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.

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A new chapter of clarity and craftsmanship. Ordning&Reda, the iconic stationery brand, is entering a new chapter. With a legacy built on simplicity, functionality and timeless design, the brand renews its commitment to thoughtful craftsmanship and everyday clarity. Today, new materials, fresh colours and a spirit of optimism reconnect Ordning&Reda with its roots bringing order, creativity and calm to modern life. The name Ordning&Reda meaning “neat and tidy” in Swedish captures the essence of its philosophy: order that inspires creativity. Each product is designed to bring beauty and calm to everyday rituals, whether planning a week ahead, writing personal thoughts, or keeping essentials close at hand.
Ordning&Reda
January 21, 2026
Accessories
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Where Nordic design meets traditional African craftsmanship, Mifuko creates timeless baskets and decorative pieces with purpose and lasting impact. Founded in 2009 by Mari Martikainen and Minna Impiö, Mifuko is a Finnish design brand known for its timeless design and strong social commitment. Each product is handwoven by over 1.300 women artisans in Kenya, Tanzania, and Ghana using traditional techniques. Every item is signed by its maker, ensuring transparency and traceability. As a Certified B Corporation and WFTO member, Mifuko supports long–term partnerships and rural livelihoods.
Mifuko
March 17, 2026
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Accessories
Kast is an award-winning British brand known for its sculptural concrete basins, combining architectural form with meticulous craftsmanship. Designed and handcrafted in Nottinghamshire, each piece is produced in-house before being shipped to projects worldwide. As the first brand to create a dedicated collection of concrete wash basins, Kast redefined the material, transforming concrete from industrial to expressive. Today, the collection spans a wide range of forms and a palette of 28 colours, revealing the depth, texture and individuality of concrete. With over two decades of expertise, Kast continues to explore the boundaries of form, colour and craft.
Kast
February 2, 2026
Accessories
Part of 2026
Openhouse Studio leads creative projects and bears brands' messages in a comprehensive and unique way. The studio offers an array of opportunities that can be customised to every brand–specific needs through developing events and building individual brand identities using creative direction, photography, videography, graphic design, and copywriting, among others. 
The studio emerged from Openhouse Magazine, a biannual publication that talks about art, design, architecture, and culture, which also serves as a platform to engage with an international professional audience.
OPENHOUSE
February 1, 2024
Furniture
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Accessories
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Gejst was founded with a passion for making attractive, sustainable design that will last the test of time. Gejst means excitement and enthusiasm in English. From the beginning, the goal of the company has been to challenge traditional approaches to design to make a collection full of bold and playful products. Each bringing an instant attraction and passion that’s hard to explain but easy to feel. Focusing on functional design and high quality materials, Gejst takes a normal product, looks at the need to be fulfilled, then strips it down to come up with something thrilling. Multifunctional and thought through to the smallest detail. Each design is a testament to this approach and it is our way of bringing gejst into homes all around the world.
Gejst
September 21, 2023
Høstbo is a Copenhagen–based gallery dedicated to contemporary design at the intersection of objects, space, and lived experience. Conceived as more than a showroom, it operates as a platform for spatial exploration, where design is understood in relation to architecture, context, and use. Founded by Marie–Louise Høstbo, the gallery reflects more than three decades of experience across design and spatial practice. Her curatorial approach is grounded in clarity, material intelligence, and relevance, selecting objects not only for their individual qualities, but for their role in a larger spatial narrative. Rooted in Danish design principles, functionality, durability, and beauty, Høstbo presents works that contribute to shaping the future.
Høstbo
April 28, 2026
Discover Johanna Gullichsen’s distinctive textiles, where tradition meets modern design. Since 1989, Johanna Gullichsen has created durable, sustainable textiles that blend modern style and traditional weaving. The Normandie collection, made entirely in Finland, highlights local craftsmanship and responsible production. The Project collection, woven in Spain, is designed for demanding public spaces. Choose from fabrics by the meter, ready–made pieces, or custom items to bring Nordic design to any space.
Johanna Gullichsen
April 25, 2024
Tom Dixon, founded by the eponymous British designer Tom Dixon, stands as a global design powerhouse. Renowned for innovative creations such as the Melt pendant, Mirror Ball, and other instantly recognisable designs, the brand seamlessly blends craftsmanship and contemporary design. Its avant-garde approach to lighting, furniture and accessories has earned it a place in prestigious museums worldwide, including the V&A in London, MoMA in New York, and the Pompidou Centre in Paris. The London studio in Kings Cross serves as the epicentre of Tom Dixon's creative prowess. Embracing the ethos of innovation, honest materials, and longevity, Tom Dixon has become a global design trailblazer with an unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries.
TOM DIXON
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