Parsing through hundreds of vendors and activations in three days is not for the faint of heart, but having a designer’s eye can certainly help. Enter Lori Weitzner. The New York-based designer crossed the pond for an up-close and personal view at what’s next in design. Below, she shares her highlights from the 2026 3daysofdesign.
Heading to Copenhagen one of the other 362 days of the year? Weitzner also gives her recommendations for where to stay, eat, and sightsee.
What to View:
Marrimor
In honor of its 3daysofdesign debut, Marrimor showcased five new pieces that deftly combine sculptural expression with everyday practicality. Weitzner’s favorite? The Drape Swivel Chair. “It reminded me of my days as a child dressing up as a princess,” she says. “A dramatic flair that married femininity and modernism.”
Dignity Design
Dignity Design homes in on the power of design with its first-ever exhibition, The Design We Hide Away. Helmed by designer Anker Bak and strategist Jonas Sølberg, this showcase presents assistive devices, care spaces, as well as rituals connected to aging, illness, disability and loss. For Weitzner, this exhibition left a lasting impression. “Perhaps this is because my mom became disabled late in life, cared deeply about her interiors, and had nothing beautiful to choose from or surround herself with,” she says. “Functional, beautiful and respectful.”
Malai Biomaterials
As Malai Biomaterials proves, sustainability doesn’t have to sacrifice style. The South Indian brand develops materials from bacterial cellulose cultivated on agricultural waste streams from the coconut industry — and brought their eco-friendly know-how to Copenhagen. “This unusual material is reminiscent of cork meets leather, but it is all natural and sustainable,” Weitzner says. “Looking forward to seeing the endless possibilities.”
Hind Rabii
Good lighting is non-negotiable, and Weitzner said Hind Rabii’s luminous offerings were a highlight. Since launching her business with husband Michel Orban in 1997, Rabii has spent years manipulating light with thought-provoking materials. Weitzner particularly enjoyed the use of brass, ceramic, Murano glass and fiberglass.
Japan Creative
Copenhagen might be at the heart of 3daysofdesign, but activations by brands like Japan Creative brought a worldly edge to the festivities. “This non–profit organization composed of members involved in design and material research, explored washi, a traditional Japanese paper with a 1,400-year history,” Weitzner shares. “Two exhibits, one of vessels and one of furniture collaborating with a dye master, masterfully combine tradition, art and poetry in these pieces.”
BRANDT Copenhagen and Astrid Textiles
Opposites attract at A Tactile Dialog, a thoughtful exhibition from architectural hardware company BRANDT Copenhagen and Astrid Textiles. “It highlighted the intersection of structural design and soft textiles, uniting architectural hardware with a sensory-driven approach to living spaces,” Weitzner says. “The juxtaposition of hard-surfaced metals with soft matte fibers was the perfect pairing between [the two companies].”
Alberte Svendsen
Alberte Svendsen has traveled the world, picking up some craftsmanship tips along the way, and brought her distinct yet delicate wood marquetry back to Copenhagen’s design hub. During her trip, Weitzner became a big fan of Svendsen’s unique style — and walked away with more than design inspiration. “I was blown away by these marquetry boxes that looked like ikat fabric,” she gushes. “I am reaching out to the gallery that represents her now so I can purchase one!”
What to Do:
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
Art lovers will find a lot to love about the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, which has an impressive rotation of David Hockney, Yayoi Kusama, and Lucian Freud. At this museum, great art isn’t confined to inside the gallery walls: The outdoor sculpture park is dotted with approximately 50 works.
“As you can imagine, I have been to museums around the world, but this one beats them,” she says. “The beauty of the setting, the architecture, the outdoor sculptures, and the diverse indoor exhibition.” Thanks to the “fantastic” museum shop, you can bring a little bit of the Louisiana home.
Photography by Julieta Torrielli
Marv & Ben
For a dining experience that’s equal parts chic and scrumptious, book Marv & Ben, a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant steps away from Slotsholmen Canal. Here, artful interiors converge with fresh, Nordic fare. “I rarely dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, but this was so highly recommended, I thought I would give it a try,” Weitzner notes. “I don’t think I’ve ever had such a wonderful meal.”
Hotel d’Angleterre
3daysofdesign might display what’s new in design, but those who want to embrace yesteryear should check into Hotel d’Angleterre. Nestled in Copenhagen’s beloved Kongens Nytorv plaza, this high-end hotel has been a local fixture for over 270 years. A multi-day stay is ideal, but Weitzner says it’s also a great place to grab a cocktail.
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