We are constantly looking for new directions within visual expressions. Every decade brings in new crafts and technologies which are absorbed into culture and become artistic media. Every decade we also look back to rediscover, and fall in love with, old techniques and then use them in new ways. The designers that I have selected, for…
Stine Linnemann Copenhagen Stine Linnemann continues to blur the lines of art and design and begs the question: if these are even separate worlds in the first place. Weaving and textiles are a time-honoured tradition across cultures and have consistently occupied a space outside the definition of “fine art”, while requiring an incredible level of…
We are very delighted to invite you to Adorno’s gallery space in Nordhavn, and the premiere of the documentary film ‘Now Nordic – an investigation of the Contemporary Nordic Design and Crafts Culture.’ An updated edition of the ‘Now Nordic’ exhibition will populate the 450m2 space showcasing works of leading designers from Iceland, Sweden, Finland,…
Last month in London, five curators from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland came together at the London Design Fair to explore whether they belong in the same room. The design produced in these five countries is traditionally grouped under the label of ‘Nordic’ – design world shorthand for clean lines, natural materials, simplicity, and…
Adorno founders Martin Clausen & Kristian Snorre Andersen has visited Monocle in London to have a talk about the ambitions and ideas behind the company. Hear the story of how it all started, and why they think Adorno is a concept that is needed in today’s design market. Monocle writes: “Adorno is a digital platform for design-lovers…
3daysofdesign is Denmark’s annual design event, attracting architects, designers, journalists, bloggers, buyers and design enthusiasts from around the world to Copenhagen. An exclusive event that’s open to the public, it’s the ideal opportunity to experience new, inspiring concepts in lifestyle, lighting, furniture and interior design from some of the major players behind the Danish design…
A lot of the talented designers and studios from our collaboration are exhibiting during Milan Design Week 2018. We have collected some addresses to give you a curated tour around the city to ensure that you won’t miss the best things to see. Every designer and piece from the collaboration are curated by our local…
Every year, Beirut Design Week shines a spotlight on independent and emerging regional designers, giving them a platform to present their work to the local and international design community. Since 2012, many designers who have shown at the opening night of BDW have gone on to become major names on the design scene, both in Lebanon and worldwide.…
This year, BDW & ADORNO are joining forces to create a new exhibition and collection presenting the best emerging and independent design in Beirut. Established in 2012, Beirut Design Week (BDW) is the first, biggest and fastest-growing design week in the Middle East and North Africa. BDW’s opening-night show is the place to spot new…
From our base in Copenhagen, Adorno connects design communities across the world. Launched in 2017, the online gallery, shop and curator network gives design collectors and enthusiasts a unique opportunity to discover, explore and acquire the best design art from the world’s great design cities. In collaboration with on-the-ground design insiders, Adorno maintains curated collections…
“Discovering Design Communities – A curated design journey across the globe” by Adorno International Design Collaboration at Design Week Turkey in Istanbul from 8 to 12th of November 2017 The Adorno Design Collaboration presents the exhibition, “Discovering Design Communities – A curated design journey across the globe” at Design Week Turkey in Istanbul from the…
Leading designers from the design communities of Berlin, London, Madrid and Mexico City have joined a Adorno International Design Collaboration. The first design collections of each city will be presented live on www.adorno.design on September 18. Pieces from the collection will be featured at ADORNO’s first physical exhibition at designjunction during London Design Festival will…
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