Royal Danish Academy

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The Royal Danish Academy—Architecture, Design, Conservation strives to be an active, creative and leading actor in society by contributing to tackling the major national and global challenges of our time. The Royal Danish Academy is a research and educational institution that is drawing on a historical foundation within the fields of architecture, design and conservation. Based on a solid tradition the Royal Danish Academy constantly develops its subject areas by uniting three fields of knowledge: academic research, artistic research and professional practice, which are three different ways of discovering, inventing and creating.

Set at the harbour–side home of the Royal Danish Academy’s Institute of Design, Product & Material, Here & Now celebrates design innovation. It presents new furniture design inspired by antiquity, marking the 7–year anniversary of a collaboration between Egyptian artisan–manufacturers and Academy students.The exhibition is accompanied by an outdoor installation of experimental ceramic furniture by Academy faculty. The Academy Library hosts three related exhibitions featuring graduate process work, lighting prototypes developed with Focus Lighting, and projects from the Academy Startup Hub. Tours of the Academy’s Chair Collection run through the day, while evening DJs & bars provide a relaxed setting for professional exchange and dialogue.

Related Exhibitions
To inspire people through innovative and sustainable spaces. Cosentino is a global manufacturer of eco–friendly and technologically advanced surfaces for homes and public spaces. In the new Cosentino showroom at Kuglegaarden, the company presents versatile collections from the main brands, Dekton, Silestone, Sensa and Éclos. With inspiration from natural stone and craftmanship, Cosentino seeks to inspire the creativity of architects and interior designers worldwide with carbon–neutral surfaces produced with natural minerals, reused materials, and renewable energy: technical, ultracompact stone and mineral hybrid surfaces for architectural facades, wall claddings, bathrooms, kitchen countertops, and interior design.
Cosentino City Copenhagen
January 20, 2023
Bath
Kitchen
Part of 2023
Part of 2024
Part of 2025
ESCENTIAL CPH is a Copenhagen–based perfume composition house led by perfumer Emmanuel Martini. They design bespoke fragrances, scented products and immersive olfactory experiences for clients spanning the full spectrum of the industry from rising niche perfumery (Tekinoktay Perfumes, Difüse) and independent fashion and interior designers (La Bagatelle by Malene Malling, Helene Blanche) to leading design houses (Georg Jensen, Flamant, Nordiska Galleriet), major fashion and retail groups (Samsøe Samsøe, H&M) and luxury hospitality (Nimb Hotel, Hotel Sanders by Kølpin). Each composition is developed with high–quality materials and scaled from small to industrial production, translating a brand's universe into a distinctive olfactory signature
ESCENTIAL CPH
May 19, 2026
Part of 2026
PAP DECO is a family–run Polish manufactory that has become a pioneer in creating hand–carved furniture handles and wall decorations using traditional casting techniques. With more than 30 years of experience in metallurgy, the brand has been evolving across generations, with its founders—brothers Piotr and Marcin Papliński—working alongside their father, Jerzy, who instilled in them a passion for working with noble brass. The pieces crafted directly by the artisans are artistic objects with ergonomic functions, each one a timeless example of functional art. PAP DECO creates not only unique brass handles and decorations with sculptural forms, but also other fully personalised ornamental elements.
PAP DECO
January 26, 2026
Accessories
Part of 2026
Interface is a global leader in modular flooring, offering an integrated collection of carpet tiles and resilient flooring that includes premium rugs, luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and nora® rubber. The flooring is made with purpose and without compromise. Fully committed to becoming a restorative business. From the original industry–defining goal to make zero negative impact, to realising zero wasn’t enough, to setting ambitious science–based targets and investing resources into reducing our carbon impact. Designed to stand up, stand out and stand for something. Inspired by everything from the restorative nature of biophilic design to science, art and our heritage. It’s design that makes spirits rise and jaws drop. FLOORING — BUT WAY MORE FUN.
Interface Denmark
January 16, 2025
Part of 2025
Rug & Floor
Part of 2026
Other Exhibitions
ANOUR is a handcrafted contemporary lighting design studio inspired by tradition, driven by creativity, obsession for details and impeccable craftsmanship, made to stand the test of time. Lamps by ANOUR combine natural materials with the best LED technology in a unique way that allows for an eternal lifespan. Value of simplicity is born out of the idea of creating something that contributes more than it consumes. Developed consciously in Denmark. Enjoyed by generations—a craft that speaks to connoisseurs.
ANOUR
February 10, 2022
Intra lighting, established in 1989, is a global provider of mastery lighting solutions. As one of the most important players in the lighting market, Intra lighting strives to contribute to the world's well-being. Places, where everything feels right, have their reason behind. Every day Intra lighting searches for new and better lighting solutions to empower the designers with the best lighting instruments to orchestrate well-deserved lighting comfort on the planet. Light where it is needed, when it is needed and as much as needed.
Intra lighting
March 10, 2025
Elvang creates responsibly produced textiles which combine timeless Nordic design with exquisite Peruvian craftsmanship. Its story is one of ethics, integrity and respect. It began in 2002, when the founders Tina and Lasse Elvang learned about the qualities of alpaca wool during a backpacking trip to Peru. Today the textiles are sold worldwide, and their social and environmental commitment remains unchanged. Making responsible choices lies at the heart of Elvang. This has led to the highest level of recognition within the World Fair Trade Organisation (WFTO) as a Guaranteed Member and participation in the UN Global Compact Initiative, ensuring that their supply chains and business model put people, the planet and animals first.
Elvang
February 21, 2023
“From coach to couch” – Founded in 1895,  Eilersen has focused on craftsmanship, quality, and innovation. The journey began producing coaches, and since the 1930s, Eilersen has been making beautiful, high-quality couches based on the same values of excellent craftsmanship and innovation that established the brand over 130 years ago. This has made Eilersen a well-known and recognised high-end brand internationally.
Eilersen
February 8, 2022
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