Great Dane: Copenhagen concept store Sirin dazzles with a diverse design mix
Although concept stores are a dime a dozen these days, Sirin sets itself apart for its wildly diverse catalogue that includes geographical posters by Estonian designer Bold Tuesday, beard combs made from Soviet-era recycled vinyl, handmade porcelain by Norwegian outfit Modellstuen and bespoke furniture by newbie Danish company Novel Cabinet Makers.

Although concept stores are a dime a dozen these days, Sirin sets itself apart for its wildly diverse catalogue that includes geographical posters by Estonian designer Bold Tuesday, beard combs made from Soviet-era recycled vinyl, handmade porcelain by Norwegian outfit Modellstuen and bespoke furniture by newbie Danish company Novel Cabinet Makers.
Located in Copenhagen’s buzzy Nørrebro quarter, the store’s eclecticism is a homage to Vladimir Nabokov, whose pen-name was Sirin and whose peripatetic life mirrors that of its owner, Natalia Enge.
‘We are a Russian-Norwegian family that lived in Paris, Moscow, London, Oslo, and Luxembourg before moving to Denmark two years ago,’ says Enge, who spotted a gap in the Danish design market for a more international mix of products, specifically ‘continental European charm versus Scandinavian cool, a mix of old and new, furniture, magazines, photography, jewellery and perfume.’ The store also hosts regular exhibitions, its most recent being a retrospective of the work of Anton Mayr.
As originally featured in the November 2015 issue of Wallpaper* (W*200)
The store's eclecticism is an homage to Nabokov, whose pen-name was Sirin
Sirin sets itself apart for its wildly diverse catalogue that includes geographical posters by Estonian designer Bold Tuesday
The store also hosts regular exhibitions, its most recent being a retrospective of the work of Anton Mayr
Other curiosities stocked include beard combs made from Soviet-era recycled vinyl, handmade porcelain by Norwegian outfit Modellstuen and bespoke furniture by newbie Danish company Novel Cabinet Makers
INFORMATION
Photography: Emil Monty Freddie
ADDRESS
Sirin
Ransburg Tværgade 7
Copenhagen
Wallpaper* Newsletter
Receive our daily digest of inspiration, escapism and design stories from around the world direct to your inbox.
Rosa Bertoli was born in Udine, Italy, and now lives in London. Since 2014, she has been the Design Editor of Wallpaper*, where she oversees design content for the print and online editions, as well as special editorial projects. Through her role at Wallpaper*, she has written extensively about all areas of design. Rosa has been speaker and moderator for various design talks and conferences including London Craft Week, Maison & Objet, The Italian Cultural Institute (London), Clippings, Zaha Hadid Design, Kartell and Frieze Art Fair. Rosa has been on judging panels for the Chart Architecture Award, the Dutch Design Awards and the DesignGuild Marks. She has written for numerous English and Italian language publications, and worked as a content and communication consultant for fashion and design brands.
-
Unlike the gloriously grotesque imagery in his films, Yorgos Lanthimos’ photographs are quietly beautiful
An exhibition at Webber Gallery in Los Angeles presents Yorgos Lanthimos’ photography
By Katie Tobin Published
-
Remembering architect David M Childs (1941-2025) and his New York skyline legacy
David M Childs, a former chairman of architectural powerhouse SOM, has passed away. We celebrate his professional achievements
By Jonathan Bell Published
-
At the Institute of Indology, a humble new addition makes all the difference
Continuing the late Balkrishna V Doshi’s legacy, Sangath studio design a new take on the toilet in Gujarat
By Ellie Stathaki Published
-
Six Montana Furniture classics get a colourful makeover by Kimpop
Danish designers and TV personalities Kimpop give Montana Furniture's classic designs a colourful new look: ‘People will either love it or find it outside their comfort zone’
By Ali Morris Published
-
Danish Architecture Center celebrates trailblazing 20th-century designer Nanna Ditzel
A new exhibition dedicated to the groundbreaking work of Nanna Ditzel opens in Copenhagen
By Ali Morris Published
-
Hyperlocal design: these Atelier100 products are made within 100km of London
Atelier100 launches its retail space and debut locally focused design collection in London’s Hammersmith
By Martha Elliott Published
-
Fritz Hansen marks its 150th anniversary with new collection
Fritz Hansen’s ‘Anniversary Collection’ features reissues of iconic pieces by Arne Jacobsen and Poul Kjærholm, presented during 3 Days of Design 2022 (15 – 17 June)
By Rosa Bertoli Last updated
-
Best of Danish design (and more) from Copenhagen’s 3 Days of Design
A selection of the best new spaces and furniture launches from Danish and international brands and designers, shown at Copenhagen’s 3 Days of Design 2021
By Rosa Bertoli Last updated
-
Iconic Arne Jacobsen dining chairs get a new colour palette
Fritz Hansen enlists Italian curator Carla Sozzani to devise a new chromatic palette for Arne Jacobsen's iconic dining chairs
By Rosa Bertoli Last updated
-
Frama’s first atelier collection pays homage to modernist Kaare Klint
Copenhagen-based design brand Frama pays homage the father of Danish furniture design, Kaare Klint, with a new atelier collection
By Daven Wu Last updated
-
Copper feel: Lumière Bricoleur turns scrap metal into sculptural lamps
The duo’s first collection, mostly rendered in copper, is sourced on Copenhagen's streets and scrapyards
By Harriet Lloyd Smith Last updated