PK23 Lounge Chair
Leadtime: Special Order 4 to 8 Weeks
Denmark
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The PK23™ Chair by Fritz Hansen was first conceptualized by Danish designer Poul Kjærholm in 1954, though it remained as sketches until recently brought to life by Fritz Hansen. With its wide, low-profile silhouette designed for relaxed conversation, the PK23™ embodies the clean lines and refined modernism that define Scandinavian furniture. Vertically divided laminated veneer shells form the seat and backrest, connected by a precise double-bracket detail that reflects Kjærholm’s structural vision and the timeless design language that Fritz Hansen continues to champion.
The PK23™ Chair by Fritz Hansen is available in three veneer options — black-painted ash, walnut, or oak — with a choice of stainless steel or black powder-coated steel base (exclusive to the black-painted ash version). The design draws inspiration from Kjærholm’s earlier PK0 and PK4 models, while foreshadowing the sculptural, minimalist style that would later make his work world-renowned through Fritz Hansen’s production.
About the Designer
Poul Kjærholm (1929–1980) was a trained cabinetmaker who studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts. Known for his deep respect for materials, Kjærholm elevated steel to the same artistic level as wood, creating designs that embody the principles of Danish design and Scandinavian modernism. His long-standing collaboration with furniture manufacturer Ejvind Kold Christensen, and later with Fritz Hansen, secured his position as one of the most important figures in 20th-century design.
The PK23™ Chair and the complete Poul Kjærholm collection by Fritz Hansen are available at Nørdikka Collective.
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What is Nørdikka Collective?
Nørdikka Collective is a new design and lifestyle brand that showcases Nordic & Scandinavian furniture, lighting, décor, and lifestyle products for audiences in the Americas.
Nørdikka opened its first physical showroom in Miami, Florida in January 2024. In December 2024, we announced plans for a new, improved showroom and design studio in Spring 2025.
What is Scandinavian & Nordic Design?
People from Scandinavia and the Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden—and Iceland) obsess over high-quality design, exquisite craftsmanship, and sustainability.
From mid-century modern icons to today's emerging designers, they believe beautiful design improves lives and that intentional consumption can even make us happier.
Why Makes Scandinavian Design Special?
People from Scandinavia and the Nordic countries self-report higher levels of happiness with their lives than than anywhere else on Earth. Despite cloudy, wet summers and long, cold winter nights, many there find a contentment most of us only wish for.
We are not suggesting that incorporating Scandinavian design in your home will make you happier (wink). But we do believe that making intentional choices about the objects that surround us—their beauty, longevity, and functionality—can improve our daily lives.
What "Scandinavian" philosophies & values?
Nørdikka Collective showcases classic pieces by iconic mid-century designers, alongside work by the region's emerging talent. What unites them is a timeless pursuit of design perfection: form follows function; beauty in minimalism; quality is luxury; and longevity is sustainability.
The term "Scandinavian" isn't just about our objects, but rather the philosophies and values the objects represent. Our partners revere environmental stewardship, value human-centered manufacturing, and work to preserve their cultures' design heritage for future generations.
Shipping Information
Quick Ship
Quick Ship items appear alongside 1–3 week lead times. These products are generally in-stock and warehoused in the U.S. for direct fulfillment to our customers.
Shipping for many smaller items is included on orders over $350. For larger furniture, the Nørdikka Collective team will contact you directly to confirm details and ensure prompt delivery.
Special Order
Special Order items appear alongside 4–8 week lead times. They are generally in-stock in Europe, but must travel to the U.S. by sea or air before fulfillment to our customers.
Special Order shipping costs vary depending on how fast you want delivery. Our team will contact you to confirm details and ensure prompt delivery at the lowest possible cost.
Custom & Made to Order
Custom Order items appear alongside 6–12 week lead times. These pieces are highly customizable and must travel to the U.S. by sea or air after production is completed.
Custom Order shipping costs vary depending on how fast you want delivery. Our team will contact you to confirm details and ensure prompt delivery at the lowest possible cost.
About Us
The Vision
Nørdikka Collective is a design and lifestyle brand featuring Nordic & Scandinavian furniture, lighting, and other design-related products for the Americas.
We are a new platform for community-driven conversations about design's role in our daily lives and a bridge between cultures.
The Founders
Co-founder and creative director Amy Larson is an American artist and designer of Danish descent with roots in Western Montana and South Florida.
Co-founder Matthew Aho is a Finnish American New York-native with a trade background and strong ties to South America and the Caribbean.
The Showroom
Nørdikka Collective opened its Miami, Florida showroom doors at design hub Miami Ironside in January 2024 to serve South Florida's local and international communities.
In December 2024, we announced plans for a new, improved showroom and design studio scheduled to open in spring 2025.