For architect and co-creator of A Forest House, Kasper Guldager, a home begins with intention. Designed as a shared retreat for two families, the house is rooted in a conscious approach to architecture, where biobased materials, circular thinking, and long-lasting design shape every decision. With a deep appreciation for natural materials and holistic design, he has furnished the space exclusively with TAKT, creating a calm and coherent interior that reflects the values behind the house itself. In this conversation, he shares his thoughts on creating a home with purpose, the role of furniture in everyday life, and why TAKT felt like the natural choice from the very beginning.
Photo credits: Rasmus Hjortshøj
What makes a summer house, to you?
To me, a summer house is a place where you can step away from everyday life. It’s a space to slow down, recharge, and simply enjoy being present. It offers a different pace and creates room for the moments that matter.
How does furniture shape the way you live?
Furniture shapes the way we experience the house throughout the day. It creates places to gather, to work, to relax, and to spend time with family and friends. What I appreciate about TAKT is that the collection offers enough variety to support all of those moments, while maintaining a calm and coherent expression throughout the home.
What has influenced your personal style?
I’ve always been drawn to natural materials, simplicity, and sustainability. I appreciate a holistic approach to architecture and design, where materials, function, and aesthetics work together. To me, good design should feel honest, timeless, and made to last.
How did you know TAKT was the right fit for your space?
I knew from the very beginning. To me, TAKT represents a new classic in Danish design. Danish design has traditionally been about form and function, but TAKT adds another important dimension: meaning.
That meaning lies in the way the furniture is made. It’s reflected in the conscious use of materials, the consideration given to climate impact throughout production, and the circular philosophy that allows furniture to be repaired instead of replaced. The ability to order spare parts and extend the life of each piece is something I value greatly, and it aligns perfectly with the thinking behind A Forest House, where every decision has been made with longevity and responsible resource use in mind.
That’s why I never really considered anything else. From the beginning, I wanted the house to be furnished entirely with TAKT.
You have several TAKT pieces in your home – what made you choose them, and how do they fit into your everyday life?
One of TAKT’s greatest strengths is the breadth of the collection. There are pieces for every room and every occasion, allowing the furniture to support the way we live rather than dictate it. I also enjoy the stories behind the materials. One of my favourites is the LEAP® upholstery, made from upcycled apple peels. It’s a simple example of how thoughtful material choices and circular thinking are embedded in the furniture itself. Those are the kinds of details that give the collection real meaning.
A Forest House – built with wood and reuse. The sand at Asserbo.
Year of construction: 2024. Size: 100 m²
Developers and Architects: Kasper Guldager, Emilie Maria Lind Fenhann, and Lasse Fenhann Lind
Contractor: Winther A/S, Engineer: Stavnager A/S, Structural Designer: Thus Studios