The fashion couple’s home in Copenhagen
Plank floor in light oak, 102 Sandhammaren
In central Copenhagen, this creative family of five lives together with their dog Bowie—a dynamic life shaped by design, entrepreneurship, and culture. Cecilie is the CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week, while Jacob runs the fashion brand Soulland and the café Granola, and is also a co-owner of Gasoline Grill, Uno/Duo, and Galleri Steinsland Berliner. With strong roots in the creative industries, they balance their professional commitments with family life and remain dedicated to meaningful and passionate projects.
You both work creatively in fashion and design—how is that reflected in your home?
Our home reflects a shared love for design that feels lived-in and personal. We’re both drawn to things with character and a story – whether it’s a piece of furniture with a story, a object from a trip, or a piece of art collected through the years. The space doesn’t follow a set style, but rather has evolved with us, say Jacob and Cecilie.
Oak Planks, 102 Sandhammaren
Custom staircase covered in Chevron Oak
Your home is located in the Frederiksberg area—what is it that draws you to this neighborhood?
Frederiksberg has a village feel while still being in the middle of the city. When we met, Jacob was already living just a street from where we live now. It felt natural to stay in the neighborhood and over time our life has grown around it—the kids started in daycare just down the street, and school is nearby too. We’re also just around the corner from Værnedamsvej, where Granola, Uno/Duo and Gasoline Grill are located—places that play a big role in both our professional and personal lives, and where we spend a lot of our time. Soulland is located just a short walk away, so everything feels very interconnected for us in this area, says Cecilie.
“We were drawn to simplicity and warmth—with an added touch of playfulness—aiming for a home that feels comfortable and inspiring to live in.” — Cecilie
What was the inspiration when designing your home?
We wanted our home to feel open and welcoming—a place where life unfolds naturally. That’s also why we chose to tear down all walls on the floor where our main living areas are, to create a sense of openness and connection. It was about shaping a space where our family could thrive, where nothing feels too precious but still reflects our visual direction. We were drawn to simplicity and warmth—with an added touch of playfulness—aiming for a home that feels comfortable and inspiring to live in.
Verner Panton; Living tower
Can you tell us about some material choices that were key to achieving your vision and why?
Wood and steel have been central choices—we love the contrast between the two. The steel adds a clean element, while the wood brings warmth and texture.
What was important for you in choosing the floor?
The floor was both an aesthetic and practical choice. We’re drawn to the simplicity and warmth of natural wooden planks. It also needed to be durable enough to handle everyday life with kids, a dog, and all the wear that comes with it. That’s why we chose a matte-lacquered wooden floor—it holds up beautifully and brings warmth to the space.
