Jänkä Resort

At Jänkä Resort, luxury means time: time for yourself and for those around you. The concept is built to make presence effortless. Stillness becomes a counterforce to everyday hectic rhythms, with wellness and nature placed at the core of the experience. Thoughtful details elevate the stay, creating an atmosphere where leisure feels natural. Fyra’s design work focused on the Safari House, including its restaurant, lobby, and safari-related functions. Fyra also contributed to the concept design of the outdoor yard area.

Jänkä Resort’s design is guided by experientality: deep connection to nature, to oneself, to others, and to the wildlife and the mysticality of Lapland. The Jänkä Resort experience begins at arrival. The impressive gate, made of corten steel, expresses the brand, sets the tone and promises something out of the ordinary. Pathways, lighting and guidance elements clarify a large landscape and highlight key details, supporting the holistic experience.

The restaurant is designed to be the warmest, most welcoming dining room in Lapland: like stepping into the kitchen of the generous hosts. The concept draws inspiration from the resort owner’s Sampo Kaulanen’s grandfather, who used to host guests in his own home in Ylläs before the tourism industry in Lapland fully developed. Carefully thought-out yet robust details and the use of genuine materials evoke a refined country-house atmosphere. Furniture blends Fyra’s bespoke design with vintage finds and other carefully chosen pieces.

Natural materials, especially wood, root the space in its surroundings. Cozy lighting, combining interior fixtures with petite spotlights, highlights textures and details. Views toward nature are maximized through careful placement of furniture, while taller elements such as the wine cabinet and fireplaces create soft divisions and intimate zones. Local charm brings Lappish hospitality and communal warmth to the forefront.

The lobby greets guests with inviting furniture, a fireplace and a moss installation that sets a calming mood. The lounge serves as a shared resting point for guests of both the restaurant and safari activities. On the safari side, part of the overall entity yet discreetly set behind other elements, generous storage accommodates outdoor clothing and equipment, supporting smooth transitions between the interior and the wilderness beyond.

Design: Fyra
Photography: Riikka Kantinkoski, Toni Eskelinen