Design Stories

20.07.
2022 In 2001, the Plywood chair by Ray and Charles Eames was named the design of the 20th century by the Time magazine. Not only could this design icon not deny its aesthetic excellence, it also started innovative use of plywood, which was, for its qualities, rapidly gaining popularity with designers and consumers alike. Join us as we delve into the history of design as written by this very material. Read more

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08.06.
2022 Fritz Hansen celebrates an admirable anniversary. 150 years have passed since the visionary of the same name set out with a horse-drawn carriage full of furniture on his way to building a successful company. Come retrace it with us through the major milestones of a successful brand. Read more

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15.03.
2022 Not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also to withstand the tests of time and everyday use, Scandinavian brands choose the highest quality materials for their products. One of these is marble - a stone that, despite its purely natural origins, does not lack charm and elegance. Read more

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07.03.
2022 In the field of design and architecture, they have always had an irreplaceable place, but in the past their voice was not heard as much. But the hard work, perseverance and talent of women in design have always spoken louder than loud. That's why, with the eighth day of March symbolizing equality, we also bring recognition, appreciation and, last but not least, spreading awareness, to the achievements of contemporary women designers. They thus contribute not only to the direction of the […] Read more

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18.02.
2022 The story of cantilever chairs began to be written with the development of bent tubular steel. Mart Stam and Marcel Breuer were involved in the creation of the first pieces in the mid-1920s. Since then, the cantilever chair continues to fascinate with its subtle silhouette in countless variations. Maybe because at the point where the chair is most loaded, it lacks any support. This is ensured by an L-shaped base with anchors at the front. Read more

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28.01.
2022 From the initial inspiration to the transformation of recycled aluminium into the Oyster table and wall lamp. Join us as we explore the design and manufacturing process behind the creation of Ferm Living's unique lamps. Read more

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18.01.
2022 The paths of design are often inscrutable, the pieces often come from ingenious solutions to specific problems. Then there is also a few based on research. Or, in the case of Studio Front, on several at once. You can see the result in Vitra's Resting animals collection. Read more

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12.01.
2022 Although Scandinavian modernism is most often connected to Danish designers, often some big names resonates from elsewhere. The modernist Sven Ivar Dysthe, for example, made an indelible Norwegian mark worth remembering. The industrial and furniture designer's imagination uniquely bridged several disciplines, styles and solutions at once. Read more

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21.09.
2021 How many pieces of furniture are recognizable purely by the shadow they cast? And how many of them actually look exactly the same, so that they appear to be mirrored in the water? The Palissade collection is certainly among the few answers. For one thing is for sure, the iconic silhouette of the furniture's strictly regular lines gives away this design quality very quickly. Read more

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03.08.
2021 The modern take on design is not just about futuristic curves and unexpected color combinations. Innovation also runs through the production floor, along with processes that you yourself may have played a part in making them possible. Don't you believe it? If you routinely recycle plastic waste at home, you also may have put a hand in the plough. In many cases, material from recycled PET bottles or other household plastics becomes a convenient alternative when making chairs, tables, or lamps. Read more

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