Ferm Living

Scandinavian elegance, between softness and character

Founded in 2006 in Copenhagen, Ferm Living reinterprets Scandinavian design through collections where aesthetics, functionality and contemporary sensibility come together. Furniture, lighting, accessories and children's creations make up a coherent universe, designed to create warm, balanced and inspiring living spaces. Guided by a responsible approach to design, the Danish brand imagines durable objects that celebrate the beauty of materials and the contrasts of everyday life.

Ferm Living is part of the new generation of Danish design, where timeless elegance meets a more personal and emotional vision of home living. Since its inception, the brand has been developing collections that inspire the creation of authentic interiors, capable of reflecting each individual’s rhythms, needs and aspirations.

Its identity is based on a subtle balance between Scandinavian minimalism and sensory richness. Organic shapes, intricate textures, natural materials and unexpected details give rise to pieces that bring character and warmth to living spaces. Each creation is designed to stand the test of time whilst retaining a unique presence.

At the heart of this approach lies a particular focus on materials. Wood, blown glass, ceramics, metal and textiles are selected with the utmost care to ensure quality, durability and authenticity. This philosophy is reflected in the brand’s iconic collections, such as the Ripple glasses, the Plant Box range and the Pond mirrors, which have become benchmarks in contemporary design.

Inspired by the contrasts that shape everyday life, Ferm Living creates pieces that bring together the functional and the emotional, the refined and the spontaneous, the familiar and the unexpected. Each piece helps to create interiors that are soothing, vibrant and deeply personal.

Today, Ferm Living is recognised worldwide for its ability to create collections in which responsible design, craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics come together to create spaces where life feels naturally good.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ferm Living and what is its design DNA?

Ferm Living is a Danish brand founded in 2006 by Trine Andersen in Copenhagen. Initially focused on graphic wallpaper, it gradually expanded its scope to furniture, lighting, textiles, children's furniture and decorative accessories. The Ferm Living DNA can be summed up in two words: timeless and organic. The brand favours natural materials (linen, organic cotton, wool, oak, rattan, papier-mâché), soft rounded shapes and deep, earthy colours (moss green, rust, midnight blue, terracotta). Every piece is designed to last several decades without ever looking dated. Trine Andersen and her team regularly collaborate with outside designers (Trine Søndergaard, Studio Pesi) to bring in fresh ideas while maintaining stylistic coherence. The brand manufactures mainly in Europe (Poland, Portugal, Italy) with environmental certifications (GOTS, FSC, Oeko-Tex) across most of the catalogue. Today Ferm Living is one of the most respected Scandinavian brands, featured in every international interiors magazine.

What are Ferm Living's signature pieces?

Several Ferm Living collections have become iconic. The Mingle chair and its dining table counterpart, with their pared-back design in oak and steel, are among the bestsellers. The Rico sofa and the Wire Lounge armchair come in several formats and fabric finishes. The Pond mirrors, available in several sizes and shapes (small, large, oval), have become an instantly recognisable signature. On the lighting side, the Speckle pendants (in speckled ceramic) and the Vuelta table lamps make a lasting impression. The washed linen Aymara, Aaron and Forms cushions sell in their millions around the world. For children, the Crochet Animals soft toys and the Marimba woven rush baskets have become classics. Finally, Ferm Living wallpapers (Aniya, Wilderness, Apex) are among the best-selling in Europe for contemporary Scandinavian style. Ferm Living's strength: every piece is conceived as an object able to outlast seasons and trends.

How much does a piece of Ferm Living furniture cost?

Ferm Living sits in the upper mid-range. For a Mingle chair, expect to pay 350 to 550 euros depending on the finish. A Mingle dining table ranges from 1100 to 2200 euros. The Rico sofa varies between 2200 and 3800 euros depending on size and fabric. For lighting, a quality table lamp costs around 250-450 euros, and a pendant between 350 and 850 euros. For textiles, expect 80-150 euros for a washed linen cushion and 150-300 euros for a wool throw. Wall decorations and pots range from 30 euros (small pot) to 250 euros (large Pond mirror). Broadly speaking, you are paying for European manufacturing quality, the certifications and designer credentials. For tighter budgets, the children's collection is more affordable (20-100 euros for most pieces). Make the most of the sales (January, July), which can reach -30% on certain classics. At The Cool Republic, the Ferm Living catalogue is complete and seasonal new arrivals land as soon as they are released in the Copenhagen showroom.

Does Ferm Living suit every interior style?

Ferm Living fits particularly well into 4 decorative worlds. Classic Scandinavian style is well served by the Mingle chairs, oak tables and neutral linen cushions. Japandi (a Scandinavian-Japanese mix) appreciates the soft shapes, deep colours and natural materials such as woven rattan. Contemporary organic style (interiors with rounded shapes and raw materials) loves the Pond mirrors, Speckle pots and Crochet soft toys. Modernised boho can draw on the rush baskets, washed linen cushions and wallpapers with natural motifs. Ferm Living fits less comfortably into very industrial interiors (black metal, raw concrete) or heavily Mediterranean ones (bright colours, majolica). The brand tends to calm a space visually and bring a sense of serenity, so it thrives in interiors where natural light is showcased. To get it right: choose 4-5 signature pieces rather than an all-over Ferm Living look, which lets you keep your own personality and avoid the showroom effect.

Why is Ferm Living wallpaper so popular?

Wallpaper was Ferm Living's founding product back in 2006 and remains a flagship category. Several reasons explain this success. The motifs are created by the in-house studio or by guest illustrators, which gives them a genuinely artistic signature (often inspired by nature: foliage, stylised animals, organic geometric patterns). The colours are deep and subtle (fir green, midnight blue, terracotta, ochre), a welcome change from the usual pastel palettes. The paper quality is high: thick non-woven backing (250 to 280 g/m²) that is easy to apply and conceals small imperfections in the wall. Hanging is simpler than with conventional paper because the paste is applied to the wall rather than the paper. Durability is good (light-fast, M1 fire-safety rating). Expect 80-120 euros for a 10-metre roll, covering a wall of roughly 5-6 m². A few iconic designs: Aniya (graphic palm trees), Wilderness (stylised forest), Apex (geometric pattern), Tile (tropical tiling). Ideal for dressing a feature wall in a living room, bedroom or hallway.