A dive into Northern European design,
a style that never goes out of fashion: masters, companies and projects
From the concept of democratic design launched by Ikea, a constellation of brands has emerged today, each interpreting accessibility and style in different ways, starting in Scandinavia and landing… in Spain.
The company producing masterpieces such as the Wishbone Chair, founded on the Danish island of Fyn, run for over a century by the founder’s family, has made the union of traditional craftsmanship and industrial culture world-famous.
There is a generation that has grown up immersed in Scandinavian imagery, where hygge is a fundamental value and the Wishbone Chair is a dream to have at home. That's why Nordic design is more fashionable than ever.
Scandinavian design has changed the way we live. Simple and functional, it emerged between the 1930s and 1950s and continues to define an idea of accessible, lasting well-being.
From the Domus archives, the story of the iconic PH lamps, produced by Louis Poulsen, and their creator, a critic of the contemporary with a modern approach to design.
Copenhagen’s relaxed design fair offers a rare opportunity for direct encounters with companies and designers. We’ve selected the most exciting debuts from eight standout Scandinavian brands.
Can an IKEA chair cost thousands of euros? Yes, if the designer was Verner Panton and the furniture has become extremely sought-after by vintage collectors.
