Cover The Fritz Hansen Swan chair by Arne Jacobsen
The Fritz Hansen Swan chair by Arne Jacobsen
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Danish brand Fritz Hansen’s unforgettable classics have transformed interior spaces around the world since 1872; it celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. Here are some fabulous pieces we love
Our homes are our safe havens and a personalised space where we surround ourselves with the people and the things we love; these can include a playful mix of accent pieces that enliven various areas of our home. An accent piece is a great way to imbue a cosy nook with a “wow” factor, or to create a focal point in your home that also acts as a conversation starter among guests when they visit.
Indeed, few brands have introduced more iconic statement furnishings, or made more of an indelible mark on furniture design, throughout the modern era than Fritz Hansen; it’s available in Singapore exclusively at W. Atelier. The Danish firm got its start in Copenhagen in 1872 when its founder and cabinet maker, Fritz Hansen, obtained his trade license; he opened his namesake furniture production firm in the Danish capital’s Christianshavn district in 1885.
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Above The Fritz Hansen Ro chair by Jaime Hayon and Alphabet sofa by Piero Lissoni
The Fritz Hansen Ro chair by Jaime Hayon and Alphabet sofa by Piero Lissoni
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Business boomed on the back of his ornate furniture designs, and Hansen was soon appointed to furnish the Danish Parliament and Supreme Court, Copenhagen City Hall and other noteworthy institutions in Copenhagen. Roping in his son, Christian, Hansen built upon this nascent legacy to create high-quality furniture that would characterise his company for years to come.
The brand has worked with various designers of note to create furniture that embodies simplicity, style, and comfort, and is built upon a bedrock of exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials and enduring design. Its collaborations with visionary talents such as Arne Jacobsen, Poul Kjærholm, and Verner Panton as well as contemporary designers like Jaime Hayon, Piero Lissoni, and Japanese design studio Nendo have resulted in functional pieces that boast striking forms. Who can forget Arne Jacobsen’s instantly identifiable Egg chair and his best-selling Series 7 chair, or Poul Kjærholm’s minimalist masterpiece, the PK61 coffee table?
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Above The Fritz Hansen Lily chairs by Arne Jacobsen was first designed and manufactured in 1955
Above A promotional photograph from the 1970s that features the Fritz Hansen System 1-2-3 furniture by Verner Panton
The Fritz Hansen Lily chairs by Arne Jacobsen was first designed and manufactured in 1955
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To commemorate its 150th anniversary this year, Fritz Hansen has trawled the archives to re-issue some of its most iconic designs, in exclusive new materials. This special Anniversary Collection comprises much-loved pieces such as the Egg, Swan, Lily and Series 7 chairs as well as the PK61 coffee table, with updates including PVD-coated bases, and new upholstery.
We look at some of the brand’s key collaborations throughout the years, which have resulted in some of the most recognisable shapes in 20th-century furniture.
1. Fritz Hansen Egg and Swan Anniversary edition chairs by Arne Jacobsen
Above Fritz Hansen Egg and Swan Anniversary edition chairs by Arne Jacobsen
Fritz Hansen Egg and Swan Anniversary edition chairs by Arne Jacobsen
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Danish architect and furniture designer Arne Jacobsen enjoyed a productive working relationship with Fritz Hansen, collaborating on numerous iconic pieces such as the Circular table, the AJ trolley, and the Egg, Swan, Lily, and Series 7 chairs.
These aforementioned seats have all been produced in new guises to mark the brand’s 150th year; the Egg chair, for instance, features a black, PVD-coated base and an exclusive wool-blend upholstery fabric, Vanir, created by Raf Simons for Kvadrat and based on historical military jackets, while the Swan chair comes in soft Grace leather in a new chestnut hue.
Available here and here at W. Atelier
2. Fritz Hansen PK61 coffee table by Poul Kjærholm
Above The Fritz Hansen PK61 table by Poul Kjærholm
The Fritz Hansen PK61 table by Poul Kjærholm
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The PK61 coffee table charms with its deceptively simple form and clean lines, which allude to Danish designer and trained carpenter Poul Kjærholm’s early industrial-design leanings. The satin-brushed stainless steel base elements are joined with machine screws, which give the table a distinctive look.
Available at W. Atelier
3. Fritz Hansen N02 Recycle chairs by Nendo
Above N02 Recycle chair by Nendo for Fritz Hansen
N02 Recycle chair by Nendo for Fritz Hansen
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Award-winning Japanese design practice Nendo brings decidedly minimalist, albeit highly detailed, designs to fruition with the N02 Recycle chair for Fritz Hansen. The brainchild of Nendo founder, architect and designer Oki Sato, the chairs boast meticulous craftsmanship and strong eco-credentials: the N02 Recycle chair, available in various colours and iterations, is made from upcycled plastic household waste that can, in turn, be recycled again.
Available at W. Atelier
4. Alphabet sofa by Piero Lissoni
Above The Alphabet sofa by Piero Lissoni
The Alphabet sofa by Piero Lissoni
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Inspired by Lego bricks, the modular Alphabet sofa by Italian designer Piero Lissoni embodies modern-day looks and flexibility. Its units can be arranged in various configurations, while the seat, back and armrest come in a fabric upholstery that can be easily removed for cleaning. Various colour options, as well as sizes and shapes for the modules, ensure endless customisation possibilities.
Available at W. Atelier
5. PK0 A chair by Poul Kjærholm
Above PK0 A chair by Poul Kjærholm
PK0 A chair by Poul Kjærholm
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First designed in 1952, the iconic PK0 A chair by Poul Kjærholm bears a beautiful sculptural form with a timeless appeal. The curved seat has now been reissued in new finishes—choose from Oregon pine (seen above) or black ash with cinnabar red spacers, to own a piece of design history in your abode.
Available at W. Atelier
6. FH3605 table by Arne Jacobsen
Above Fritz Hansen FH3605 table by Arne Jacobsen, seen next to the PK0 A chairs by Poul Kjærholm
Fritz Hansen FH3605 table by Arne Jacobsen, seen next to the PK0 A chairs by Poul Kjærholm
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The FH3605 table by Arne Jacobsen may have been first produced in 1955 by Fritz Hansen, and yet its elegant appeal still endures, decades after its debut.
This reissued design now features two new table top and base options—choose from black ash or walnut veneer for the top to match with either the chromed steel or black powder-coated steel legs. You can also have the option of including a document drawer in solid wood, to match the tabletop material you have selected.
Available at W. Atelier
