TAKT x Dinesen

A Philosophy Rooted in the Forest

At the heart of Dinesen’s philosophy is a deep respect for nature and the forests the wood comes from. Their timber is sourced primarily from family-owned forests in Germany’s Schwarzwald region, where biodiversity and long-term responsibility guide the way, the forests are cared for. Trees are selected individually and harvested with patience and precision, allowing the forest to regenerate naturally over time.

This careful and considered approach continues throughout the entire process. Rather than hiding the natural character of wood, Dinesen preserves the knots, grain patterns, and subtle variations that tell the story of the tree’s life. Wood is treated not as a uniform resource, but as a living material shaped by decades of growth, changing seasons, soil, light, and time.

From Forest to Furniture

At TAKT, this perspective strongly resonates with our own approach to design and longevity. The collaboration emerged from an ongoing dialogue between the two Danish design companies, connected by a shared ambition to rethink how materials can be used more responsibly and with greater care.

At the centre of the collaboration is the idea of giving surplus wood from Dinesen’s production a new purpose. Rather than seeing leftover material as waste, the project explores how the inherent qualities of the wood can continue to live on through new forms and applications.

Giving Wood a Longer Life⁠

Dinesen purchases entire trunks directly from the forest – not individual planks – as part of a philosophy rooted in taking responsibility for the whole tree. Their mission is to give the largest possible part of each trunk the longest possible life out of respect for both the forest and the individual tree.

A large part of Dinesen’s work lies in finding meaningful uses for the parts of the wood that are not suitable for flooring production. Today, much of this residual wood is used in engineered wooden planks as well as in collaborations with architects, artists, and designers – often becoming the starting point for discovering new possibilities.

This approach forms the foundation of the collaboration with TAKT, where Douglas off cuts from Dinesen’s production are given new life through contemporary furniture design. By using as much of the material as possible to create meaningful, long-lasting objects, the collaboration reflects a shared belief in material honesty, longevity, and thoughtful use of resources.

Honest Materials, Lasting Objects⁠

In many ways, the collaboration is about returning to the essence of Scandinavian design: creating objects with honesty, longevity, and a deep appreciation for natural materials.

As part of the collaboration, TAKT introduces a new version of the Forma Chair crafted in Dinesen’s distinctive Douglas. First presented in Douglas during the Cabinetmakers’ Autumn Exhibition in 2024, the collaboration becomes a natural continuation of the chair’s original material story – now realised in close partnership with one of Denmark’s leading specialists in wood.

Built around the essential composition of four legs, a seat, and a backrest, the Forma Chair balances familiarity with subtle character. A gently curved seat and lightly tensioned backrest create an intuitive comfort, while the clean silhouette brings a quiet and understated presence to the room. Thoughtfully refined in every proportion and detail, the chair is designed to feel effortless to live with across both private and public spaces.

The project reflects a shared mindset between TAKT and Dinesen: exploring how thoughtful design and carefully sourced materials can continue to live on through meaningful, long-lasting objects.