3daysofdesign 2024: the Scandinavian design festival bridging heritage and innovation
From June 12 to 14, the Danish design capital celebrates the 2024 edition of 3daysofdesign, themed around "the dream" as a catalyst for creativity and innovation. Over the course of this three-day fair, Copenhagen’s iconic districts—rich in Scandinavian design history—transform into hubs for futuristic visions and projects. The event, rooted in tradition, also welcomes contributions from Italian brands and others worldwide, all embracing the Hygge philosophy of Nordic lifestyle.
For leading Scandinavian brands, this event offers a chance to open their city showrooms to the public, preview their fall collections, and host unique behind-the-scenes events and workshops.
With an exhibition celebrating the work of British designer Robin Day, featuring a special talk by his daughter Paula Day, &Tradition unveils a collection that includes newly released classics, alongside archival designs by Verner Panton and Hvidt & Mølgaard. Additionally, new designs by contemporary designers Jaime Hayon, Anderssen & Voll, Space Copenhagen, Louise Liljencrantz, Luca Nichetto, and Sami Kallio will also be featured.
Gubi introduces "Tactile Encounters," a celebration of the essential roles of fabric and color in an object's story and our personal interactions, experiences, and memories associated with it.
The exhibition draws inspiration from the vivid array of colors, shapes, and textures found in the work of Anni and Josef Albers, pioneering 20th-century Bauhaus artists who redefined the interplay between color, visual perception, art, and craft.
Set against this graphic backdrop, which includes design classics and contemporary projects, Gubi unveils its 2024 fall collection. This new release features updated editions of furniture and lamps by Pierre Paulin and Mathieu Matégot, as well as new textile designs created in collaboration with Vibeke Fonnesberg Schmidt, GamFratesi, and Dedar.
House of Finn Juhl proudly presents the Kettelhut Chair, a reissue of the design originally known as SW 86. This chair has been renamed in honor of the former marketing vice president of Baker Furniture, the current owner of the original watercolor design. In the 1950s, they launched and relaunched several of Juhl's designs, leading to this new version aptly named the "Kettelhut".
Finn Juhl designed this armchair with wide arms that frame a cozy seat, intending for it to transcend the borders of Denmark. Consequently, he decided to send the design to Baker Furniture in Michigan, USA.
The armchair's frame is crafted from a combination of oak and solid walnut, while the seat is available in either leather or fabric upholstery.
Audo Copenhagen invites you into a home with a refreshed feel and a brighter ambiance. Featuring an updated range of fabrics and colors, this brand—born from the merger of the renowned Menu Design and By Lassen—celebrates Scandinavian design tradition and presents brand-new pieces under centered around the "Shine a Light" theme.
This year, Normann Copenhagen celebrates 25 years of design with a tribute exhibition that explores the brand's core elements through the past, present, and future. The "Elements of Normann Copenhagen" exhibition spans three floors of the showroom, showcasing a passion for color, materials, sustainability, and experimentation through new additions and classic pieces from the collection.
At 3daysofdesign, Fredericia focuses on the theme of heritage reimagined for the home of the future. The exhibition 'Crafting the Present' features a rich schedule of talks and workshops, inviting you to explore the heart of the collection and discover the processes and people behind the creation of its most iconic pieces.
Carl Hansen & Søn's "Shaping the Future" event showcases the new arrivals alongside timeless classics. The setting features iconic pieces and new collections, celebrating 110 years of Hans J. Wegner. The brand showcases a preview of the reissued Kaare Klint's iconic Spherical Bed and English Chair, along with the debut of an exclusive selection of lamps designed by Hans J. Wegner and Henning Koppel.
Fritz Hansen presents a lineup of events and installations guided by the concept "Islands of Wellbeing". This exhibition, spread across three locations, Operaparken, Væksthuset, and Papirøen, explores the theme of wellbeing through aesthetic islands where iconic furniture and innovative designs that create "human-centered" spaces: the art outdoor lounging, the world of welcoming hospitality, and the modern workspace with dynamic and versatile configurations for both sharing and privacy.
The Hay showroom features a preview of the Fall 2024 collection of furniture and lighting. The furniture collection introduces the new Quilton Lift by Doshi Levien, Marc Morro's Taburete 8 stool, Jonas Trampedach's Shim Coffee Table, Stefan Scholten's Facet Cabinet, and Muller Van Severen's Colour Rack.
New lighting proposals include Drome by Christian Juhl, the Brim pendant by Rui Pereira and Ryosuke Fukusada, Cupola by John Tree, and the Ono Flush Mount by Aspekt Office.
Continuing in the realm of Scandinavian lighting, Le Klint introduces new products that maintain the handcrafted style that distinguishes the collection, while embracing a functional and dynamic concept of light.
The Spot lamp showcases a minimalist design, emphasizing its unique functional features. With a swiveling shade equipped with a handle, it can be used as a tabletop lamp, a floor lamp, or a wall lamp, thanks to an additional hook. Spot is a versatile, all-in-one solution with an appealing aesthetic.
Celine, the new lamp introduced by OEO Studio, is a tribute to both Kaare Klint and Designmuseum Danmark. Reflecting Klint's creative style—an enduring source of inspiration for their uncompromising, richly detailed, and timeless work—the lamp exemplifies elegance and versatility.
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