Forming Function

Frederiksstaden

Embassy of Finland, Grønningen 11, 1270 Copenhagen

Forming Function

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Make the essential beautiful. Forming Function turns everyday necessities into designed centrepieces; power, charging, and lighting you’re happy to see and use, every day. Easy to love. Simple to use. Built to last.

During the 3daysofdesign Forming Function will be attending the Finland Embassy in Copenhagen, with other brands like Gemla and G.A.D.

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Embassy of Finland, Grønningen 11, 1270 Copenhagen

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Forming Function

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In the meantime you can visit them at:

Embassy of Finland, Grønningen 11, 1270 Copenhagen

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