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At Smile Materials, discarded resources are transformed into beautiful, durable surfaces that proudly reveal their origins—rich in texture and created with a commitment to a circular future. Designed for lasting performance, the customisable products demonstrate that conscious choices never require compromise on aesthetics. Featured in award–winning commercial interiors worldwide, Smile Materials combines innovation with storytelling to create real impact. More than recycled surfaces, these solutions enable expressive spaces while helping shape a distinctive and responsible future.

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20 Jun
New Works
Champagne Tasting Bar
Address
Bredgade 42, 2nd Floor, 1260 Copenhagen
Start
12:00
End
16:00
19 Jun
DESIGN BY THEM
Aperitivo Drinks & Meet the Designers
Address
Galleri Susanne Ottesen, Gothersgade 49, 1123 Copenhagen
Start
16:00
End
19:00
18 Jun
Piet Hein
Piet Hein’s Legacy Lives On – Meet the Family
Address
Bredgade 18, 1260 Copenhagen
Start
11:00
End
13:00
18 Jun
Almost Done
More than Looks: Imperfection, Resilience, Conscious Choice
Address
Kanalhuset, Overgaden Oven Vandet 62B, 1415 Copenhagen
Start
15:00
End
16:00
20 Jun
Ensamble Artesano
Crafting New Design Narratives - Exhibition Craft Tour
Address
Amaliegade 6, 1256 Copenhagen
Start
11:00
End
12:00
20 Jun
CaDot Design
SPACESHIP pendant - productlaunch
Address
Lapidarium of Kings, Frederiksholms Kanal 29, 1220 Copenhagen
Start
11:00
End
12:00
20 Jun
Petra Hotel
Daily Aperitivo at Petra Hotel
Address
Dronningens Tværgade 45, 1302 Copenhagen
Start
15:00
End
17:00
17 Jun
intermezzo
Afterlight Opening Party
Address
Vognmagergade 5, Parking Lot, 1120 Copenhagen
Start
16:00
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19:00
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