Sørensen Leather is a global company specialising in high quality leather production. They have collaborated with some the most recognised designers, companies and galleries. Fritz Hansen, Menu, Note design studio, Fogia, and Erik Jørgensen for example. Sørensen’s headquarters just outside Aarhus, Denmark have recently been designed by Norm Architects. Using their leathers mixed with complimenting materials, Norm Architects have created a soft minimal and warm space to work. A muted colour palette of creams, beiges and browns make this design…
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Architecture Design hotels
The Bunkers, a minimalist b+b in Belgium (packed with Scandinavian design)
I don’t often talk about design hotels outside of Scandinavia but this family owned b+b in Belgium was too good not to share. This heritage farmhouse named The Bunkers was designed and restored by…
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Dreams can come true. This is how I felt while curled up in front of a roaring fire, looking out to a frozen Swedish lake. All in the comfort of the Vipp shelter for…
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The Gjøvik house designed by Norm Architects is a minimalist space and family home. The space s a combination of natural materials with clean lines and contrasting raw materials.With large window to visually bring the…
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On the edge of Copenhagen’s industrial harbour of Nordhavn, stands a historic coal crane transformed into an ultimate retreat. The Krane, designed by Arcgency is a unique design hotel and a concept that I’ve…
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Norm Architects have put their minimalist, Scandinavian stamp in the heart of the English Countryside. Reydon Grove Farm is one of the most stunning projects I’ve seen. This 247m2 single storey modernist home is…
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Danish architecture practice BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group have participated in the annual Serpentine Pavilion, this year being focussed on summerhouses. As part of the 16th pavilion, Serpentine Galleries set a brief for four architects…
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During my recent trip to Copenhagen I visited the Kastrup sea bath (Kastrup Søbad), situated on the Amager Strandvej beach. Outdoor swimming is a popular activity in Denmark, especially in Copenhagen and it’s my aim…