Sturlasgade Apartment in Copenhagen by JAC Studios.

 

JAC Studios took an innovative approach to the renovation of a 200sqm apartment within a former factory complex in Copenhagen’s Islandsbrygge neighbourhood. The striking result preserves the characteristics of the original building while offering revived interiors through bespoke restorations. The interior is defined by a series of plateaus and surfaces that appear to levitate, with delicacy and lightness in construction.

The designers intended to open up the interior to form a large, open plan space containing living, kitchen and dining areas. Furniture is used to create various zones, in lieu of dividing walls. Rich materials create strong contrast and meeting points between surfaces that cantilever, intercept and interact with one another. JAC Studios explain, “the plateaus and surfaces offer dual functionality with an attention to detail and material connectivity.”

In the dining area, a 4.5m long cantilevered table takes pride of place. Seeming to float across the kitchen and living rooms, the table is multi-functional and provides both a place to gather and socialize as well as to prepare food. Another series of plateaus ascend to create a multi-faceted installation, in which surfaces extend to form a staircase, fireplace, and tiered seating.

 

 

A higher-level staircase is suspended from the first floor. Constructed of lightweight steel, it gives the impression of levitation and offers a clean, crisp form. Rather than a conventional foor, a one-metre deep interior dividing cupboard forms an entrance to the two bedrooms. This doubles as a dynamic interior façade that can be completely opened to allow for both storage and entry.

JAC Studios place an emphasis on light throughout the apartment, using a choice of reflective materials such as polished white terrazzo and glazed coloured tiles to enhance a bright feel. Contrasting materials include a copper kitchen island and fireplace, smoked oak staircase and dark oak dining table.

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My Space: Katja Falkenberg

Brand director at Fredericia Furniture; Katja Falkenberg lives just north of Copenhagen surrounded by a restorative forest next to a lake, with her husband, two boys and their beloved Bassett hound – Esther.

As part of our My Space series, Katja Falkenberg takes us on a journey through her renovated 1930s home as we explore her love for classic design, quality materials and the handcrafted curios that she has plans to keep for the next generations to come.

Describe your personal interior style?

Classic, uncomplicated and purposeful – with the use of pure, well-crafted materials and subdued nuances.

Which room do you gravitate the most to and why?

Our living room which has a view of our garden and the wisteria which I planted right after we moved in.

How is your home a reflection of you?

My home embodies my love for classic design, quality materials and items that are crafted to last generation after generation. Our house was built in the 1930s and was renovated before we moved in. During this process, we made sure to restore all details as true to their time as possible. It was integral for my family and I to create a space which feels honest and authentic.

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Which space/zone do you like to relax in?

I tend to wind down in our garden. I love nursing our plants and follow our old trees – a copper beech, magnolia, hazelnut and elder flower – as they each transform through the seasons.

How does your home inspire you and the work you do?

At work I’m constantly exposed to creative ideas, new products, designers, materials, so it’s been important for me to create a space at home without too many elements and visual noise. I need a calm place where I can recharge.

What are your favourite personal possessions?

My iconic design classics such as our Spoke-Back Sofa and set of Spanish Chairs by Børge Mogensen are amongst my favourite belongings. It’s important to have objects that transcend time and can be appreciated by my two sons in the future. Some day they might pass the pieces on to their children and that way the furniture and the memories will live on.

What makes your house a home?

The people living in it – my husband, our two sons and our Basset hound Esther.

This piece originally appeared in est magazine issue 34.

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My Space: Katja Falkenberg

Brand director at Fredericia Furniture; Katja Falkenberg lives just north of Copenhagen surrounded by a restorative forest next to a lake, with her husband, two boys and their beloved Bassett hound – Esther.

As part of our My Space series, Katja Falkenberg takes us on a journey through her renovated 1930s home as we explore her love for classic design, quality materials and the handcrafted curios that she has plans to keep for the next generations to come.

Describe your personal interior style?

Classic, uncomplicated and purposeful – with the use of pure, well-crafted materials and subdued nuances.

Which room do you gravitate the most to and why?

Our living room which has a view of our garden and the wisteria which I planted right after we moved in.

How is your home a reflection of you?

My home embodies my love for classic design, quality materials and items that are crafted to last generation after generation. Our house was built in the 1930s and was renovated before we moved in. During this process, we made sure to restore all details as true to their time as possible. It was integral for my family and I to create a space which feels honest and authentic.

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Which space/zone do you like to relax in?

I tend to wind down in our garden. I love nursing our plants and follow our old trees – a copper beech, magnolia, hazelnut and elder flower – as they each transform through the seasons.

How does your home inspire you and the work you do?

At work I’m constantly exposed to creative ideas, new products, designers, materials, so it’s been important for me to create a space at home without too many elements and visual noise. I need a calm place where I can recharge.

What are your favourite personal possessions?

My iconic design classics such as our Spoke-Back Sofa and set of Spanish Chairs by Børge Mogensen are amongst my favourite belongings. It’s important to have objects that transcend time and can be appreciated by my two sons in the future. Some day they might pass the pieces on to their children and that way the furniture and the memories will live on.

What makes your house a home?

The people living in it – my husband, our two sons and our Basset hound Esther.

This piece originally appeared in est magazine issue 34.

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