Mari Koppanen
Mari Koppanen stands at the forefront of contemporary design, operating at the intersections of design, material innovation, and artistic inquiry. Through raw material production and strong visual storytelling, the studio shapes the boundaries of future furniture design and material possibilities. Each piece emerges as a testament to the pursuit of novelty, where form seamlessly intertwines with function, sustainability, and social consciousness. Established by Finnish designer and Ph.D. Research Candidate Mari Koppanen, the studio specializes in crafting objects with a particular focus on the potential of materials and pigments derived from fungi and other micro-organisms.
Kääpä+ by Mari Koppanen delves into the tactile world of amadou, a unique leather-like material derived from tinder mushrooms. The project breathes new life into this cultural and historical material, creating captivating lighting prototypes that merge amadou with ceramic bases. Amadou pieces that would otherwise go unused due to their small size are repurposed and incorporated into the objects as a completely biodegradable composite material. Embodying the story of tinder mushrooms and their spiritual nature, the Kääpä+'s research-oriented approach introduces new perspectives on future material possibilities.
3daysofdesign is an exclusive event that's inclusive of everyone. Where the press, bloggers, buyers, designers, architects and design enthusiasts, as well as the general public, are invited to experience new concepts from our curated selection of brands from Denmark and elsewhere around the world.
Contact UsSince its inception in 2013, Signe Byrdal Terenziani has facilitated the growth of the design community in her role as Managing Director. It all began as a small design event held in an old warehouse in Nordhavn, a harbour area overlooking Copenhagen’s waterfront. Four Danish brands launched the event as a joint initiative: Montana, Erik Jørgensen (now owned by Fredericia Furniture), Anker & Co, and Kvadrat. At that time, Copenhagen lacked a proper design festival, since the previous annual furniture fair at Bella Center closed down some years before.
Today, the 3daysofdesign festival extends to the entire city of Copenhagen and is considered the most significant annual design festival in Scandinavia.
Each year since its inception, 3daysofdesign has grown in popularity exponentially. In 2023, over 250 brands exhibited at the festival, where visitors could choose from as many as 500 events to attend in various design districts across Copenhagen, such as design talks, networking events, etc.
3daysofdesign takes place every year in Copenhagen mainly during the second week of June from Wednesday to Friday. In 2024 the festival will be held from 12 - 14 June.
Pack your bags, book a hotel and come to Copenhagen! 3daysofdesign is open to the general public and everyone is invited to visit the showrooms, exhibitions, workshops and design talks. All events are free of charge – however this his year we're using a new QR ticket system to make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. Simply download our app and register as a visitor to gain access to all the exhibition spaces and events.
Please check the programme, which is updated on an ongoing basis, at 3daysofdesign.dk
You can look forward to seeing cutting-edge concepts from new and established names in lifestyle, design, furniture and interior design. Get a preview of new product launches. Learn about upcoming trends on the horizon. Meet the players behind forward-thinking ideas worth knowing. And network with like-minded people with a passion for design.
It's easy to get around in Copenhagen.
Rent a bike, jump on the bus or metro, catch a boat or simply walk from venue to venue. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the architecture, restaurants, cafes, shops and Copenhagen's relaxed vibe by day and vibrant night life.
Absolutely! Don't forget to download our app on your Android or iPhone. It provides a comprehensive view of all the festival events, including a complete list of exhibitions along with their locations on our interactive 3daysofdesign map. Plus, we're excited to introduce a new QR ticket system this year for easy access to everything the festival has to offer.