A Decade of Collaboration with BoConcept

Ten years ago, I began what has become one of my most enduring and enjoyable brand collaborations. Over the past decade, BoConcept has been a constant in our home, evolving alongside us through different spaces and stages of life. The partnership has nurtured my love of styling spaces and creating a home that feels personal, harmonious and reflective of my style, with a mix of pieces, both old and new, collected over time. As I embark on a brand new collaboration with the team, it felt like the perfect moment to look back at the sofas that have helped shape our living spaces over the years, and the process behind each one.

Choosing the right sofa for your home is such a big decision. Often the hero piece of a living room, it can act as both an anchor and a starting point for curating the entire space. It also plays a practical role, helping to define zones and create separation between living and dining areas in open-plan layouts. There’s a lot to think about in terms of style, such as modular or chaise, curved or boxy, low-slung or structured. Fabric choice is just as important — light or dark, smooth or textural, and always with durability in mind. Our living room is our sanctuary, the place where we relax, gather with friends, and stretch out as a family, so comfort has always been non-negotiable. I've always prioritised a slow and mindful approach to finding the right piece. Working with the BoConcept team allows me to think carefully about how I want the space to function and feel, choosing timeless, quality designs that are built to last rather than following a passing trend.

The Carmo Sofa

It all started with the Carmo. Contemporary Danish design at its best, I was immediately drawn to its clean lines, modular style, and fine piping detail along the edges. Choosing the fabric was one of my favourite parts of the process, and after bringing samples home and living with them alongside our existing palette of ash wood flooring and natural accents, the Lux Felt fabric won out. Made from NZ wool and the most durable in the collection, it was an easy choice with two young kids in the house. I chose dark grey, and loved the depth and contrast it brought to our walls, which were white at the time, and Nordic-inspired space.

What I quickly came to enjoy most about the Carmo was its versatility. The modular design meant we could reconfigure it endlessly, and if you've followed TDC for a while, you'll know how often I took advantage of that. From a classic L-shape to a full modular configuration running the length of one wall, it worked beautifully in every arrangement, and provided a natural separation between the living space and kitchen and dining areas — a great feature for our open-plan layout. The BoConcept Home Creator 3D tool was invaluable during the planning process, and we ended up going bigger than we initially thought possible. It's a tool I'd recommend to anyone navigating a sofa decision.

The Carlton Sofa

When the time came for a change, I chose the Carlton, a sofa inspired by the atmosphere of elegant homes of the late 60s and early 70s. This time, I made the exciting decision to go with two separate sofas in two different fabrics: a 3-seater in the light silver Napoli fabric, a corduroy velvet developed exclusively for BoConcept with a soft greige undertone, and a 2.5-seater in light caramel Oxford leather. Understated yet warm, the two fabrics complemented each other beautifully, while providing a nice change from the dark grey of the Carmo.

I loved how effortlessly our existing pieces, including cushions, throws, and art, worked with the new sofas. And it gave me the perfect excuse to add the BoConcept Waza rug in silver (later moved to our downstairs living space), which I had been admiring for some time. 

The Amsterdam Sofa

The Amsterdam moved into our downstairs family living space as we transitioned the room from a kids' space into something a little more grown up, and it was the perfect piece to anchor that shift. Designed by Henrik Pedersen, it blends clean architectural lines with voluminous cushions and mid-century detailing, including bolster cushions and piped seams, that give it a timeless quality. We chose the Resting Module configuration, with an armrest on one side and an open end on the other, which worked perfectly for the space.

For fabric, I chose Dusty Green velvet — a stunning pairing with our dark wooden flooring, and a colour that added a gorgeous layer of warmth and tactility to the room. Down the track, I collaborated with artist Greer Clayton on a painting that picked up the colours of the Amsterdam sofa beautifully.

The Modena Sofa

The Modena arrived in our main living area alongside the Bermuda footstool, and it felt like a breath of fresh air. Refined and elegant, designer Morten Georgsen softened the contemporary lines with curved edges, pull-in stitch details, and a sloping backrest. I chose the Lazio bouclé fabric in white, and the Bermuda footstool in beige Lazio. We later added the Charlotte armchairs in Auckland bouclé, a luxurious heavyweight wool textile.

Alongside the sofa collaborations, I've enjoyed working with BoConcept on styling shoots over the years, bringing additional pieces into our home, and expanding our creative partnership.

Most recently I’ve switched the Amsterdam and Modena between our two living spaces, showing how simple changes can breathe new life into a space without buying anything new.

The reason I keep returning to BoConcept, year after year, is simple. Their sofas are genuinely beautiful, exceptionally comfortable, and designed to last. There’s always a design that speaks to what I am looking for at the time, and the team's expertise and service have made every collaboration a pleasure.

Watch This Space

A decade in, and there’s still more to come. I’m thrilled to be embarking on a brand new BoConcept collaboration, and I cannot wait to share it with you. Stay tuned.

This post was created in collaboration with BoConcept. I only work with products I love and all opinions are my own. For more information please visit my About Page.

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Audo Copenhagen opens Audo House New York, First Flagship outside Scandinavia

In the heart of Tribeca, within a landmarked building emblematic of downtown New York’s architectural heritage, Audo Copenhagen unveils Audo House New York — the brand’s first Audo House outside Scandinavia. Designed by Norm Architects as more than a traditional showroom, the space introduces a new archetype: one that is inhabited, social, and continuously evolving. Here, architecture, furniture, art, and human interaction come together in a setting where design is experienced in context.

Rooted in Audo’s Danish DNA and inspired by the spirit of Audo House in Copenhagen, the showroom translates Scandinavian sensibility into a distinctly New York setting shaped by history, materials and urban rhythm. Rather than imposing a new identity onto the building, the design works in conversation with the existing structure and interior architecture. The cadence of columns, generous volumes and filtered light establish a spatial framework that guides movement through the interior.

Designed to serve as a hybrid hub for cultural exchange, the venue will host talks and exhibitions throughout the year. These gatherings reflect Audo’s belief in design as a means of bringing people together and shaping environments that invite people to meet, engage and return.

“With Audo House New York we wanted to create a dialogue between our roots in Copenhagen and the unmistakable character of New York. Set in a historic Tribeca building, the space blends Scandinavian calm with the raw texture and energy that define the neighbourhood – creating a place where design, culture and community naturally come together.”—Joachim Kornbek-Engell Hansen, Design & Brand Director at Audo Copenhagen. 

Typical New York materials are reinterpreted through a Scandinavian lens and balanced with warm woods, muted tones and natural finishes. The resulting environment reflects Audo’s philosophy of soft minimalism, where forms are sculptural yet understated and materials are chosen for their tactility and longevity. The interiors are styled by longtime Audo collaborator Colin King, whose approach brings a sense of ease and continuity to the space through layered textures, tonal restraint and a lived-in atmosphere that allows the design to feel inhabited rather than staged.

Works by Portland-based multidisciplinary artist Benjamin Ewing further anchor the space, continuing a relationship that began with the opening of Audo House Copenhagen. His paintings and sculptural pieces introduce an additional material dialogue within the interiors, reinforcing Audo House New York as a setting where design, art and architecture intersect. Furniture is arranged as it would be in a lived environment to invite use, conversation and pause. Meanwhile, lighting, textiles and objects create an atmosphere of warmth and ease, allowing the space to unfold gradually and reveal itself through experience.

Photography by Jonas Bjerre Poulsen and Sean Davidson

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Brdr. Krüger Copenhagen Flagship Store: A Curated Spatial Experience

Brdr. Krüger unveils its renewed Copenhagen flagship store marking a new chapter in its spatial and curatorial direction. Designed by Studio Nathalie Schwer the store brings together the brand’s furniture collection with selected international collaborators, including Swedish kitchen makers Nordiska Kök. The interior is organised as a sequence of interconnected settings, placing the furniture within a broader material and architectural context and inviting a more considered engagement with craftsmanship, materiality and atmosphere.

The transformation coincides with Brdr. Krüger’s 140-year anniversary and further strengthens the brand’s positioning of craft within a contemporary cultural framework. Founded in 1886, the family-owned company continues to produce in Denmark while working closely with architects and designers. The renewed space extends this legacy, placing the collection within Copenhagen’s evolving international design landscape.

“Rather than creating a traditional showroom, we wanted to rethink how our furniture is experienced. The ambition was to invite a more intimate exploration—encouraging a slower, more attentive way of experiencing design.” — Jonas Krüger, Design Director, Brdr. Krüger.

The comprehensive interior design is defined by Studio Nathalie Schwer’s architectural approach and sensitivity to material. Bespoke dividers in wood, glass and textile create a series of zones that shift between openness and intimacy. As part of this process, Studio Nathalie Schwer has selected and developed bespoke textiles and material combinations specifically for the space. These have been applied to the Brdr. Krüger furniture to establish a distinct, site-specific expression.

“We set out to create a cohesive spatial narrative, where furniture, lighting, materials and architecture form a shared language. The space is conceived as a sequence of shifting zones—balancing openness and enclosure, and allowing the experience to evolve through movement and perspective.” — Nathalie Schwer, Studio Nathalie Schwer.

Nordiska Kök introduces a deconstructed kitchen element in terrazzo, stone, stainless steel and textured glass, alongside an integrated material library. Lighting by David Pompa brings a sculptural, tactile quality, shaped through material transformation and craft. Rugs from Woodnotes, paint by St. Leo, shelving by Detra, and artworks curated with Bricks Gallery complete the space, reinforcing its layered, material-driven feel.

Located at Bredgade 28 in central Copenhagen, the flagship store is now open and will be officially presented at this year’s 3daysofdesign.

Photography by Anders Schonnemann

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The Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup

Dinesen, Denmark's leading manufacturer of high-end wooden flooring, has unveiled the Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup in Brooklyn, New York — a temporary showroom and immersive space designed by acclaimed Danish architect David Thulstrup. The apartment will be open until February 2026, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience Dinesen wood in an intimate and beautifully curated residential setting.

Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup moves beyond traditional showroom displays, instead presenting Danish design within a carefully curated living space that captures the poetic essence of Dinesen wood.

"Everything I design is about crafting a sense of place," said Thulstrup. "The apartment is not just about showcasing materials — it's about evoking emotion through scale, light and texture. Dinesen's wood, grown over decades, carries a quiet power. This project allows visitors to feel that in a completely immersive way."

Located across the 1st and 2nd floors of 144 Vanderbilt Avenue, a thoughtfully designed building by SO—IL, and developed by Tankhouse, the project highlights the seamless integration of architecture, interiors and craftsmanship. Tankhouse’s contractor and developer role ensured the building became a complementary canvas for presenting Dinesen in a warm, homely context.

The pop-up showroom marks Dinesen’s first spatial venture in America. It is the brand’s second apartment concept, following the celebrated launch of the Dinesen Apartment by John Pawson at the Copenhagen showroom in 2024.

At the heart of the space is Dinesen Layers Oak in the Classic variant, chosen for its calm elegance and engineered stability. Seamless surfaces unify the interior, while select uses of Layers HeartOak add depth and character with natural cracks held by oak butterfly joints. The wood extends to cladding and a bespoke staircase in Layers Oak, a built-in bookcase in solid Oak Classic and a solid HeartOak headboard, creating a warm, continuous visual language.

The interiors are furnished with a curated mix of David Thulstrup's designs, including the Arv Collection for Brdr. Kruger and pieces by John Pawson for Dinesen. Thulstrup chose the upholstery made of Levino fabric by Sahco.

"I like to layer different timelines and characters — contemporary, classic, and crafted," said Thulstrup. "The overall mood is quiet and grounded. I wanted the atmosphere to slow down time."

Danish vintage pieces by Arne Jacobsen and Severin Hansen, by Dagmar, lend a historical layer to the space.

“We hold deep respect for materials, traditions and craftsmanship from the golden era of Scandinavian design,” said Dagmar. “We proudly share these values with Dinesen and David Thulstrup and contribute to this collaboration with reissued furniture by Danish icon Severin Hansen.”

Every element of the apartment reflects Dinesen's dedication to quality and craft. The Danish carpentry duo Ocular installed the flooring and carried out the meticulously crafted joinery details, from the half-turn staircase, wall-claddings and doors to the built-in furniture. Walls are painted in Titian, Sand and Suede, developed by David Thulstrup for Bleo. Their nuanced pigments complement the warmth of the wood and the natural light. Softness and texture are thoughtfully layered throughout the apartment, with rugs, drapery, upholstery, bedwear, blankets, towels and bathmats from Kvadrat, Sahco and Magniberg.

The finishing touches include Penumbra, a sculptural hollowware piece by David Thulstrup for Georg Jensen, and door handles from FSB, further emphasising the story of material sensitivity and Danish design heritage.

Beyond being a showroom, the Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup is a working residence, event space and meeting hub. It invites guests to experience Dinesen in context — light steps on Oak floors, conversations around handcrafted furniture and textures felt with the whole body.

"In an age of hyper-visual design, we wanted to offer something deeper," said Thulstrup. "Spaces should be sensed, not just seen. This apartment is an invitation to connect with materials in a way that photography alone can't convey."

Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup will be open by appointment until February 2026.
Schedule a visit here.

Photography by Eric Petschek

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