22. August 2011

Think Human at Copenhagen Design Week 2011

The unique “Think Human” design zone at Ofelia Beach is the heart of Copenhagen Design Week 2011, and invites you for exhibitions, installations and talks – or just to chill.

The unique “Think Human” design zone at Ofelia Beach is the heart of Copenhagen Design Week 2011, and invites you for exhibitions, installations and talks – or just to chill.

“Think Human” is the mantra as Copenhagen welcomes the international design world for six days of seminars, exhibitions and events at Copenhagen Design Week 2011.

“Think Human” reflects the Danish Design Tradition
Copenhagen Design Week 2011 has chosen the theme “Think Human” reflecting the Danish humanist tradition in relation to sustainability, design process, production methods and the sensory experience of the consumer.
At the heart of the design festival will be Continue reading →

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22. August 2011

INDEX: the World’s Largest Design Award

INDEX: Award, the world’s largest cash design prize, is presented on 2 September. See the finalists at Ofelia Beach or the permanent INDEX: Collection at Designmuseum Danmark.

INDEX: Award, the world’s largest cash design prize, is presented on 2 September 2011. See the finalists at Ofelia Beach 2-25 September 2011 or the permanent INDEX: Collection at Designmuseum Danmark.

INDEX: works globally to promote and apply design and design processes with the capacity to improve the lives of people worldwide.
On 2 September INDEX: awards a total sum of € 500,000 to Continue reading →

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12. August 2011

Barndrømmen helps Underprivileged Children in Denmark

“Thousands of children and youths live in poverty in Denmark – and the number is rising,” says Dorthe Foged, Founder and Daily manager of the voluntary, non-profit organization, Barndrømmen (Child’s Dream).

“Thousands of children and youths live in poverty in Denmark – and the number is rising,” says Dorthe Foged, Founder and Daily manager of the voluntary, non-profit organization, Barndrømmen (Child’s Dream).

A growing group of children and youths in Denmark do not have access to benefits and experiences, which other youngsters their age take for granted.
Barndrømmen aims to give these youngsters a helping hand; the voluntary, non-profit organization was founded by cultural entrepreneur Dorthe Foged.

The Number of Youngsters living in Poverty is Rising
“Thousands of children and youths live in poverty in Denmark – and the number is rising,” Continue reading →

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12. August 2011

Deltag i Copenhagen Pride-paraden med Amnesty International

Deltag i paraden til Copenhagen Pride 2011 sammen med Amnesty International og få en af deres cool ”Human Rights are my Pride”-t-shirts.

Deltag i paraden til Copenhagen Pride 2011 sammen med Amnesty International og få en af deres cool ”Human Rights are my Pride”-t-shirts.

Amnesty International deltager i paraden til Copenhagen Pride 2011 for at markere sympatien med udsatte homo-, bi- og transseksuelle, særligt i Tyrkiet.
Deltag i Pride-paraden sammen med Amnesty International og få en af deres cool ”Human Rights are my Pride”-t-shirts. Continue reading →

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8. August 2011

Copenhagen Cooking celebrates Nordic Food

Whether you prefer flashy food, grandmothers’ cooking or want a bit of everything, your taste buds will be singing for joy when Copenhagen Cooking celebrates Nordic food.

Whether you prefer flashy food, grandmothers’ cooking or want a bit of everything, your taste buds will be singing for joy when the food festival, Copenhagen Cooking, celebrates Nordic food.

Noma has just been named the world’s best restaurant for the second time in a row, chef Rasmus Kofoed won the World Championship for Chefs in January this year, and the restaurant scene in Copenhagen is buzzing with newly opened, cutting-edge eateries…
No wonder the entire city sizzles when Scandinavia’s largest food festival, Copenhagen Cooking, invades the Danish capital with more than 80 events 19-28 August.

Michelin Stars on a Budget
One of Copenhagen Cooking’s sure sell-outs is Continue reading →

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7. August 2011

MAD Foodcamp in Copenhagen

Don your wellies and join the leading lights of the New Nordic Cuisine-movement, chef René Redzepi and entrepreneur Claus Meyer, at their MAD Foodcamp, a new, hands-on festival of food and gastronomy on 27-28 August.

Don your wellies and join the leading lights of the New Nordic Cuisine-movement, chef René Redzepi and entrepreneur Claus Meyer, at their MAD Foodcamp, a new, hands-on festival of food and gastronomy on 27-28 August.

MAD Foodcamp is a new festival of food and gastronomy in Copenhagen. The festival is the brainchild of chef René Redzepi and entrepreneur Claus Meyer, the masterminds behind the world-renowned restaurant Noma and the New Nordic Cuisine-movement.
The dynamic duo aims to build a stronger community around the meal, explore the potential of food and celebrate the emerging awareness of the Nordic food culture.

MAD means ‘Food’ in Danish
The festival is aptly named MAD Foodcamp as MAD means ‘food’ in Danish, and the founders claim: “there will be more than a bit of craziness involved”. Continue reading →

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5. August 2011

”Muserne giver noget ekstra til det der, man kalder mode”

”Jeg blev overrasket og meget rørt over at få det treårige arbejdslegat fra Statens Kunstfond. Jeg har ikke en masse ord i min mund, og havde aldrig, aldrig troet, at det der med tøj ville være fint nok,” fortæller modedesigneren Peter Jensen.

”Jeg blev overrasket og meget rørt over at få det treårige arbejdslegat fra Statens Kunstfond. Jeg har ikke en masse ord i min mund, og havde aldrig, aldrig troet, at det der med tøj ville være fint nok,” fortæller modedesigneren Peter Jensen.

Den danske modedesigner Peter Jensen er fascineret af karismatiske kvinder.
Så fascineret, at alle hans kollektioner får deres personlighed fra et univers bygget op omkring en muse; en stærk, usædvanlig – og gerne lidt skæv – kvinde.
Designmuseum Danmark hylder nu Peter Jensen med en udstilling om hans muser.

”MUSERNE ER ALTID stærke kvinder, og mange af dem er lidt usædvanlige i forhold til, hvad man normalt betragter som modemuser,” fortæller modedesigneren Peter Jensen.
”De har deres fejl; og der er også nogle af dem,

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26. July 2011

Peter Jensen’s Muses take Designmuseum Danmark

“My muses are always strong women, some of them are somewhat surprising choices for fashion muses, and some of them have had rather unfortunate fates...,” says the Danish fashion designer, Peter Jensen.

“My muses are always strong women, some of them are somewhat surprising choices for fashion muses, and some of them have had rather unfortunate fates...,” says the Danish fashion designer, Peter Jensen.

The Danish fashion designer, Peter Jensen, is fascinated by charismatic women.
His fascination has lead to his collections being inspired by a universe created around a muse; a strong, extraordinary – and often quite edgy – woman.
Designmuseum Danmark celebrates the ten year anniversary of the designer’s brand, Peter Jensen, with an exhibition showcasing five of his muses.

Strong and Extraordinary Women
“I’ve had over 20 different muses since 2001. They are always strong women, some of them are somewhat surprising choices for fashion muses, and some of them have had rather unfortunate fates…,” says the Danish fashion designer, Peter Jensen. Continue reading →

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11. July 2011

John Ives kamp mod den hvide død

John Ive fra farmen Talaheni er en ildsjæl, og han videregiver gerne sine erfaringer, hvilket har sikret ham 19 priser som foregangsmand indenfor landbrug og miljø.

John Ive fra farmen Talaheni er en ildsjæl, og han videregiver gerne sine erfaringer, hvilket har sikret ham 19 priser som foregangsmand indenfor landbrug og miljø.

De australske myndigheder frygter, at 17 millioner hektar jord salter til inden år 2050. “Den hvide død” er et af Australiens største miljøproblemer.
Fåreavler John Ive har blandt andet bekæmpet tilsaltningen ved at så 200.000 træer.

“Kom så Lucky, op, op,” kommanderer den australske fåreavler John Ive Continue reading →

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8. July 2011

“Happy Guests make my Day,” says Kenneth Willemoes

“We aim to provide memorable lifestyle experiences and to exceed our guests’ expectations,” Kenneth Willmoes explains about his job as Guest Engagement Agent at the five star hotel, The Address Downtown Dubai, in Dubai.

“We aim to provide memorable lifestyle experiences and to exceed our guests’ expectations,” Kenneth Willmoes explains about his job as Guest Engagement Agent at the five star hotel, The Address Downtown Dubai, in Dubai.

Kenneth Willemoes began his career in hospitality at Avenue Hotel in 2008. After graduating from Copenhagen Business School in 2010 he now works at the luxury hotel, The Address Downtown Dubai, in Dubai.
Kenneth Willemoes shares his thoughts on exceeding your guests’ expectations, what he has learned from the hospitality industry, and why he loves happy guest

“We aim to exceed our Guests’ Expectations”
“We aim to provide Continue reading →

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