dance like a ninja

SWEDISH NINJA sprang to life on a bumpy bus ride. Maria, our fearless founder, was on a packed bus, trying to keep her balance, but there was a slight problem—she’s a bit on the shorter side and couldn’t quite reach the overhead straps. So, there she was, flailing around like a ninja in training, desperately grabbing at anything. Her friends couldn’t stop laughing and, right then and there, they crowned her the SWEDISH NINJA. And just like that, the legend was born! 

This moment of humor and spontaneity became the foundation of SWEDISH NINJA. Inspired by the lighthearted spirit and the unexpected the designs are a fresh take on tradition—think sleek, functional lighting that aren’t afraid to have a little fun.

we love a good story

Our very first product, LITTLE DARLING table lamp is inspired by the striking height difference between designer and SWEDISH NINJA founder Maria Gustavsson and her husband Magnus - she being short and he being tall.

creating icons of tomorrow

This is JENNY NORDBERG she is one of our designers. In our minds, creativity is never
subtle. We work with talented designers who share our passion for driving
Scandinavian design into the future.

LOCAL CRAFTMANSHIP

We pride ourselves on manufacturing our lamps in the historic furniture-making region of Småland, Sweden.

Our suppliers are small
family-owned businesses valued for their craftmanship.