Case
Haagen & Møller
Balancing Heritage and Modern Precision
When furnishing a contemporary law office within the historic grandeur of an early 19th-century mansion, every element must strike a careful balance between past and present. The very first pieces clients encounter are a quiet nod to the building’s origins—elegant forms that reflect the architectural language of the early 1800s.
I curated a selection of furniture that speaks to the dignity of the bell étage while introducing the clarity and restraint of Danish mid-century design. The result is a space that feels both timeless and precise—stripped of anything superfluous, with a focus on form, materiality, and atmosphere.
Simple. Elegant. Purposeful. These were the guiding principles in creating an interior that honours the mansion’s heritage while serving the needs of a modern legal practice.
From Spatial Vision to Visual Identity
Translating identity into spatial experience is one thing—but ensuring that the same sensibility carries through to the visual and graphic identity is another challenge entirely. For this, I had the privilege of collaborating with one of the very best in the field: Graphic Designer and Art Director Olga Bastian @isle_of_olga . From our first conversations, Olga instinctively understood the direction I envisioned for Haagen & Møller—how their visual identity needed to mirror the sophistication of their new premises and the clarity of their professional ethos.
Her ability to distill complex ideas into refined visual language is truly remarkable. The result is a logo and digital presence that not only aligns seamlessly with the interior narrative but also communicates the firm’s excellence and forward-thinking spirit.
Thank you, Olga, for your insight, precision, and for elevating this project in ways only you could.
From Brand Story to Spatial Experience
In recent years, much of my work has centred around storytelling—translating identity into both visual expression and spatial experience. With a background shaped by years as Creative Director, I now use those tools to shape holistic design narratives that bridge graphic identity and interior design.
One such project was the reimagining of a newly established law firm in Frederiksstaden, founded by Tomas Haagen and Finn Møller. Housed in the bell étage of a mansion on Sankt Annæ Plads 11—originally built in 1801 by Professor and Stadsconducteur J.H. Rawert for his own family—the space called for something truly special. It needed to reflect the firm’s modern, solution-oriented approach while honouring the elegance of its historical setting.
With this in mind, I developed a palette of pared-back tones—dove grey, pale blue, and light rose—quietly contrasted with gold leaf accents and bold indigo pigment. A curated selection of Danish furniture classics and modern French lighting helped strike the balance between timelessness and contemporary sophistication. Thank you, Tomas and Finn, for the trust and for allowing me to help shape your story in such a remarkable space. Photo @jensbangsbo @stleointeriors
