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Founded in 2019, Material Matters is a platform dedicated to exploring the role of material intelligence in architecture and design. With more than 140 podcasts published and four acclaimed editions of its annual fair staged in London, the brand made its international debut in Copenhagen in 2025 as part of 3daysofdesign—an appearance that exceeded expectations and confirmed the appetite for a deeper, more material–led conversation. Building on the success of last year, Material Matters returns to 3daysofdesign taking up, once again, the residence in the heart of Christianshavn, positioned as a key destination within the city.

Staged in a dedicated exhibition space within the historic Gammel Dok building, highly visible from the city centre with panoramic views of Copenhagen’s skyline, it is one of the most iconic waterfront buildings in Christianshavn—a unique district with a rich history of trade and craftsmanship. Material Matters Copenhagen will feature a curated selection of exhibitors, each presenting a distinct material story that highlights the importance of material intelligence in shaping the future. Alongside the exhibitions, visitors can experience live talks, demonstrations, and events as part of Material Matters Copenhagen 2025.

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EETAL is a project launched in 2021 by Japan Benex Corporation, a company specialising in precision sheet metal processing technology. Through collaborations with designers, it reconsiders the creative potential of sheet metal from multiple perspectives. Embracing an experimental approach, the project challenges conventional notions of industrial production and explores new dialogues between sheet metal and design. The name "EETAL" originates from "SHEET METAL." It combines "EET" from "SHEET" and "TAL" from "METAL," forming a coined term that symbolises a new approach to sheet metal design.
EETAL project
November 28, 2025
Furniture
Part of 2026
Jo Andersson Studios is a contemporary glass art and design studio based in Sweden. Exploring light, colour and form, the studio creates bold, hand–blown glass sculptures, lighting and unique art objects. An emphasis on movement and presence runs through the work. Rooted in studio craft and material exploration, the practice balances sculptural expression with functional design, creating works that engage both space and perception.
Jo Andersson Studios
June 4, 2025
Accessories
Part of 2026
HEGE is both a cooking utensil for direct flame use and elegant tableware for the dining table. By combining cooking and dining into one seamless experience, it transforms any space—from the kitchen counter to the balcony—into a place to gather and share a meal. With a portable gas stove, pasta, soup, or cheese fondue can be enjoyed anytime. Crafted from highly heat-conductive aluminum with a ceramic coating, HEGE supports boiling, simmering, steaming, and stir-frying with ease, bringing simplicity, warmth, and satisfaction to everyday dining.
HEGE
January 29, 2026
Part of 2026
Stylescape is a design brand rooted in the idea of quiet, timeless living. Founded to bring calm and grounding qualities into everyday spaces, the brand creates objects that balance soft minimalism, natural materials and refined craftsmanship. Rather than following trends, Stylescape focuses on neutral tones, tactile surfaces and enduring forms that feel both contemporary and lasting. Each piece is developed with intention, where quality, proportion and materiality are carefully considered. By prioritising longevity over excess, Stylescape creates thoughtfully made objects that age gracefully and support a slower, more mindful way of living—where quiet luxury becomes part of everyday life.
Stylescape
January 7, 2026
Rug & Floor
Furniture
Part of 2026
Other Exhibitions
Arthur Rottier is a designer and product developer based in Arnhem, the Netherlands. His practice moves between commissioned work and self–initiated projects, driven by an interest in how objects can be conceived and produced locally using contemporary means. The work is defined by advanced, computer–controlled engineering and production methods, careful finishing, and a restrained approach to form. Durability is central: materials are chosen for wear resistance, constructions are clear and legible, and connections are simple. Affordability is considered part of the design challenge. At the core of the practice lies the belief that beauty is essential to sustainability. Objects that are valued are cared for, and what is cared for lasts.
Arthur Rottier
December 11, 2025
Studio ByHAA is an architectural design studio working at the intersection of craft, design, regenerative architecture, and landscape. Designs are handcrafted in Egypt through a dialogue between local artisans and Danish designers. The studio works from the understanding that all things and scales are connected, linking architecture with craft, the intelligence of the land, and the people who shape it. Beginning with the land—its textures, rhythms, and hands—the practice brings the outside in, creating spaces and objects that belong. Through the handmade, Studio ByHAA seeks to reconnect people with nature, the land, and a slower sense of time.
studio ByHAA
February 4, 2026
Since Normann Copenhagen’s foundation in 1999, the brand's ambition has been to challenge conventional thinking and make the ordinary extraordinary through great design. By combining the craftsmanship, functionality and endurance characterised by its Danish design heritage with modern silhouettes and durable materials, Normann Copenhagen aims to create original products in a contemporary design that withstand the test of time. Normann Copenhagen believes in uniting people and spaces across the world and improving the quality of people’s lives through the power of great design. The brand's products combine functionality and design and accommodate the diversity of needs of modern life in residential and professional interiors alike.
Normann Copenhagen
January 18, 2022
Since 1837, Bernstorffsminde has produced quality furniture, building a strong heritage and commitment to creating pieces that are both beautiful and made to last. The company’s own BM1837 collection pays tribute to the timeless elegance of Danish design, always sought after and appreciated. Bernstorffsminde unites tradition, innovation, and a passion for craftsmanship to create furniture that is distinctive and refined in its expression. The latest collection, BM1837, reflects this commitment to quality furniture that stands the test of time and creates an atmosphere of lasting elegance.
Bernstorffsminde
March 4, 2022
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Material Matters
18 Jun
Material Matters
Opening night of Material Matters Copenhagen
Address
Gammel Dok, Strandgade 27B, 1410 Copenhagen
Start
17:00
End
20:00
Joint Events
18 Jun
Joint Event
Opening Event with Material Matters
Address
Gammel Dok, Strandgade 27B, 1410 Copenhagen
Start
17:00
End
20:00
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19 Jun
Eilersen
Morning Moments: Breakfast and 130 Years of Craftsmanship
Address
Niels Hemmingsens Gade 7, 1153 Copenhagen
Start
8:00
End
9:00
20 Jun
Vipp
Vipp Family Walk & Talk
Address
Snorresgade 22, 2300 Copenhagen
Start
12:00
End
12:45
19 Jun
AFTER THE RAIN
Live Portraiture by Mattias De Leeuw
Address
Gallery 2112 / Holbergsgade 20, 1057 Copenhagen / 2112 Gallery
Start
10:00
End
12:00
18 Jun
Garde Hvalsøe
Deltag in a morning of design, conversation, and craftsmanship
Address
Esplanaden 8D, 1263 Copenhagen
Start
8:30
End
10:30
19 Jun
Fredericia
Guided Showroom Tour - A Journey of Legacy and Innovation
Address
Løvstræde 1, 1152 Copenhagen
Start
13:00
End
13:30
18 Jun
UMAGE
TEXTILE WORKSHOP W. NANETTE DE KOOL
Address
Havnegade 29, 1058 Copenhagen
Start
15:00
End
17:00
19 Jun
Bjarke Ingels Group
Noon Talk: EARTH
Address
Sundkaj 165, 2150 Copenhagen
Start
12:30
End
13:00
19 Jun
LEPO Product
Morning tea with Stine Goya
Address
Værnedamsvej 6, 1619 Copenhagen
Start
9:00
End
10:30
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