Ep. 134: Clever Extra – Unpacking Danish Design’s Timeless Appeal

Why do we love Danish Design? What is it about Danish furnishings that makes them feel so timeless?

In this Clever Extra in partnership with Carl Hansen & Son, Clever unpacks society’s long-term love for Danish Design. Known for exceptional craftsmanship and an alluringly clean, organic aesthetic, many of the now-iconic pieces of the Danish Modern era were initially too avant-garde for Danes, and found their foothold in the US market. Carl Hansen & Son’s director, Erik Hansen, and Principal of Commune, Roman Alonso, break down the enduring appeal of Danish Design and its mark on our global design consciousness. Listen:

Knud Erik Hansen and Roman Alonso

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