A glass under the sun with Nikolaj
Join us in the south of Denmark, where the summers have a special, timeless cadence. We sit down with Nikolaj Meier, CEO and co-founder of New Works, who recounts the journey he and his family made from the bustling streets of Copenhagen to a serene life where community and nature intertwine.
The family's life here is grounded and intentional—a perfect counterbalance to the dynamic energy of Copenhagen. 'It's a very small village, and everyone here lives in harmony with the sea and the forests,' he explains. The house, a project spanned over a decade, now stands as a comfortable home for the family. 'We took our time with the renovations,' Nikolaj recalls. 'It was important to us that we didn't rush the process.'
There is a particular cadence to the summers in Southern Denmark—a rhythm that is both timeless and intimate. Nikolaj Meier, the CEO and co-founder of New Works, knows this well. He and his wife, Lene, moved here from Copenhagen nearly fifteen years ago, seeking a slower pace for their growing family.
The family's life here is grounded and intentional—a perfect counterbalance to the dynamic energy of Copenhagen. 'It's a very small village, and everyone here lives in harmony with the sea and the forests,' he explains. The house, a project spanned over a decade, now stands as a comfortable home for the family. 'We took our time with the renovations,' Nikolaj recalls. 'It was important to us that we didn't rush the process.'
There is a particular cadence to the summers in Southern Denmark—a rhythm that is both timeless and intimate. Nikolaj Meier, the CEO and co-founder of New Works, knows this well. He and his wife, Lene, moved here from Copenhagen nearly fifteen years ago, seeking a slower pace for their growing family.
Summers here are a symphony of simple pleasures. The family swims in the fjord, hikes, and dines out on the terrace, each moment an ode to the beauty of an unhurried life.
'I'm not one for over-decorating, you can see enough beauty just by looking out of the window.'
Filled with natural light bouncing within its walls and an ever-present connection to the thriving outdoors, their home is a sanctuary where simplicity reigns and where warmth and tranquillity are found in every detail. 'We wanted the house to feel calm, but also somewhere you can host a great dinner party,' says Nikolaj.
The balance between restraint and comfort is palpable, creating an atmosphere that is both inviting and sophisticated. 'I'm not one for over-decorating,' he muses. 'You can see enough beauty just by looking out of the window.'
Summers here are a symphony of simple pleasures. The family swims in the fjord, hikes, and dines out on the terrace, each moment an ode to the beauty of an unhurried life.
'I'm not one for over-decorating, you can see enough beauty just by looking out of the window.'
Filled with natural light bouncing within its walls and an ever-present connection to the thriving outdoors, their home is a sanctuary where simplicity reigns and where warmth and tranquillity are found in every detail. 'We wanted the house to feel calm, but also somewhere you can host a great dinner party,' says Nikolaj.
The balance between restraint and comfort is palpable, creating an atmosphere that is both inviting and sophisticated. 'I'm not one for over-decorating,' he muses. 'You can see enough beauty just by looking out of the window.'
The house from 1927 stands as a symbol of the decision that rewrote their lives nearly 15 years ago
Rays of sunlight dancing over the Mass Daybed
