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Norm Architects
Company typePrivate
IndustryArchitecture, Industrial Design, Interior Design
Founded2008
FoundersJonas Bjerre-Poulsen, Kasper Rønn Von Lotzbeck
Headquarters,
Area served
International
Websitenormcph.com

Norm Architects is an international architecture and design studio based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Founded in 2008 by Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen and Kasper Rønn Von Lotzbeck, the studio is recognized for its multidisciplinary approach, working across architecture, interior, industrial, and furniture design, as well as photography and art direction.[1][better source needed]

Overview

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Norm Architects' philosophy centers on minimalism and functionalism, drawing significant influence from both Scandinavian and Danish aesthetics.[2] Their projects aim to enrich human experience through designs that balance beauty, functionality, and a sense of well-being.[3][2] The studio describes its work as a "distillation of aesthetics that resonate with the unique person and place," seeking to create spaces and objects that foster a sense of belonging and identity.[1]

History

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Norm Architects was established in 2008 by Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen and Kasper Rønn Von Lotzbeck.[4] Since its founding, the studio has gained international acclaim for its holistic approach to design, working on projects ranging from private residences and commercial interiors to furniture and product design.[5]

Notable projects

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Norm Architects has completed a variety of high-profile projects, including residential architecture, commercial interiors, and hospitality venues. The studio gained particular recognition for its design of the Danish restaurant Höst, which won the "World's Best Design Restaurant" award at the Bar & Restaurant Design Awards in London in 2013.[6] Another notable project, the Archipelago House, was nominated for the 2021 Building of the Year Awards by ArchDaily.[7][8]

Recognition and awards

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Norm Architects has received numerous awards and nominations, including:

  • World's Best Design Restaurant for Höst at the Bar & Restaurant Design Awards (2013).[6]
  • Multiple nominations and awards from international platforms such as Dezeen,[9] ArchDaily,[10] and the AHEAD Awards.[11]
  • Featured as "Interior Designers of the Year" at the Iconic Awards (2024).[12]

Media coverage

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Norm Architects' work is frequently featured in leading design and architecture publications, including Dezeen[13] and ArchDaily.[14] Their projects are also highlighted in online magazines such as Dwell, STIRworld, and Elle Decor.[5][8][15]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "About". Norm Architects. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  2. ^ a b "Interview: Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen". Est Living. 23 August 2018. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  3. ^ "Living Lagom With Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen Of Norm Architects". Ignant. 27 September 2018. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  4. ^ "NORM.ARCHITECTS: Creating new norms in Nordic design". Merchant & Makers. 2015-04-17. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  5. ^ a b "Spotlight on Multidisciplinary Danish Design Studio Norm Architects". Dwell. 10 July 2017. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  6. ^ a b "Höst". Visit Copenhagen. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  7. ^ "The Archipelago House / NORM Architects". ArchDaily. 2020-11-26. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  8. ^ a b "Archipelago House by Norm Architects embraces Japanese and Nordic design". STIRworld. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  9. ^ "Aesop Diagonal wins best interior at Dezeen Awards 2024". Dezeen. 2024-11-26. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  10. ^ "Building of the Year 2025". Building of the Year 2025. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  11. ^ "Winners". AHEAD Awards | Asia. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  12. ^ "Interior Designers of the Year 2024 - ICONIC AWARDS". www.iconic-awards.com (in German). Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  13. ^ "Norm Architects". Dezeen. 26 November 2024. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  14. ^ "Norm Architects". ArchDaily. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
  15. ^ "We're Crushing Over Danish Design Brand MENU's Collaboration With Norm Architects". Elle Decor India. 26 July 2020. Retrieved 2025-05-27.
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