Ø
Blending sculptural aesthetics and soft minimalism, the Ø lounge chair is a cosy, oversized piece that’s a standalone sanctuary.
Helena Christensen
Helena Christensen is a renowned model and acclaimed fashion and art photographer, recognised as one of the original supermodels. She was one of the original founders of Nylon magazine and shares a lifestyle company with her business partner Camilla Stærk. In her role as BoConcept’s Global Artistic Director, Helena is working closely with new design talent and designing furniture, accessories and fabrics that speak to her effortless sense of style and easy elegance.
Global Artistic Director
Helena Christensen
Helena, one of the world’s most photographed women, is a proud Dane, celebrated photographer, and Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR. With her deep connection to home and interiors, she weaves warmth, style and a sense of belonging into everything she touches.
“For me, good design is something that speaks to both the eye and the heart.”
A landscape translated
Drawing on the Catskills and the shifting textures of the surrounding landscape, Helena Christensen translated the character of her upstate home into a collection defined by soft contours, tactile materials and a calm, expressive palette. Natural forms and subtle irregularities are balanced with the clarity and structure of iconic Danish design shapes, resulting in pieces that feel both organic and considered.
Intuitive designer
Helena was inspired by the serene beauty of Denmark’s small islands when she designed Ø. Neither a traditional sofa nor a typical living chair, it blends the best of both worlds. Having somewhere to retreat in the home is the most important thing for Helena. “My decoration philosophy is to have somewhere to curl up with a book or a cup of tea in as many places as possible in your home,” she says. “With its oversized, welcoming form, Ø invites relaxation, book reading, music listening and dog cuddling.”
Acclaimed photographer
Helena Christensen’s photography has been featured in Nylon, Marie Claire and ELLE. Her exhibitions include ‘A Quiet Story’ in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, and ‘Far From, Close’ at Dactyl Foundation, supporting the International Centre of Photography and Chernobyl Children’s Project International.
“I like the symbol ‘Ø’. I was born on an island and find them so magical because they’re surrounded by water. Our lounge chair is like a cosy little island in your home."
