I have more from my visit to 3 Days of Design for you today: the debut of Audo Copenhagen, which was born out of the recent merger of existing brands Menu and by Lassen.
A new name in Danish design, Audo Copenhagen brings together Menu’s range of furniture, lighting and accessories with by Lassen’s stable of Scandinavian classics. It’s housed at the former’s HQ, hotel, cafe and concept store The Audo – itself renamed Audo House – and encompasses contemporary pieces from the likes of Norm Architects and Danielle Siggerud alongside mid-century icons such as the ‘Kubus’ candleholder (1962) by Mogens Lassen, the ‘Tired Man’ chair (1935) by Flemming Lassen, the ‘Radiohus’ sofa (1936) by Vilhelm Lauritzen and the ‘Penguin’ chair (1953) by Ib Kofod-Larsen.
The united portfolio is now on display at the revamped Audo House concept store and cafe, curated by Christian Møller Andersen. I had the chance to look around during 3 Days and loved the beautiful mix of clean lines, tactile materials and sculptural shapes. As well as the brand’s own pieces, there are books, clothing and lifestyle ranges from selected partners – all complemented by earthy Mediterranean-inspired colours from eco-friendly paint and plaster maker St. Leo and eclectic upholstery fabrics by Dedar, Christian Lacroix and Kelly Wearstle. The result is elegant yet relaxed, with the various spaces arranged as a series of rooms demonstrating distinctive moods and uses. They’re a joy to wander around, inviting you to explore and linger as you please.
“Audo House reflects Audo Copenhagen’s collaborative spirit. Redefining how we use design, space and, ultimately, how we connect to one another, it’s a creative destination for powerful ideas, beautiful design and inspiration.”
Joachim Kornbek-Engell Hansen, Design & Brand Director
For 3 Days, the hotel (which I had the pleasure of staying at myself last year) also threw open its doors to the public for an installation called ‘Fence’. The work of New York-based floral artist Alex Crowder and stylist Colin King, it featured arrangements of ‘phragmites australis’ reeds in King’s ‘Stance’ vases (part of his Audo Copenhagen accessory line). The aim was to demonstrate how common natural elements can be elevated into something beautiful, and it formed a sensorial oasis amid the festival’s hustle and bustle.
Audo Copenhagen an exciting new chapter for two brands that I’ve admired for many years, and I’m looking forward to seeing how it evolves. With more new designs and classic relaunches to come, it certainly promises to be an interesting journey.
See Audo Copenhagen’s full collection here, and find out more about Audo House here.
All photography courtesy of Audo Copenhagen
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