Markku Kosonen (1945-2010) was a Finnish interior architect, carpenter, and designer known for his innovative use of Finnish wood species such as alder, aspen, and rowan. His notable works include a willow basket and a sauna cube that later served as a representative sauna. Kosonen received several awards, including the Rantasalmi Prize in 2002 for his unorthodox approach to the intersection of industrial design and forestry. His commitment to elevating the value of previously underappreciated woods has distinguished him as a prominent figure in the woodworking industry.
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Meaning of the name - Markku
The exact meaning of Markku is uncertain, but it's often associated with strength and resilience.
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Markku Kosonen belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Djupvik, Sweden
Place of Death: Helsinki
Educated At: Kiertävä kotiteollisuuskoulu | Ateneumin iltakoulu | Taideteollinen oppilaitos
Occupation: designer | visual artist
Employers: Fiskars
Awards Received: Pro Finlandia Medal of the Order of the Lion of Finland
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 22, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for January 22, 2026 |
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| Sun | 2 Aquarius 20 | 2 Aquarius 41 | 23 Aries 24 |
| Moon | 24 Taurus 34 | 18 Pisces 41 | 10 Taurus 21 |
| Mercury | 10 Capricorn 22 | 3 Aquarius 23 | 23 Aries 13 |
| Venus | 18 Pisces 50 | 6 Aquarius 31 | 26 Aries 36 |
| Mars | 12 Capricorn 42 | 29 Capricorn 28 | 15 Pisces 13 |
| Jupiter | 27 Virgo 8 | 18 Cancer 29 | 18 Virgo 45 |
| Saturn | 5 Cancer 48 | 27 Pisces 41 | 5 Cancer 33 |
| Uranus | 9 Gemini 21 | 27 Taurus 32 | 10 Gemini 27 |
| Neptune | 6 Libra 23 | 29 Pisces 53 | 4 Libra 34 |
| Pluto | 9 Leo 14 | 3 Aquarius 24 | 7 Leo 54 |
| Rahu | 17 Cancer 39 | 11 Pisces 1 | 13 Cancer 22 |
| Ketu | 17 Capricorn 39 | 11 Virgo 1 | 13 Capricorn 22 |
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