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Where his design peers focused on warm moulded wood, characteristic of Danish design, Poul Kjærholm (1929–1980) took a different path. Training as a carpenter and inspired by modern architecture, Poul Kjærholm crafted furniture pieces using familiar industrial materials. His signature was stainless steel, which he paired with natural materials like leather, canvas, and wicker to keep the look warm and inviting for the home. 

I wanted to bring attention to one of my favourite pieces from Danish Modernist – released in 1956, the PK22 by Kjærholm is understated, elegant luxury.  

It represents an important moment in Danish design where traditional craftsmanship seamlessly met industrial structure. The post-war period saw greater access to industrial style materials, and this changed the course of design over Europe. 
The PK22’s low, sweeping metal profile and clean geometric lines give it an architectural lightness.