Exhibition Award
TRANSCENDENCE
Werkstatt 167, Refshalevej 167A, 1432 Copenhagen
TRANSCENDENCE
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The exhibition, TRANSCENDENCE, takes place in an industrial hall formerly used to produce ship engines at District Refshaleøen in Copenhagen with sharpened focus on materials and sustainability. Architect and curator, Frederikke Aagard will install a dreamy vision in this rather raw space made from natural and recycled materials, which will be reused after the exhibition. Through insightful installation and hands-on demonstrations, this exhibition invites visitors to delve deeper into our perception and understanding of materials and gain a newfound appreciation for their significance in the objects we create and consume. TRANSCENDENCE will bring together big and small, commercial and research, designers and craftsmen - all idealists, who want to make an impact in manufacturing, sourcing, distribution, and longevity of design. 

A captivating exploration of the diverse world of materials and their endless possibilities, Transcendence will challenge us to go beyond our current understanding of materials. Visitors will be immersed into the natural and rich textures, the elegance of sleek surfaces and the translucent allure of biobased materials. Each display invites contemplation and appreciation of the role materials play in shaping our surroundings and relationship with design. Exhibitors include: Anklang, Bill amberg Studio, Consentino, Daydreaming Objects, Designercarpets Drechsle, Ekbacken Studios, Fabric Forest, GoEs, Grid Systems, Manu, Mari Koppanen, Martin Kechayas, Nanette Dekool, Paper Paste Living, Plastiz, Schneid Studio, Sheyn, Studio Eggi, Thayra Correira, Troldtekt, Zeitraum and Wuud. With special thanks to Aesop and De Ploeg for their support and contribution. 

David Design embraces individuality and rejects conformity. They challenge the status quo, striving for something beyond the ordinary. Refusing to compromise for over 30 years, they stand firm on that commitment. Founded in 1988 by former pop star and DJ David Carlson in Malmö, David Design emerged during a time when Scandinavian design was undergoing a second wave of global attention. The brand played a vital role in revitalising the spirit of Scandinavian design with a fresh and modern approach. Years later, David Design remains true to its vision. Today, it stands as a well-established international brand, attracting followers seeking iconic, functional, and sustainable furniture and accessories.
David Design
January 3, 2024
Furniture
Lighting
Part of 2024
Tenksom, an emerging Danish furniture brand, based on an ambition to make durable design that reduces resource consumption and pollution. To prioritise sustainability, Tenksom's products are designed for longevity, easy disassembly and recycling, expressing the ambition to create timeless, valuable designs for generations. Adhering to some of the world's strictest environmental standards, Tenksom proudly bears certifications such as the Nordic Swan Eco Label. FSC certified wood is incorporated into all our products, reflecting our unwavering commitment to sustainability. From design to packaging, every detail is optimised to minimise CO2 emissions in transport and storage.
Tenksom
December 20, 2023
Furniture
Beds
Part of 2024
Studio Eggi creates space for present living. Eggi is inspired by where there is deficit, and builds with what can be renewed. Eggi creates where (de)construction, collaboration, and whimsy meet, imagining a new visual language for a post-consumption era. Eggi’s inaugural product  is a noteworthy departure from conventional playtime offerings. Made with post-consumer, closed-loop materials and characterized by playful sophistication, the Eggi Kitchen invites children to engage with their environment on their own terms. By providing space for hands-on interaction with real food materials and encouraging children to participate in the preparation of meals, Eggi helps children  cultivate lifelong, playful, and healthy relationships with food.
Studio Eggi
February 2, 2024
Kitchen
Part of 2024
Sculptural objects meet the latest and greatest lifestyle books when Caché and New Mags join forces.

Tied to the universe of books. Designed with simplicity, honesty and pure aesthetics in mind. Integrating so seamlessly with the cultured home, every Caché object almost appears to be hiding in plain sight. Whatever your treasured books and magazines may be, they now have striking sculptural companions that never fail to feature a useful detail or function. The truth is, nothing really says more about us than the books we own. Books remind us of what we love and what’s important. What we have been, what we are and what we can become.
Caché x New Mags
March 14, 2022
Accessories
Materials
Part of 2022
Part of 2023
Part of 2024
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