The origins of Nordic design

In 1928, Mogens Koch

"For use in a small study at home"

Designer bookcase.


The wisdom and beauty of about 100 years ago

It is still passed down today.


It's not just simple, it's appealing

Here is his story.

What is mathematical Nordic furniture?

Most of the furniture designed by Koch

Numerical data plays a major role.

The focus is on the basic structure.


So the traditional decoration is minimal.

For him, functionality is the starting point for design.


"After careful research,

Searching for the best solution"


Koch's way of life

I think it's furniture that embodies that.

The pinnacle of bookshelves reigns supreme here

He was called the "father of modern Danish furniture design."

Koch studied under Kaare Klint.


It was revolutionary at the time.

By adopting a module system

It's simple, but allows for a variety of adjustments.


This is in line with Clint's design philosophy.

A mathematical approach has been added to the concept

Mogens Koch's masterpiece.

A symbol of craftsmanship

Koch designed furniture

Made in the Rud Rasmussen workshop.


Ruud Rasmussen is

"Supplied to the Danish Royal Family"

"The pinnacle of Danish furniture"

It's known as.


Furniture expert, Kare Clinton

Famous furniture designers

They used Rasmussen furniture.

Because it is the root of Nordic design

Although it was a long-established workshop that had been in business for over 140 years,

It closed down unfortunately in 2016.


Rudo's furniture has lived a long life.

Rud's furniture will continue to remain.


Until recently, it was known as the "best furniture"

It's cool that he managed to survive.

The best of the best bookshelves

Bookcases created by a furniture manufacturer

You can experience about 100 years of history here.

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