Visiting Lisa Larson's studio in Nacka, near central Stockholm, is like stepping into Swedish design history. Still active after 70 years, she treats her beloved creations with the care of a live companion. Her studio is filled with mock-ups, sketches, intricately carved miniatures, and figurines. Her vividly colored Birds, first conceived in 1967 during a family trip to the U.S., were finally put into production decades later, showcasing her love for bold colors, graphic design, and folklore, as well as the spirit of peace and understanding from that era.

After graduating from HDK, the College of Crafts and Design in Gothenburg in 1954, Lisa joined Gustavsberg Porcelain Factory under artistic director Stig Lindberg. "We presented our designs twice a year," she recalls, "and they mostly wanted my figurines. I've always drawn inspiration from working with my hands, rarely sketching or planning in advance." Her work gained widespread recognition in Sweden and abroad, especially in Japan, where she held her first solo exhibition in 1981. Over the years, she crafted around 200 figurines for Gustavsberg, inspired by subjects like cats, politicians, and angels.

In 1980, tired of being tied to one factory, Lisa became a successful freelancer, expanding her portfolio to include household ceramics for Swedish companies such as Åhléns, Kooperativa Förbundet, and Rosenthal.