The Skandium Journal

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SIMPLY SCANDI: What Scandinavians are famous for – clean lines, simple design and neutral tones. Browse gifts for minimalists and Scandi design lovers - from elegant kitchenware for keen cooks...
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Muuto E27 product introduction
INTRODUCTION: E27 PENDANT LAMPS n 2018, the E27 Pendant Lamp celebrates its 10-year anniversary and it has become a true Muuto icon, coming in 18 various colours, among these, four new...
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Louis Poulsen autumn product release 2018
1958 was a groundbreaking year for design and architecture – and Denmark was fortunate to be home to a historic suite of these innovations. It was in this year that Poul...
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Semla Season, a.k.a the best buns in town
One of our favourite Scandinavian foodie destinations, ScandiKitchen, has been whetting our appetite over the past few weeks with photos of their many semlor buns. If you’re not familiar with...
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The history of Louis Poulsen
In 1896, Ludvig R. Poulsen, a Danish entrepreneur with a history in wine importation and electronics, hired his nephew, Louis Poulsen, to bring fresh blood into the family business. One...
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Authentic Egg Chair: How To Tell Its Not A Fake - 2024
Arguably one of the most iconic and recognisable pieces of furniture in Danish design history, Arne Jacobsen's classic Egg™ Chair has earned a place in the hearts of many. The...
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The Danish Search for the World's Happiest People
It's easy to see why Denmark is often called the world's happiest country. Not only do they have equal parental leave for men and women, free higher education and trains...
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Trend: Plywood
As a company founded by Scandinavians we know our way around a plywood design object, with long-lasting properties, high strength, simple lines and a resource-efficient material, it’s not hard to...
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The Nordic Midsummer; and the World's Best Cake
The Nordic midsommar is upon us, a three-day celebration lubricated by aquavit, herring, and cakes. Falling on the Friday closest to the summer solstice, cities become deserted as the hoards return...
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There goes the neighbourhood. Citizen Jane: Battle for the City
Citizen Jane: Battle for the City is the riveting new documentary of fabled urban activist Jane Jacobs, and her efforts to save New York from the threat of encroaching urbanisation....
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A Dark Danish Dinner for London Craft Week
Taking over the window of our Marylebone store, Berlin-based Danish designer Christine Roland installs a Dark Danish Dinner, forming a part of her ongoing project ‘Can cats talk to dogs...
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Lune™ sofa & Objects
Jaime Hayon: making art and design inseparable During Milan Design Week 2017, Hotel Fritz opened it’s doors for visitors to dive into the playful, whimsical world of Jaime Hayon. A...
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Aiayu pop-up for London Craft Week
We're excited to introduce an expanding range of the cult Danish brand, Aiayu in conjunction with London Craft Week. For a limited time, we’re pleased to welcoming Danish brand Aiayu into...
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Outdoor furniture trends
Escapism The need for an escape is real, enjoy the sunshine, soak in the vitamin D and enjoy the long summer evenings; whether you have a sprawling garden or a...
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The Milan Home 2017 by Carl Hansen & Søn
For this year’s Salone Del Mobile, Carl Hansen & Søn created The Milan Home, a carefully curated apartment to explore the way we translate our spaces into a home. Asking...
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Piloti by Hugo Passos; a new classic for Fredericia
Launching the new Piloti side tables from Fredericia. Piloti table by Hugo Passos for Fredericia Drawing on his extensive knowledge about wood, Hugo Passos has designed a series of minimalist...
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Cultural Wit and Elegance: Barceló Torre de Madrid Hotel Designed by Jaime Hayon
A core designer for one of our most beloved brands, Fritz Hansen, Spanish designer/artist Jamie Hayon recently redesigned the Barceló Torre de Madrid Hotel in his suitably humorous style. Hotel Torre...
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Skandium welcomes change in UK copyright law
Since 2011 brands and Skandium have been working with Intellectual Property lawyers and British MP’s in order to bring UK design copyright laws into line with those of the rest...
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Celebrating the mid-century modern master Jens Risom
Today we celebrate the life and work of Jens Risom, who sadly passed away last week aged 100 in Connecticut. Rison was one of the most well-known Danish design heroes of...
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A very special birthday!
A gift for a very special occasion. Kay Bojesen's Monkey was born in 1951. This version is a large personality measuring 46 cm in height. Like its younger brother, this...
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Kasthall | Quality never goes out of style, part 2
Welcome to the world of Kasthall rugs, a collection of hand tufted and woven rugs, made by hand at their factory in Sweden. Made to order, choose your rug from the...
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Skandium Selects: the London Design Fair
In partnership with the London Design Fair, we're proud to commit to our ongoing dedication to Scandinavian design. As part of the London Design Fair we were asked to select products displayed at this year's fair,...
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Georg Jensen unveils Urkiola collection
Introducing the new collection from Georg Jensen in collaboration with Spanish-designer, Patricia Urquiola. Patricia Urquiola, the designer: “Two words come to mind when I think of working with Georg Jensen:...
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How to dress your office
New rereleases: PK52 Professor desk & PK52A Student desk by Carl Hansen & Søn Debuted originally in 1955, Danish brand Carl Hansen & Søn have reissued a set of tables...
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How to throw a midsummer party
Known as St John's Day in Scandinavia, midsummer is a cause for great celebration in the Northern European countries, the period of time centered upon the summer solstice. For this...
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CH22 & CH26 chairs by Carl Hansen
Launching two chair designs by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn – CH22 lounge chair and CH26 dining chair. The CH22 lounge chair designed by Hans J Wegner...
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Raf Simons meets Kvadrat
Raf Simons for Kvadrat in conversation with Hettie Judah Raf Simons discusses the development of his first textile collection with Kvadrat, the difference between furniture and fashion and his...
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A story of passion - Celebrating 70 years of Penguin Classics at Skandium with Isokon Plus
On 26 May 2016, Penguin Classics celebrate its 70th anniversary with a new format and look for its books, launching a jewel-like return to colour after decades of black. Joining...
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A Scandinavian afternoon tea
Creating a hygge-filled afternoon tea Includes our edit of note-worthy Scandinavian teapots. There is increasing interest into the Danish term ‘Hygge’ a concept that’s been around for centuries and remains...
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Presenting: MENU
Founded in 1978, Menu’s philosophy has always been firmly rooted in a desire to make the world an uncomplicated, better place, to enrich people’s lives with beautiful environments. To celebrate...
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