A cylindrical metallic public restroom stands on a paved area near a river, its sleek design reminiscent of 3daysofdesign, with modern buildings and a clear blue sky in the background.
Photography courtesy of Hydro; vase photo by Haavard Holmaas.

June 17, 2026

Words: Rebecca Thienes

11 Top Picks From 3daysofdesign 2026

The 2026 edition of Copenhagen’s design fair showcased play, unexpected materials, and functional artisanal designs spread over 500 exhibitions housed in showrooms, borrowed locations, and architectural treasures (think: Thorvaldsens Museum) throughout the Danish capital from June 10-12, all under the call-to-action theme of ‘Make This Moment Matter.’

Design innovation on display during 3daysofdesign  

House of Finn Juhl x Sea NY

  • Two wooden lattice room dividers stand in a bright space with parquet flooring, accompanied by a black chair and a purple-patterned armchair.
    Photography courtesy of Finn Juhl and Sea NY.
  • A purple chair and a green ottoman with small patterned dots sit on a brick and tile mat over a light herringbone wood floor.
    Photography courtesy of Finn Juhl and Sea NY.
  • A person in a green dress lies on a cushioned bench outdoors, surrounded by grass and trees near a pond.
    Photography courtesy of Finn Juhl and Sea NY.

An installation defined by brick plinths and cherry wood screens by architectural duo Mentze Ottenstein at House of Finn Juhl’s flagship showroom paired their classic furniture forms with embroidered textiles by the New York-based fashion brand Sea NY. finnjuhl.com; sea-ny.com

Trisse Reissue by Nanna Ditzel for Fredericia

  • A woman in a light-colored outfit sits sideways on a high stool, holding a cigarette, with two empty stools beside her against a plain backdrop.
    Photography courtesy of Fredericia.
  • Two wooden tiered stands of different heights are displayed on a blue and white patterned surface against a plain background.
    Photography courtesy of Fredericia.
  • Several round wooden tables with pedestal bases are arranged on a blue, polka-dotted carpet.
    Photography courtesy of Fredericia.

A solid oak version of Nanna Ditzel’s original 1962 design eschews visible joints and can perform many functions including stool, bedside table, or side table. According to Maria Bruun, head of design at Fredericia, “You understand Trisse immediately, but it continues to reveal new ways of being used. That sense of openness is very much at the core of Ditzel’s work.” fredericia.com

Mesura Edition Vipp Swivel by Vipp

  • A modern dining table with a reflective surface, metal legs, and two striped cushioned chairs on wheels, set against a yellow background.
    Photography courtesy of Vipp.
  • A tall metal bar stool with a wooden seat stands against a mustard yellow wall, next to a large, tufted, mustard yellow upholstered platform.
    Photography courtesy of Vipp.
  • Minimalist room with mustard yellow walls and floor, featuring a metal-framed bench, a matching chair, and a sofa with cream cushions.
    Photography courtesy of Vipp.

Architecture studio Mesura created an evocative play space replete with a bouncy conversation pit enveloped in butter yellow upholstery; nearby the brand’s Vipp Swivel chair seat topped a custom lifeguard stand and seesaw. C&C Milano’s striped jacquard upholstered a special edition of the Vipp Swivel chair by the Barcelona-based firm. vipp.com; mesura.eu

Mimi by Philippe Malouin for Hay

A group of modern sofas and armchairs in various colors, including green, navy, brown, beige, and pink, arranged on a concrete floor against a plain white background.
Photography courtesy of Hay.

The British-Canadian industrial designer’s personal search for dog beds inspired the form of his new seating line. “They have these plush, protective edges with a soft central cushion, and Mimi borrows a lot from that logic,” says the designer. Available in multiple sizes from one- to three-seater options as well as an ottoman, the collection will be in select stores from mid-August. hay.com

Aalto 90 Pavilion by Hydro x Iittala

  • A modern, cylindrical metallic structure stands on a waterfront promenade with a large glass building and water in the background under a clear blue sky.
    Photography courtesy of Hydro; vase photo by Haavard Holmaas.
  • A round skylight in a smooth, curved metallic ceiling reveals a view of blue sky and clouds. Light and shadows create abstract patterns on the surface.
    Photography courtesy of Hydro; vase photo by Haavard Holmaas.
  • A wavy, metallic pavilion with illuminated base stands near a waterfront at dusk; a large, lit building is visible across the water.
    Photography courtesy of Hydro; vase photo by Haavard Holmaas.
  • A clear, wavy-edged glass vase sits on a reflective, ribbed metallic surface with light creating colorful reflections and shadows.
    Photography courtesy of Hydro; vase photo by Haavard Holmaas.

The rhythmic form of the iconic Aalto vase (celebrating its 90th anniversary) by the Finnish tableware brand scales up into a 7-meter-tall aluminum architectural sculpture by Hydro at the edge of Copenhagen’s harbor. hydro.com; iittala.com

Triton by Griegst for Royal Copenhagen

  • Close-up of intricately sculpted teacups and teapots with shell-like, wavy textures in pale blue and white on matching saucers against a white background.
    Photography courtesy of Royal Copenhagen.
  • Two ceramic vases shaped like seashells, one large and one small, rest on a white windowsill beside a window with natural light.
    Photography courtesy of Royal Copenhagen.

The Danish porcelain producer founded in 1775 reintroduces the 50-year-old Triton collection (including a shell-like bonbonniere and tureen) by Danish artist and goldsmith Arje Griegst. Available in colorways sand, ocean, and celadon, the whimsical design was originally developed using beeswax casting techniques from the designer’s jewelry-making practice which were then translated into porcelain. royalcopenhagen.com; griegst.com

Close-To-Heart by Muuto

  • A modern metal stool with a ribbed, tubular seat and curved backrest, featuring an industrial design in a silvery finish.
    Photography courtesy of Muuto.
  • Close-up of a light green metal chair with a heart-shaped detail on the side of its frame.
    Photography courtesy of Muuto.
  • A minimalist metal chair is positioned in the center, with part of another similar chair blurred in the foreground. The background is a plain beige.
    Photography courtesy of Muuto.
  • Person with long brown hair sits on a pale green chair, facing away from the camera, wearing a light yellow shirt with a black line design on the sleeve.
    Photography courtesy of Muuto.

For the brand’s 20th anniversary, they introduce limited-edition (only 150 numbered pieces on offer) of the Close-To-Heart chair by Copenhagen-based architecture studio Spacon and crafted in Denmark from extruded aluminum by Hydro. muuto.com

Ark by Russo Betak

  • A pendant light fixture with layered, translucent rectangular panels emits a warm glow against a light wood background.
    Photography by Jakob Storm.
  • Two modern table lamps with cylindrical, layered translucent shades emitting warm, diffused light, placed on a light surface with one lamp plugged in.
    Photography by Maya Matsuura.
  • A tall, sculptural floor lamp with a soft white glow stands next to a large window in a minimalist room with pale walls and light wood paneling.
    Photography by Jakob Storm.

Founded in 2025, the studio of Brazilian designer Stefania Russo and Danish creator Søren Betak blends different types of seashells collected from restaurants (sustainability at its finest!) with biopolymer to 3D print flat sheets. This material is then shaped and bent into three luminous lamps and pendant light forms dubbed Nippon, Shell, and Snegl as part of their Ark collection. russobetak.com

Carrousel and Emisfer by Mutina

  • A wooden door and a wall-mounted cabinet with orange glass panels are set against a textured, beige wall in a minimalist interior.
    Photography by Peter Vinther.
  • A room with worn yellow walls features geometric furniture, including a grid-patterned shelving unit, a blue table, three column-like vases, and two rectangular mirrors.
    Photography by Peter Vinther.

Hosted in Note (design studio)’s space was their own Emisferi three-dimensional modular system that acts as both partition wall and multi-functional architectural element. Ronan Bouroullec’s Carrousel vases and dynamic mirrors, part of the Italian brand’s Mutina Editions collection, were also displayed. mutina.it; notedesignstudio.se

Compositions by aarticles

  • Minimalist living room with a daybed, striped throw, and low coffee table. An arched window with ornate glass lets in light. Neutral tones and simple decor create a calm atmosphere.
    Photography by Elevine Berge.
  • A wooden table with carved wooden bowls, ceramic vases, a metal pour-over coffee maker, and small plates near a sunlit window.
    Photography by Elevine Berge.
  • Two people pose in a modern, minimalist living room with wooden furniture, white walls, large windows, and decorative objects on the table.
    Photography by Elevine Berge.

A careful curation by aarticles cofounders Kasia Sznajder and Fred Aartun styled as a collector’s gallery apartment and housed within an early 20th-century building garnered praise. Treasured objects mixed with works by contemporary designers such as Seoul-based Yeodong Yun’s dripper and mug in silver-plated copper and Cologne-based Hannah Kuhlmann’s floor lamp with integrated shelving. aarticles.co; studioyeodongyun.com

Three by Kvadrat

  • A modern interior with translucent colored fabric panels in black frames, featuring pink, yellow, and beige sections, on a polished concrete floor with ample natural light.
    Photography by Jannick Pihl Rasmussen.
  • Five pieces of textured and patterned fabric are mounted on blue rectangular boards, displayed on a wooden shelf against a teal wall.
    Photography by Jannick Pihl Rasmussen.

Shown suspended by anodized aluminum frames and as touchable swatches, the Danish textile manufacturer Kvadrat presented a curtain collection called Three by residential creative director Isa Glink including the net-like Magnet, its appearance a visual and textural treat in colors like Laser Lime, Sencha Green, Blue Pulse, and Pixel Pink. kvadrat.dk

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