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Danish Design – Fabulous and Functional
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Definitions of Danish design have filled countless books and newspaper articles over the last few decades, but its essence is to be found in timeless simplicity, quality materials and functionality. One thing is certain; Danes are among the leaders in world design and modern urban planning.
Denmark’s fashion thermometer has also been on the rise since the 1990’s and now encompasses over 500 brands, many retailed worldwide. The Danes have become particularly known for their unique take on design, innovation and aesthetics and in spite of its success, Danish fashion remains affordable and accessible, with a budget friendly appeal.
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The Danish Design Centre is a ‘must visit’ for anyone appreciating good design and the perfect point of departure for exploring Copenhagen’s design treasures. The centre’s task is to promote the importance of good designs in our everyday lives. The permanent exhibition displays true design icons of the 20th century and this inspiring venue is open every day of the week.
Jørn Utzon, designer of Sydney Opera House, also designed the Paustian furniture store in the dock area. Here you find the best of interior design from Scandinavia and from the rest of the world. In the district of Østerbro, Normann Copenhagen is an international design firm with an urge to explore the world. Humour, together with innovation and quality, are the driving forces, and the philosophy is "Less is more." The 1700 square meter store is located in an old cinema.
The Danish design department store, Illums Bolighus, Royal Copenhagen and Georg Jensen, the famous Danish silverware brand are all located on Copenhagen's main shopping street “Strøget” and sell a wide range of Scandinavian household designer goods.
The last few years have witnessed an increasing interest in Danish design from the 20th century. This renaissance is founded on the work of several great names, including Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint and Poul Henningsen. Their designs are very much back in style, having been featured extensively by trend-setting magazines like Wallpaper, Monocle, Dazed and Confused, and Vogue. Jacobsen's Egg, Ant and Swan chairs, and Henningsen's lamp shades for example, are still to be seen in many of the coolest cafés and retro-style bars in Copenhagen as well as in London and New York.
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