Circular days at 3daysofdesign
| Dato | 10. juni 2026 — 12. juni 2026 |
| Event type | Panel Discussion |
| Pris | Gratis |
| Lokation | Bredgade 68, 1260 København |
Presented by Lifestyle and Design Cluster in collaboration with the Danish Design Council, DDC – Danish Design Center, Formland, and AAU Design Lab, the program explores how circular thinking is reshaping the way we design, produce, and use products.
Across three days in the museum garden, designers, companies, and experts share practical insights, bold perspectives, and real-world solutions. From circular business models and design processes to digital tools and regulation, the focus is on actionable knowledge that companies can apply directly.
“We are convening some of the most forward-thinking actors in the industry to explore how we can accelerate the circular and digital transition – and reinforce Denmark’s global position in furniture and design,” says Frederik Thrane, Project Manager at Lifestyle and Design Cluster.
Join us for inspiring talks, open conversations, and new connections as we explore how to shape a more circular future for design.
PROGRAM – June 10–12, 2026
All talks are free and will be held in English. The program takes place in the museum garden at Designmuseum Denmark during 3daysofdesign.
June 10
13:00–13:45
Design, What the Fuck?!
Jan Gehl and Pil Bredahl examine the role of design at a time of climate pressure and shifting values. The conversation explores how design shapes society, behavior, and systems, and reflects on its ethical responsibility beyond aesthetics, novelty, and production.
14:00–14:45
Zero Waste – What is the Future of Danish Furniture Design?
Leading players in the Danish furniture industry show their experiments on Zero Waste designs. How can zero waste be not only a technical stance but also a cultural one on what is valued and preserved? How zero-waste thinking reshapes the design process, from the first sketch to end-of-life decisions.
15:00–15:45
DPP – Data to Business – From Compliance to Competitiveness
The EU Digital Product Passport is more than compliance. Nordic frontrunners show how DPP turns data into business: stronger positioning, new revenue streams, and better decisions. This talk shares concrete cases of how data becomes a competitive advantage.
16:00–16:45
Networking & Social Event
After the day’s talks, join us for a relaxed networking session. Meet panelists, ask questions, and enjoy a drink while meeting industry peers. It’s the perfect opportunity to deepen the conversation and build connections.
June 11
13:00–13:45
ESG to the C-Suite: From Compliance to Value
ESG is shifting from reporting to strategy. This session explores how ESG can move from compliance support to decision support, linking sustainability to revenue, risk and valuation, and translating impact into business cases that resonate at C-suite level.
14:00–14:45
The Evolution of Formgiving
How has design evolved from craft and industry into complex systems, where digital tools, material understanding, and responsibility for resources converge? The conversation explores how design today is as much about processes, value chains, and consequences as it is about the finished object.
15:00–15:45
Design as a European Superpower
Design as Europe’s distinctive capacity to imagine alternative ways of living, producing, and organizing society. Rooted in a strong design culture and shared values, the discussion explores how European design translates ideas into form, direction, and action in a time when the future can no longer be taken for granted.
16:00–17:45
Salon Format with Open Dialogue
Moderated by Christina Melander and Mads Quistgaard – open debate with members of the Danish Design Council.
June 12
13:00–13:45
Imperfect Aesthetics – Perfect or Not So Perfect?
The debate brings insights from design experiments to explore how imperfections are a cultural stance on what is valued, preserved, and rejected. In a conversation about how flaws, traces, patina, and material irregularities should no longer be treated as weaknesses, but as a new kind of aesthetic.
14:00–14:45
Born Circular – Scaling Circularity
A talk exploring how circular businesses can grow without compromising their values. Let’s dive into design’s role in enabling scalable circular systems and the practical challenges of turning regenerative principles into real-world impact.
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