Ørskov

Ørskov Copenhagen – Danish design since 1953

For 60 years, Ørskov has produced qualitative, modern interior design for a broad audience. The Danish brand is most recognised for their storage baskets and placemats in high-quality leather, however their assortment also includes a selection of smaller decorative accessories and practical everyday products.

The Story behind Ørskov

The family business Ørskov was founded by Torben Ørskov in 1953. Today, the Danish brand is run by the family’s second generation, Jesper Ørskov and Carsen Egtved, both of whom have more than 20 years of experience in the design world. Together they work towards preserving Ørskov’s design philosophy.

Ørskov’s visions

Ørskov’s vision is to create tomorrow’s design classics, adding to their broad assortment of products, all designed to add a little touch of happiness to everyday.

Who does Ørskov collaborate with?

Throughout the years, Ørskov has collaborated with some of Denmark’s most known designers but regularly welcomes new and upcoming designers who have innovative and unique design ideas.

What are Ørskov’s most popular products?

Some of Ørskov’s biggest classics are their storage baskets and leather placemats however their range of products also includes many other stylish home accessories, from mirrors and magazine racks to tableware and glasses.

Top 3 popular collections from Ørskov

• Rubber
• Zigzag
• Lava

What materials are Ørskov products made of?

The traditional Danish brand attaches great importance to the classic style of its products and prefers materials such as leather, textiles and wood in their production.

Genuine leather products by Ørskov Denmark

The leather for Ørskov products is 100% genuine. Soft leather items are made from core leather, while hard leather items are made from recycled leather.

How to care for Ørskov leather products

It is important to take proper care of your leather products to keep them in the best condition. Here is some general advice on leather care:

• For everyday care, you can use a lint-free cloth and water to clean your leather products. Make sure to wring the water out the cloth properly before using it on the leather.
• Leather products should not be placed directly in front of heat sources.
• Do not place your leather products in direct sunlight for long periods of time.
• Do not use chemicals or petrol on leather items.
• As leather is a natural material, it is patinated in use.

How does Ørskov work with sustainability and the environment?

Sustainable production and honest and fair trade with employees and producers are very important to Ørskov. That is why Ørskov relies on transparency in all production processes and attaches great importance to the processing of sustainable and environmentally friendly materials.