Thorvald is a modern collection of outdoor furniture designed by Space Copenhagen, in homage to Copenhagen’s renowned neo-classical artist and the atmosphere of the city itself.
With its sculptural silhouettes, the Thorvald Collection is a nod to Bertel Thorvaldsen’s mastery of form, rhythmic lines, and the eponymous museum housing his extraordinary sculptures. Culminating in a versatile collection that encourages the art of outdoor living – anywhere in the world.
The Thorvaldsen’s Museum was built in 1848 next to Copenhagen’s Christiansborg Palace as a framework for the artist’s oeuvre. Taking its cue from the art of antiquity, referencing ancient Greece, Egypt and Pompei, the decorative ceilings, multichromatic motifs, and mosaic floors provide a picturesque backdrop in contrast to Thorvaldsen’s neo-classical statues and pristine sculptural style.
Deeply inspired by the museum, Space Copenhagen’s design of the Thorvald Collection captures this contrast between the mosaic patterns and the repetitive structures of the building, expressed in the collection’s steel frame and grid seating. At the same time, the collection alludes to the lyrical lines, curves and classic, romantic imagery of the sculptor’s work. The result is an exquisite aesthetic able to project an interplay of light and shadows. The airy appearance and soft, inviting silhouettes effortlessly intermingle with their surroundings while maintaining a distinctive look.
Known for their in-depth understanding of how objects evoke emotions, Space Copenhagen founders Signe Bindslev Henriksen and Peter Bundgaard Rützou clarify: “Design is about emotions and intuition. Many of us are living in cities in a modern world defined by a dynamic lifestyle and speed, where connecting with the environment and the seasons becomes increasingly important for our physical and mental well-being. For the collection, it was key to find the right balance between the tangible, the easy functionality. And the intangible, the dreamy, more poetic features.”
Reflecting the designers’ affinity for concepts with an equilibrium of opposites, the chairs’ transparent-like countenance is juxtaposed against the tabletops, which are solid shapes in various-sized circles and squares. Much like Thorvaldsen’s sculptures, each piece is designed to be appealing from any angle.
It all reflects &Tradition’s overall intention with the Thorvald Collection: for people to pause, reflect, and take in the sights and sounds of their environment. To connect with each other and indulge in the moment, in nature.
Imagine a breezy outdoor bistro. A café overlooking a lake. That new restaurant in the city. Lounging on a hotel terrace or in your private garden. Thorvald is a welcome escape from the everyday indoors – wherever in the world you may find yourself.
Configured for comfort, stability and versatility, the Thorvald Collection features a lounge chair, stackable side and armchair, and various-sized complementary café, dining, and side tables, in Warm Black, Bronze Green or Ivory. Seat pads and cushions are available for extra comfort, in a neutral colour and pattern. Thorvald is a complete collection of 7 pieces, the lightness adds to their agility, allowing for easy placement in nature and urban settings, for private purposes or hospitality settings.
Thorvald was designed with a reduced environmental footprint in mind, primarily with steel, a durable, recyclable material boasting a long lifespan, with the potential to last for decades. The cushions are upholstered in Marquetry Bora, certified with Oeko Tex® 100 and Greenguard Gold, as well as Heritage Papyrus, made with 50% recycled content and certified with Oeko Tex® 100 and Greenguard Gold.
Founded in 2005, Space Copenhagen is a design studio that works across multiple disciplines, from furniture and lighting to art installations and interior design. The studio’s commitment to quality and longevity results in contemporary designs with timeless appeal.
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