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As a tribute to the woodworking craft, Carl Hansen & Søn is now relaunching two of Kaare Klint’s absolute masterpieces: the English Chair and the Spherical Bed. These are the most time-consuming and complex furniture pieces to craft in the collection.
Considered one of the most famous symbols of Danish furniture design, the CH24 is, of course, also known as the Wishbone Chair. Globally admired, its elegant, curved frame is often spotted in the world’s best restaurants and hotels as well as homes all over the world.
The remarkable legacy of five chair designs by Hans J. Wegner has shaped the Carl Hansen & Søn philosophy for over 75 years and is a celebration of collaboration and craftsmanship.
The Lab
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Meet CEO Knud Erik Hansen and two of Carl Hansen & Søn’s apprentices, Amalie Liv Holm and Tobias Lykke Søby.
The Lab Collection
Discover the STOCK storage collection
Together with Carl Hansen & Søn, Laura Bilde and Thibaut Allgayer have created STOCK – a storage collection based on the theme Factory, inspired by industrial spaces and the shipping box. STOCK has been created in close collaboration with the talented apprentices in Carl Hansen & Søn’s own apprentice workshop THE LAB, which is founded in order to train the best cabinet makers possible, and to preserve the craftsmanship in Denmark.
The Catalan sculptor created a maze of arches and niches that inspired his monolithic creations. See how his world becomes the perfect stage for the iconic design of Hans J. Wegner in a seamless visual co-existence.
Børge Mogensen designed furniture for the people and often used his pieces in his own, private homes. As his home is a true embodiment of his vision, explore the house here.
Architect Sevil Peach explains how the Carl Hansen & Søn collection is optimal for a modern workplace and can communicate company values. Read more.
Discover the story of Kaare Klint’s work for former Prime Minister Thorvald Stauning, when Klint was asked to design a very famous office.
To celebrate the foundations and legacy of Danish Modern, Carl Hansen & Søn brings to life the story of its founding father, Kaare Klint.
In his highly productive career, Hans J. Wegner, the world-famous furniture designer, created some of the world’s best chairs.
Brad Ascalon is the American designer behind Carl Hansen & Søn’s new Preludia Series. He talks to us here about his approach to design and his respect for the Danish Modern philosophy
When you choose a product from Carl Hansen & Søn, you get more than just a piece of furniture. You will become part of a long and proud tradition of beautiful and distinctive craftsmanship where nothing is left to chance. We are the world’s largest manufacturer of furniture designed by Hans J. Wegner, and we also produce furniture created by renowned furniture designers such as Arne Jacobsen, Børge Mogensen, Ole Wanscher, Kaare Klint, Poul Kjærholm, Bodil Kjær and Tadao Ando. Carl Hansen & Søn represents more than 100 years of Danish design history, and our furniture is sold worldwide.
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