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Sustainable Natural Beauty with Form + Refine

In 2018 Helle Herman Mortensen, Jonas Herman Pedersen, and Lasse Lund Lauridsen realized a dream: found a design studio with sustainability as the beating heart. As part of their already established legacy, they both ensure the continued use and appreciation of Nordic design traditions and foster a world-wide love of pure materials. Working with the carefully selected wood, textiles, and metals that make up their extensive collection of contemporary home furniture and décor, the Form + Refine team of seven well-established designers carefully distill their award-winning talents into long-lasting, timeless, and truly formed and refined furnishings.

Section Wooden Bowl

Solid European oak is transformed into the silken surface and natural flow of the Section Wooden Bowl. In accordance with the Form + Refine mission, the Section Wooden Bowl allows the pure material to speak for itself, while embracing the small embellishments of carved rings along the outer edge. Finished with a food-safe oil, the Section Wooden Bowl can be used for fruit, snacks, large salads, or décor throughout the home.

A Line Shoe Rack 35

With just two legs, the A Line Shoe Rack 35 defies gravity and showcases the ingenuity of designer Jonas Herman at Herman Studio. Crafted from European oak, the A Line Shoe Rack 35 offers shelves designed specifically for shoes—just two bars, perfectly spaced to support the toe and heel of the shoe. Simple, unobtrusive, and graceful in its own charming, if not asymmetrical way, the A Line Shoe Rack 35 is the perfect addition to small bedrooms, entryways, or walk in closets.

Sustainability Commitment

The Form + Refine sustainability commitment is comprised of five key pledges:

  • Minimize CO2 footprint through locally sourced materials and on-site production.
  • Craft durable products that are functional and help combat throw-away culture by encouraging slow living.
  • Preserve ancient craftsmanship and work with small workshops to support the communities who provide work tirelessly to create each piece.
  • Offer competitive prices that challenge the less sustainable businesses.
  • Use only natural materials for both furniture pieces and packaging.

A Line Mirror

The full-length, free-standing A Line Mirror combines gentle shapes and sleek lines to create a breathtaking piece of functional décor. Crafted from oak and glass, the lightweight A Line Mirror modestly adorns the wall without taking up too much space and adds expressive variance to the décor. Sit the A Line Mirror in bedrooms, bathrooms, or entryways.

Alcoa Vase

Receiving its name from the Alcobaça in Portugal, the Alcoa Vase enchants with its sculptural expression and endless uses. Using Portuguese stoneware and finishing it off with a matte glaze to give the whole composition a contemporary and tactile personality, the Alcoa Vase eases into both modern and more traditional homes. Use the Alcoa Vase for floral arrangements, seasonal greens, or in the kitchen for utensils.

“We see design as an artistic expression but equally as a functional object that never compromises on quality. In our opinion that is the foundation for long-lasting design that will be remembered, repeated and refined for generations.” – Form + Refine

Linear Dining Table

Designer Kristian Vedel’s quick solution for university students is turned into a daily necessity. The Linear Dining Table, which uses foldable, trestle legs, embraces an industrial aesthetic and infuses the dining room with a sense of the workshop while adding a refined elegance that is hard not to love. Crafted from oak and particle board, the Linear Dining Table perfectly serves home and commercial dining rooms, especially when paired with the Blueprint Chair.

Angle Foldable Stool

Oak, brass, and leather combine in the Angle Foldable Stool to create the ideal companion to any gathering. Use the Angle Foldable Stool as an extra seat at the dining room table or in the living room, and simply fold it up to tuck it away until it’s needed again. The Angle Foldable Stool’s practicality, comfort, brass details, and natural oak make it the perfect final piece to the Form + Refine collection in your home.