3 Days of Design 2025: 15 highlights in the Danish capital

18 highlights at 3 Days of Design 2025. DAC, Dansk Arkitektur Center – Photo by Rasmus Hjortshoj.

Design. From June 18-20, 3 Days of Design 2025 is set to light up Copenhagen once again, bringing the city to life with inspiring exhibitions, thought-provoking installations, engaging talks, and creative events — all centred around this year’s theme: Keep It Real. Now in its 12th year, the city-wide design festival welcomes hundreds of international brands and designers, from established names to exciting new voices. We’ve picked out 18 must-see showcases you won’t want to miss in the Danish capital.

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Barvinok table by Furn Object, Ukraine House in Denmark – Photo by Alina Dichkova.

“Our KEEP IT REAL theme for 2025 honours individual expression and experiences, echoing our deep desire for a world that’s more caring, inclusive, and conscious,” shares Signe Byrdal Terenziani, CEO & Managing Director of 3 Days of Design.

At a time when technology can effortlessly mimic creativity — crafting art, stories, and beauty in seconds — it’s more important than ever to recognise what sets us apart. “Machines don’t feel. They don’t have empathy, memories, or life stories. “But you do,” Terenziani says. “That’s why we encourage everyone to KEEP IT REAL. As an act of resistance. A quiet rebellion that champions authenticity.”

No.1 Common Material workshop, AHEC and Benchmark – Photo by Dan Medhurst, courtesy of Material Matters.

After three successful editions in London, Material Matters makes its much-anticipated debut in Copenhagen at the historic Gammel Dok warehouse in Christianshavn. The fair dives into the future of sustainable design and materials. Highlights include an installation by Kia Utzon-Frank for AHEC Europe, exploring the untapped potential of hardwood timber. Hydro presents a new collection featuring renowned designers like Sabine Marcelis, Stefan Diez, and Cecilie Manz. The New Raw showcases innovative 3D-printed furniture made from recycled plastic. Meanwhile, Ukraine House in Denmark offers a poignant perspective on creating contemporary design during wartime. It’s an inspiring must-see event. [Strandgade 27B, Map].

Hydro_R100 Products – Photo by Einar Aslaksen.

BREAD AND BUTTER is a travelling exhibition platform spotlighting fresh talent in design. For 3 Days of Design, the show Perfect Pair brings together dining objects by 12 designers from Korea, Denmark, and the Netherlands—each piece thoughtfully complementing, contrasting, or completing another like bread and butter. The name hints at both essential duos and daily rituals. Fittingly, the exhibition is hosted in collaboration with OURI, the latest restaurant from KOPAN, Copenhagen’s leading name in contemporary Korean cuisine. A feast for the eyes—and the table! [Sankt Peders Stræde 24a, Map].

Bread and Butter at 3 Days of Design 2025 – Courtesy of Bread and Butter.

Now in its sixth edition, FRAMING transforms the stunning Odd Fellow Palace into a showcase of innovation and creativity. Over 40 Danish and international design brands—including Pulkra, Secto Design, Luceplan, Ethimo, and Lasvit—bring their latest concepts to life within the rococo grandeur of the 18th-century venue. Just steps away, Harsdorff House hosts a solo exhibition, offering a more intimate take on the dynamic world of contemporary design. [Bredgade 28, Map].

FRAMING at 3 Days of Design 2025 – Courtesy of 3DD.

At the DAC–Danish Architecture Center, design studio Spacon & X presents the Meet Me Here installation that invites us to rediscover what happens when we’re physically present together. Today, we’re clicking, swiping, and communicating digitally like never before, and this changes how we spend time together. We’re losing something important: meaningful physical presence, spontaneity, and those little chance encounters that create a sense of belonging. Taking over the Gallery Stairs, Meet Me Here is a physical and sensory reminder that presence can’t be streamed – only experienced. In real life. [Bryghuspladsen 10, Map].

DAC, Dansk Arkitektur Center – Photo by Rasmus Hjortshoj.

Artek is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a special collaboration alongside iconic Finnish design house Marimekko. Together, they’ve created a limited-edition collection of Alvar Aalto’s timeless furniture, blending Artek’s signature wood-bending craftsmanship with Marimekko’s bold, artistic prints through a stunning marquetry technique. The result is a striking installation that highlights the shared spirit of both brands, deeply rooted in architecture, nature, and a human-centred approach to design. [Pilestræde 29, Map].

Artek and Marimekko at 3 Days of Design 2025 – Courtesy of Marimekko.

Swedish design brand Hem celebrates its 10th anniversary in central Copenhagen, marking the milestone with a series of exciting new releases. Highlights include the Great Sofa by Philippe Malouin and a vibrant collaboration with Kusheda Mensah. Her interlocking, colourful pieces invite people to connect, both physically and emotionally — a perfect reflection of Hem’s playful and inclusive approach to modern living. [Bredgade 65, Map].

Palma Pouf by Kusheda Mensah x Hem – Photo by Erik Wåhlström.

Scandinavian design brand Muuto partners with Kinda Studios to present Muuto Spaces, a calming rooftop installation designed for reflection. Central to the experience is Lise Vester’s Dream View Bench, shaped to support daydreaming and gazing at the sky. Alongside immersive design, visitors can explore talks on neuroaesthetics and the future of well-being in design, as well as a sneak peek at Muuto’s September launches. It’s a mindful escape above the city. [Østergade 36—38, 3rd—4th floor, Map].

Dream View bench by Lise Vester x Muuto – Photo by Muuto.

Kvadrat unveils Frequency, a poetic, floating installation that plays with light, colour, and rhythm through textiles. Showcasing its latest residential collection, the display invites visitors into a multi-sensory world of curtains and rugs in motion. Afterwards, unwind at the Kvadrat x Vitra Café, where seasonal dishes by Chef Mikkel Karstad are served in a space featuring Kvadrat’s Waves acoustics and Vitra furniture — all dressed in Kvadrat’s own fabrics. [Pakhus 48, Klubiensvej 22, Map].

Frequency by Kvadrat – Photo by Kvadrat.

In two iconic Copenhagen locations, Fritz Hansen presents Shaping Lasting Design, a tribute to its 153-year journey. At the flagship store, archival treasures sit alongside upcoming pieces, with live demonstrations celebrating craftsmanship and repair. Just around the corner, a cosy pop-up restaurant in The King’s Garden invites guests to relax in Fritz Hansen’s signature comfort, surrounded by warm hospitality and timeless Danish design. [Valkendorfsgade 4, Map].

After Chair by Michael Anastassiades x Fritz Hansen – Photo by Fritz Hansen.

Finnish design brand Iittala—celebrated for its artistic glasswork and thoughtful everyday objects—unveils its Autumn/Winter 2025 collection, offering a fresh take on light, texture, and material. The collection blends reimagined classics with exciting new launches, including the warm-toned Solare glass and Iittala’s very first scented candles, inspired by the elemental forces at the heart of craftsmanship: fire, sand, and water. [Frederiksgade 1, Map].

Iittala new scented candles – Photo by Iittala.

Royal Copenhagen celebrates 250 years of craftsmanship with a contemporary twist during 3 Days of Design. Led by new Creative Director Jasper Toron Nielsen, the brand unveils an immersive installation at its flagship store, reinterpreting its rich heritage through a modern lens. The event also marks the debut of Kontur—a new interior collection inspired by oceanic movement—alongside a pop-up shop, Motif café, heritage displays, and interactive hand-painting workshops. [Amagertorv 6, Map].

Kontur collection – Photo by Royal Copenhagen.

In its historic Copenhagen showroom, Fredericia presents Intersections, a thoughtful look at how design shapes everyday life. From identity to daily rituals, the exhibition reflects on the evolving role of the home. Founded in 1911, Fredericia continues its legacy with timeless craftsmanship and meaningful collaborations. This year’s exhibition honours icons like Børge Mogensen, Nanna Ditzel, Barber Osgerby, and Cecilie Manz, while welcoming fresh perspectives from today’s leading voices. [Løvstræde 1, Map].

Nanna Ditzel’s Bench for Two x Fredericia – Courtesy of Fredericia.

Join Louis Poulsen for a sunny celebration of light and creativity. Outside, enjoy the vibrant Circle Dome Square installation by artist Henrik Vibskov. Inside, step into a completely transformed store filled with this summer’s exciting product launches. With treats, fun, and fresh ideas, it’s the perfect stop to soak up the spirit of Scandinavian lighting design. [Kuglegårdsvej 19—23, Map].

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Following a successful debut in London, Proof of Concept heads to Copenhagen, setting up in a charming historic space in Christianshavn. This year’s theme, Connect, the exhibition offers an intimate, process-led look at contemporary design. Small-scale furniture, lighting, textiles, and more are paired with their prototypes, sketches, and raw experiments. Projects range from Alt Studios’ off-grid architectural retreat in the Scottish Highlands to Hugo Passos’ sculptural oak bench, and SmithMatthias’ precision-machined Obi lamp. Ernst / Bartholin Jensen reworked a version of a stackable lounge chair by Cozmo. [Strandgade 22, Map].

RE:LOUNGE by Ernst / Bartholin Jensen at the PROOF OF CONCEPT exhibition – Courtesy of the designers.

Selected Projects by the Danish Art Workshop transforms Denmark’s largest production residency into a vibrant exhibition space for 3 Days of Design. Housed in a historic warehouse, the show features unique works by Maria Bruun, Anne Damgaard, Manuel Canu, Sara Martinsen, and more, each exploring diverse materials, techniques, and creative expressions. The exhibition design, by Margrethe Odgaard and Rasmus Bækkel, draws inspiration from hematite, a mineral pigment with roots dating back to ancient cave art. [Gammel Dok, Strandgade 27B, Map].

Selected Projects. Sara Martinsen in process – Photo by Kristian Holm.

Materials experts FENIX and Formica team up for FAST/FORWARD, curated by Federica Sala. The exhibition explores a dialogue between past and future, inviting six international designers—Federica Biasi, Laurids Gallée, Thabisa Mjo, Tino Seubert, Panter&Tourron, and Uchronia—to reimagine iconic decades from the 1920s to the 2010s. The result? Striking contemporary furniture that pays tribute to history while embracing what’s next. It’s a thoughtful time-travel experience through design, rich in material storytelling and creative vision. [Danneskiold—Samsøes Allé 19—21, Map].

Fenix and Formica at 3 Days of Design 2025 – Courtesy of 3DD.

In Copenhagen’s Rosengården district, lighting brand A-N-D invites visitors into a world where geometry and glow collide. Featuring new work by Lukas Peet and Caine Heintzman, the exhibition blends minimalism with artistic flair. In partnership with La Marzocco, Café A-N-D Bar offers a stylish space to recharge with coffee and conversation, making it more than a show, but an experience to linger in. [Studiestræde 34, Map].

Cafe A-N-D Bar – Photo via IG, follow @and_light.

MycoWorks has invited five talented Danish design studios—OEO Studio, Frederik Gustav, Cecilie Manz, Maria Bruun, and Atelier Axo—to explore the creative potential of Reishi, its innovative mycelium-based biomaterial. Guided by Creative Director Marie-Louise Høstbo, the project celebrates the core values of Danish design: simplicity, functionality, and a deep appreciation for tactile beauty. Each piece harnesses the transformative power of Nordic light and reflects a thoughtful dialogue between heritage and forward-thinking aesthetics. [Galerie MøllerWitt, Bredgade 67, Map].

Fredrik Gustav’s Arbor supsension light for the Reishi in the Nordic Light exhibition during 3 Days of Design 2025 – Photo by Armin Tehrani for MycoWorks.

Step inside The Icelandic Warehouse, a captivating exhibition that brings together some of Iceland’s most exciting furniture and interior design brands. Highlights include FÓLK Reykjavík’s fresh take on classic Icelandic pieces and EPAL’s BAÐ, a tribute to the country’s cherished bathing culture. Scented stories from FISCHERSUND and wellness moments from FLOTHETTA round out the experience. Though diverse in form, each contribution is rooted in Icelandic heritage. The exhibition is hosted by the Icelandic Embassy and supported by Iceland Design and Architecture, DesignMarch, and Business Iceland—celebrating a shared narrative through design, memory, and sensory magic. [Strandgade 89, Map].