Kolon

Kolon
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Kolon is a Danish, family-owned cabinetmaking company founded in 1972. Renowned for its signature Kolon hinge with two distinctive dots, the company specialises in manufacturing custom-made cabinets and kitchens for private clients, corporations, and public institutions. As an FSC-certified company with Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), Kolon has a vision to produce sustainable, durable inventory while striving to minimize its environmental impact.

49 years ago, KOLON had a showroom in the heart of Copenhagen. At 3daysofdesign, they return, opening a shared showroom with Anour, designed by Norm Architects. In this space, KOLON celebrates its values through the exhibition ‘Of This Place’—a dedication to local craftsmanship, quality, natural materials, and bespoke solutions, highlighting a commitment to Danish craftsmanship rooted in tradition and refined through innovation. Since 1976, the signature KOLON hinge has represented strength and precision, embodying quality. Natural materials bring nature into design, while bespoke solutions are crafted for the individual and the specific.

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