Nordic Minimalist
Embracing simplicity and purity, but always with warmth, this aesthetic focuses on an appreciation of craft and natural materials. Its roots are found in the Royal Danish Academy where Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, and Jens Risom studied under Kaare Klint.
Elements of the style
Clean lines free of ornamentation
Natural materials, especially light woods and woven materials such as paper cord
A deep appreciation for craftsmanship and handcraft
A white and neutral palette to add light during long winter nights, with bright sparks of color and pattern
“One cannot create happiness with beautiful objects, but one can spoil quite a lot of happiness with bad ones.” — Finn Juhl
Defining designs
Artek Aalto Stool 60
Designed by Finnish architect Alvar Aalto in 1933, this iconic steam-bent birch stool with his signature L-leg is designed to be easily movable and stackable.
Pastille Chair
Born in Iceland and based in New York, Hlynur Atlason designed the Pastille Collection with slender lines and a high seat that’s topped with memory foam for plush, tailored comfort.
Kiral Bed
This wide, low platform bed crafted of solid white ash using traditional joinery techniques creates a minimalist, serene feeling in a bedroom.
Wishbone Chair
This iconic Danish design by Hans Wegner from 1949 features a steam-bent solid wood frame with its trademark curved back and a handwoven paper cord seat.
Kapsel Sofa
Danish designer Chris Halstrøm’s sofa nests thick, downy cushions inside a sleek wraparound wood shell.
Miro Bed and Storage
Miro blends minimalist sensibilities with the soft comfort of its upholstered headboard. The dresser and nightstand echo its gently rounded corners.
Nora Lounge Chair
Denmark-based Norm Architects designed the Nora Chair as a sleek, modern take on the embracing form of the traditional wing chair.
Karimoku Dining
Karimoku celebrates the beauty of wood in a table and chairs that combine Danish design with Japanese craftsmanship.
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