A pop-up showroom in New York celebrating Dinesen’s craftsmanship
Dinesen, Denmark’s leading manufacturer of high-end wooden flooring, proudly announces the opening of the Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup in Brooklyn, New York—a temporary showroom and immersive space designed by acclaimed Danish architect David Thulstrup. The apartment will be open until February 2026, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience Dinesen wood in an intimate and beautifully curated residential setting.
Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup moves beyond traditional showroom displays, instead presenting Danish design within a carefully curated living space that captures the poetic essence of Dinesen wood.
“Everything I design is about crafting a sense of place,” said Thulstrup. “The apartment is not just about showcasing materials—it’s about evoking emotion through scale, light and texture. Dinesen’s wood, grown over decades, carries a quiet power. This project allows visitors to feel that in a completely immersive way.”
Located across the 1st and 2nd floors of 144 Vanderbilt Avenue, a thoughtfully designed building by SO—IL, and developed by Tankhouse, the project highlights the seamless integration of architecture, interiors and craftsmanship. Tankhouse’s contractor and developer role ensured the building became a complementary canvas for presenting Dinesen in a warm, homely context.
Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup marks Dinesen’s first spatial venture in America. It is the brand’s second apartment concept, following the celebrated launch of the Dinesen Apartment by John Pawson at the Copenhagen showroom in 2024.
An Apartment That Lives and Breathes Dinesen
At the heart of the space is Dinesen Layers Oak in the Classic variant, chosen for its calm elegance and engineered stability. Seamless surfaces unify the interior, while select uses of Layers HeartOak add depth and character with natural cracks held by oak butterfly joints. The wood extends to cladding and a bespoke staircase in Layers Oak, a built-in bookcase in solid Oak Classic and a solid HeartOak headboard, creating a warm, continuous visual language.
The interiors are furnished with a curated mix of David Thulstrup’s designs, including the Arv Collection for Brdr. Kruger and pieces by John Pawson for Dinesen. Thulstrup chose the upholstery made of Levino fabric by Sahco.
“I like to layer different timelines and characters—contemporary, classic, and crafted,” said Thulstrup. “The overall mood is quiet and grounded. I wanted the atmosphere to slow down time.”
Danish vintage pieces by Arne Jacobsen and Severin Hansen, by Dagmar, lend a historical layer to the space.
“We hold deep respect for materials, traditions and craftsmanship from the golden era of Scandinavian design,” said Dagmar. “We proudly share these values with Dinesen and David Thulstrup and contribute to this collaboration with reissued furniture by Danish icon Severin Hansen.”
Crafted Details and Thoughtful Collaborations
Every element of the apartment reflects Dinesen’s dedication to quality and craft. The Danish carpentry duo Ocular installed the flooring and carried out the meticulously crafted joinery details, from the half-turn staircase, wall-claddings and doors to the built-in furniture. Walls are painted in Titian, Sand and Suede, developed by David Thulstrup for Ble o. Their nuanced pigments complement the warmth of the wood and the natural light. Softness and texture are thoughtfully layered throughout the apartment, with rugs, drapery, upholstery, bedwear, blankets, towels and bathmats from Kvadrat, Sahco and Magniberg.
The finishing touches include Penumbra, a sculptural hollowware piece by David Thulstrup for Georg Jensen, and door handles from FSB, further emphasising the story of material sensitivity and Danish design heritage.
A Living Showroom for the Senses
Beyond being a showroom, the Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup is a working residence, event space and meeting hub. It invites guests to experience Dinesen in context—light steps on Oak floors, conversations around handcrafted furniture and textures felt with the whole body.
“In an age of hyper-visual design, we wanted to offer something deeper,” said Thulstrup. “Spaces should be sensed, not just seen. This apartment is an invitation to connect with materials in a way that photography alone can’t convey.”
Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup will be open by appointment only until February 2026.
Photography credits: Eric Petschek
About Dinesen
Dinesen is Denmark’s leading manufacturer of exclusive wooden flooring. Founded in 1898 and family-owned for five generations, the company is known for its excellence in craftsmanship, commitment to sustainability, and design integrity. Working with international architects and designers, Dinesen delivers bespoke wood solutions for private homes, cultural institutions, and iconic buildings around the world.
About David Thulstrup
David Thulstrup is an award-winning architect and designer known for creating spaces with a strong sense of place. His work emphasizes material honesty and linking the exterior and interior to enhance experiences. After working with Jean Nouvel and Peter Marino, he founded his Copenhagen studio in 2009, focusing on architecture, interior, and furniture design for homes and hospitality projects.
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