background whose work brings warmth, humour and character to contemporary design. She is perhaps best known for pieces such as her Troll seating, which give furniture an almost creature-like personality while remaining functional and beautifully made.
Nysten was recognised among a new generation of Lebanese design talent on international platforms, and she works closely with local craftspeople and material specialists in Lebanon to produce her collections. Her practice balances a sense of play with careful attention to form, comfort and finish.
Why Anastasia Nysten Matters
Nysten brings joy and narrative to Lebanese design, proving that furniture can have personality without sacrificing craft. As one of the country’s celebrated emerging designers, she helps broaden the international image of Beirut’s creative scene.