THE DINESEN APARTMENT BY DAVID THULSTRUP IN NEW YORK

Images courtesy of Dinesen

The quiet  beauty of Dinesen that redefines the showroom

Dinesen brings Danish craftsmanship to Brooklyn with The Dinesen Apartment by David Thulstrup—a refined, temporary showroom that celebrates the quiet poetry of wood, light, and space. Open until February 2026, this immersive residence marks Dinesen’s first spatial project in America, following the acclaimed Dinesen Apartment by John Pawson in Copenhagen.

Located within a thoughtfully designed building by SO—IL and developed by Tankhouse, the apartment unfolds across two floors at 144 Vanderbilt Avenue. Conceived as both a living environment and a tactile exhibition, the space embodies the seamless interplay between architecture, interior design, and material mastery.

Presented by Magran Living

At its core lies Dinesen’s Layers Oak Classic flooring—its calm surface extending across floors, walls, and a sculpted staircase to form a continuous, sensuous landscape of wood. Accents of Layers HeartOak add warmth and character, while bespoke joinery, crafted by Danish carpenters Ocular, underscores Dinesen’s devotion to detail.

David Thulstrup furnishes the apartment with a restrained yet soulful palette: his own pieces, including the Arv Collection for Brdr. Krüger, mingle with works by John Pawson for Dinesen, alongside vintage designs by Arne Jacobsen and Severin Hansen, reissued by Dagmar.

“I like to layer different timelines and characters—contemporary, classic, and crafted,” says Thulstrup. “The atmosphere is quiet and grounded. I wanted the space to slow down time.”

Walls painted in Titian, Sand, and Suede—custom tones developed by Thulstrup for Blēo—softly complement the natural light, while textiles by Kvadrat, Sahco, and Magniberg add further depth and tactility. Subtle details such as Georg Jensen’s Penumbra piece and FSB door handles complete the composition with a nod to enduring Danish design.

Beyond its visual appeal, the apartment invites a sensory experience. It is conceived not merely as a display but as a living, breathing environment—a place to walk, touch, and inhabit. “Spaces should be sensed, not just seen,” Thulstrup reflects. “Dinesen’s wood, grown over decades, carries a quiet power. Here, visitors can truly feel that.”