February 20, 2021
Dinesen
The story of Dinesen started in 1898, when Hans Peter Dinesen was searching for high quality wood. Unable to find wood that met his needs, he decided to start his own sawmill. What started as a small sawmill in Denmark at the time crafting wooden products for locals is today the world's foremost supplier of wooden planks. Architects and designers worldwide go to Dinesen for high quality wood planks that bring their visions to life.
Dinesen’s products are rooted in a love for craftsmanship and wood, a passion that has been passed down through generations. The company continues to manufacture from the Danish town of Jels, where it was established over 120 years ago. Dinesen follows a strict process for sourcing and processing its raw materials. The wood is sourced from sustainable forests in Germany and France. From these forests, trees are handpicked for their characteristics like straightness and knots to ensure quality of the final products. Only wood from the finest Douglas Fir, Ash, Pine and Oak trees make the cut. For each tree that is cut down, a new one is planted in its place. Through these sustainability practices of taking only what is necessary and periodic replacement, the forests are maintained for future generations.
The wood that is sourced is cut into planks at the manufacturing facility, and then carefully dried. After a quality check, the planks are then sanded and finished to create the final product. Dinesen refrains from gluing wood planks and applying artificial finishes to alter the appearance of the wood. Instead, the brand believes in being true to nature by using only the finest wood and making its beauty seen. It is this commitment to quality and nature that has made Dinesen a success.
Architects and designers from John Pawson to David Thulstrup are fans of Dinesen. Pawson’s design for the Wooden Chapel in southwest Germany used 61 Douglas tree trunks sourced from Dinesen. The trunks of wood are used to form the characteristic look of the chapel, resembling a tall stack of logs left by the side of a path. Dinesen also worked with Noma, which is frequently ranked as the best restaurant in the world, on the design for their new restaurant. Wooden planks from the brand were used at Noma 2.0 to infuse the interiors with a warm and natural aesthetic. At Amalienborg Palace, pine wood planks by Dinesen were used for the flooring of the Crown Prince’s family residence. The planks, which were finished in Natural Soap, blend well with the historic architecture while adding a modern flair worthy of royalty.
Dinesen’s intention is not to be a jack of all trades, but to instead specialize and be masters of what they do. And this, combined with their sustainable approach, is what has led them to be cherished by designers and royals alike.
Dinesen’s products are rooted in a love for craftsmanship and wood, a passion that has been passed down through generations. The company continues to manufacture from the Danish town of Jels, where it was established over 120 years ago. Dinesen follows a strict process for sourcing and processing its raw materials. The wood is sourced from sustainable forests in Germany and France. From these forests, trees are handpicked for their characteristics like straightness and knots to ensure quality of the final products. Only wood from the finest Douglas Fir, Ash, Pine and Oak trees make the cut. For each tree that is cut down, a new one is planted in its place. Through these sustainability practices of taking only what is necessary and periodic replacement, the forests are maintained for future generations.
The wood that is sourced is cut into planks at the manufacturing facility, and then carefully dried. After a quality check, the planks are then sanded and finished to create the final product. Dinesen refrains from gluing wood planks and applying artificial finishes to alter the appearance of the wood. Instead, the brand believes in being true to nature by using only the finest wood and making its beauty seen. It is this commitment to quality and nature that has made Dinesen a success.
Architects and designers from John Pawson to David Thulstrup are fans of Dinesen. Pawson’s design for the Wooden Chapel in southwest Germany used 61 Douglas tree trunks sourced from Dinesen. The trunks of wood are used to form the characteristic look of the chapel, resembling a tall stack of logs left by the side of a path. Dinesen also worked with Noma, which is frequently ranked as the best restaurant in the world, on the design for their new restaurant. Wooden planks from the brand were used at Noma 2.0 to infuse the interiors with a warm and natural aesthetic. At Amalienborg Palace, pine wood planks by Dinesen were used for the flooring of the Crown Prince’s family residence. The planks, which were finished in Natural Soap, blend well with the historic architecture while adding a modern flair worthy of royalty.
Dinesen’s intention is not to be a jack of all trades, but to instead specialize and be masters of what they do. And this, combined with their sustainable approach, is what has led them to be cherished by designers and royals alike.