About
I am a master’s graduate from Aalto University in Collaborative and Industrial Design. Specializing in sustainable product design, I’ve worked with companies like Fiskars Group and KONE, and I’m currently a product designer at COMPARO GmbH. My focus is on creating innovative, sustainable products that blend Nordic minimalism with responsibility.
Experience
Work
Product Designer | Comparo GmbH
June 2023 – Present
Product and interior design for sanitaryware and related products in Germany’s wholesale sector. Drove sustainable product development through material selection and manufacturing optimization. Provided strategic guidance for product alignment with the Nordic markets’ aesthetic and cultural expectations. Conducting market research to identify emerging design trends and to align product development and brand positioning strategies. Deliver customized solutions tailored to customers’ specific requirements. Collaborated closely with local distributors to provide market-specific solutions, fostering relationships that supported market expansion in the Nordics.
Sustainable Designer | Niimaar Circular Design
April 2023 – May 2023
Winner of the Young Finnish Design competition, repurposed discarded textiles into functional wearables. Advocated for a circular economy in fashion, emphasizing inclusivity in design practices.
Service Design Trainee | Fiskars Village Art & Design Biennale | Onoma Fiskars
May 2022 – September 2022
Improved visitor experience and guide workflows through digital and practical service design solutions. Applied the PDCA cycle for real-time and planned process improvements. Collected and analyzed visitor and staff insights using qualitative methods. Gained hands-on experience in project management, customer experience design, and service pricing.
Exhibition Designer | Aalto University
April 2021 – November 2021
Planned and executed the exhibition Reconstructing Everyday Fashion, 1550–1650 for the ERC-funded research project Refashioning the Renaissance, serving as design lead for a multicultural team.
Customer Service | IKEA
June 2021 – July 2021
Managed the returns and spare parts desk, providing solutions for missing or broken items to reduce waste and improve customer satisfaction.
Education
Aalto-University, Masters of Art and Design
Major in Collaborative and Industrial design
Minor in Sustainable Entrepreneurship
9/2023 – 6/2025
Aalto-University, Bachelor of Art and Design
Major in Design
Minor in Chemical engineering, CHEMARTS
9/2020 – 6/2023
First Aid – Mariens Oy
Issued May 2022 – Expires May 2025
Design Achievements
YODEX – young designers’ exhibition, Nangang Exhibition Center, Taipei, Taiwan
6/2024
Kantokyky, joint art exhibition, Fiskars
6/2022
New materials, New designs; design contest win, Young Finnish Design
2/2022
Skills
Hard skills: Rhinoceros, Blender, Solidworks, Photoshop, Keyshot, Indesign, Illustrator, WordPress, SketchUp, Figma, Miro, 3D-printing
Soft skills: Innovative, Curious, Problem solver, Resilient, Productive, Adaptable, Maker
Languages: Finnish: native English: C2 Swedish: B1
Publications
Shrinkflation as design inspiration for material efficiency
Master’s Thesis | Aalto University, May 2025
Explored shrinkflation as a strategy to reduce material use in plastic products without compromising usability. The study combined modelling, prototyping, life cycle assessment, and user testing to design surface structures that reduce material by 6%, lowering production emissions while maintaining usability.
Food waste into crafting material: Case Fiskars crafting
Bachelor Thesis | Fiskars Group
June 2023
Developed a method to repurpose food waste into crafting material, achieving a full score for its contribution to sustainable design.
Composite from potato peels
Empirical research course report
April 2022
The study used potato peels to create waste-derived bioplastics, resulting in a compostable composite. One sample supported 70 kg, showing potential for furniture manufacturing.
Advocacy
Ornamo Responsibility Circle (ORC) Member
1/2024–Present
Participated and hosted events focused on design responsibility and the circular economy, contributing to discussions promoting sustainable practices in the design field.
Speaker & Maker – Inclusive Sustainable Fashion
2022–2023
Expanded the award-winning Unisex Zero Waste Pants concept into a full collection. Showcased at key events, including WCEF 2023, Paimio Sustainable Fashion Week, and Helsinki Design Week Market, advancing the narrative of inclusive, sustainable fashion.
Venue Operations Associate – Helsinki Design Week
August 2023
Volunteered to support event success by assisting customers, managing logistics, and strengthening organizational and teamwork capabilities.
Services
1. Product Design
I specialize in industrial design with a strong focus on sustainable Nordic aesthetics, where functionality meets timeless beauty. I have collaborated with renowned international companies like Fiskars, Comparo GmbH, and Niimaar, working across various industries, including:
Sustainable and circular economy design
Consumer Goods
Furniture
2. Concept Development & Consulting
Beyond design, I offer strategic consulting to help brands develop innovative concepts and implement sustainable design solutions. My expertise includes:
Sustainable Design Strategies
Material Selection & Product Development
Market Research & Industry Insights
Cross-Border Collaboration & Business Expansion
I also provide local partnership support in Finland, helping international companies navigate the Finnish market and establish meaningful collaborations.
Looking for a tailored solution? Let’s discuss your project and bring your vision to life.
Testimonials
“Working with Eero was an extremely positive experience. He demonstrated active ideation during the planning stage of the exhibition and integrated seamlessly with the team. Both the planning and implementation of the project schedule were carried out meticulously and efficiently, resulting in a well-considered and carefully constructed exhibition. Additionally, Eero proved to be highly competent in taking independent responsibility for his designated area. We are pleased to recommend Eero Brandt for tasks requiring high levels of responsibility.”
Paula Hohti, Professor of Art and Cultural History, Director
ERC-Refashioning project (no. 726195)
“It was a pleasure to have Eero design the Unisex Zero Waste collection for Niimaar. His innovative approach to design, combined with his deep commitment to sustainability, resulted in a collection that is not only stylish and comfortable but also environmentally responsible. Eero’s ability to ideate and design high-quality, zero waste clothing is truly impressive. His work is a testament to the potential of sustainable design, and we are proud to have collaborated with him on this project.”
Enni Karikoski, Circularity Leader, CEO & Founder at Niimaar
Unisex Zero Waste collection
