Päivi Charpentier

  • Furniture Design
  • Interior Architecture
  • Lighting Design
  • Products
  • Designer
  • Craftsperson
  • Project manager
  • Keski-Suomi

AICCI Ltd

  • Competent

I shape light and design custom lighting solutions for architecture, urban environments, interiors, and demanding industrial projects. My work combines lighting design, luminaire design, and manufacturing expertise. I develop solutions where light supports architecture, strengthens a sense of place, and creates meaningful user experiences.

Originally trained as an interior architect, I have spent the past decade focusing on the design and manufacture of lighting and luminaires. My work is based on close collaboration with clients, designers, and specialists from various disciplines.

At AICCI, we design and manufacture luminaires that originate from bold ideas and are refined to meet the specific requirements of each project. Alongside bespoke solutions, we offer the AICCI Collection, a range of luminaires that combines thoughtful design, Finnish manufacturing, and long-term durability. Working at the intersection of design and production gives me a strong understanding of how to transform an idea from concept into a finished product and a successful lighting solution.

Experience

Work experience

Updated 2/2026

AICCI Oy

Lighting Designer & Luminaire Designer

2015 – present

Charpentier Oy

Interior Architect, Entrepreneur

1999 – 2016

PubliCo Oy

Partner

2003 – 2018

Suomen Arkkitehtiliitto SAFA

Membership Secretary

1992 – 1996

Education

Updated 9/2026

University of Oulu, School of Architecture

Urban Lighting with Consideration for the Values of Darkness (Continuing Education)
Site-Specific Lighting Design (Continuing Education)

2025 – 2026

Aalto University, School of Arts, Design and Architecture

Master’s Studies in Interior Architecture

2008 – present

University of Art and Design Helsinki

Bachelor of Interior Architecture

1996 – 2008

Art School Maa

Studies in Drawing, Painting and Colour Theory

1994 – 1995

Porvoo Business College

Vocational Qualification in Business and Administration

1990 – 1992

Hollola School of Arts and Crafts

Artenomi, Textiles and Clothing

1983 – 1985