Sleekness, minimalism and functionality appear to be the holy trinity of Nordic design. For a timepiece that boasts all three, look no further than Nordgreen. The Danish watch brand strives for products that are as […]
Why hygge is no longer ‘hygge’
It’s the concept everyone seems to have jumped on this year, whether it’s publishers, journalists, or just the general public. Lauren explains why the commercialisation of hygge is ultimately taking the meaning out of it. […]
How to live the ‘Hygge’ Life
Last week for In the Middle, I wrote about how to deal with the stresses of university life, discussing ways to relax and just taking time to do the things you love. This got me […]
What Denmark’s Jewellery Bill Says About Us.
Last week, the Danish government passed a highly controversial bill with 81 votes to 27, requiring asylum seekers to hand over any cash or valuables worth an excess of 10,000 kroner (£1000) before crossing the […]
“My home country lost its innocence”: reflections on the Danish terror attacks
On Valentine’s Day, my home country of Denmark lost its innocence. A lone gunman fired an automatic weapon into the crowd of an event about freedom of speech. A 55 year old civilian died and […]
Travel | 24 Hours in Copenhagen
Copenhagen is Scandinavia’s most fantastic city, and here’s In the Middle’s guide to exploring it in just 24 hours. 9.00am: Breakfast at Grød (Jægersborggade 50) Porridge of every variety, with Icelandic yogurt, fresh fruit, and crème de leche. […]
Sport | England vs Denmark | Young-guns to prove their worth
England’s World Cup preparations begin on Wednesday night as Denmark return to Wembley for the first time in twenty years. The game marks the Three Lions’ first outing since the draw for the tournament was announced in […]
Debate | Is Denmark right to ban religious slaughtering?
Last week, Denmark’s government banned the religious slaughter of animals for the production of halal and kosher meat stating that “animal welfare takes precedence over religion”. Although supported by animal welfare activists, this move has […]
Theatre | Interview with Ole Brekke, Co-Founder of Copenhagen's Commedia School
“Watching students discover their own ecstatic joy of playing is the key ingredient of my life” With a flux of Nordic noir drama, Ben Meagher, a third-year art-history student spending the year in Copenhagen, […]