The Edit

Vipp was founded by Holger Nielsen in 1939, however the story began on a spring Sunday in 1932, 17-year-old Holger Nielsen wins a car in a lottery at the local football stadium. Holger loves cars, but has no driver's license, so he decides to sell the car and invest the money in a metal lathe that allows him to work with one of his great passions - steel. 

Writing in 1890 in ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde said “Nowadays people know the price of everything and the value of nothing.” 132 years later this message still resonates, possibly more than ever. In today’s internet-led world, where information about everything is literally at your fingertips, it’s easy to confuse the two, but value and price are not the same. We all want value for our hard-earned cash: sometimes that means paying for quality rather than for a quick fix. Cheap doesn’t necessarily mean good value. 

 “Great design is something that everyone is entitled to”.   This was the philosophy of one of Denmark’s favourite sons.

Kay Bojesen (1886 - 1958) was a Danish designer known and loved for his functional, simple and aesthetic designs. He grew up in a creative home and this shaped his thinking- he considered himself a craftsman, not a designer. Bojesen believed that things weren’t supposed to be drawn; they were shaped in order to work and perform, to hold and to last.

When purchasing a sofa, you might not put a lot of stock into what it is made of, especially if you’re just looking for something that will look appealing in your home! But if you want a quality sofa that will last, you’ll want to find the best sofa fabric that suits your lifestyle.  Fortunately, there are many sofa material types to choose from, so whether you’re looking for a fancy piece for a formal living room or a durable fabric that can withstand muddy dog paws, there is a sofa material out there for everyone!

Here are our top sofa choices and why one may suit your lifestyle over another:

Poul Henningsen developed the PH 5 in 1958 in response to constant changes made to the shape and size of incandescent bulbs.  In 2022, the PH 5 Pastels series is introduced it features both monochrome pastel colours Oyster Grey and Pale Rose, and two combinations of pastels, which reflect modern interior trends; Oyster Grey, Blue, and Pale Rose, and Blue, Pale Rose and Peach.  These restful and comforting pastel colours are a perfect complement for the simple silhouettes and lines of modern Scandinavian design.

Who doesn’t enjoy spending time at home relaxing with loved ones, sharing delicious food, a drink or two and good conversation? Here we bring you our ideas for helping you to make the most of the time you spend at home. Of course these design pieces are elegant and stylish (you would expect no less from us), but they are also timeless and will age well. They’re perfect for entertaining on a grand scale or for your everyday family mealtimes. After all, who needs an excuse to surround themselves with beautiful design? 

The way we use our outdoor spaces is changing rapidly. We know that time spent outdoors is good for our mental and physical wellbeing, hence the huge surge in popularity for outdoor living. Cool lighting and heating mean we can be outside whatever the weather. We also understand that for the discerning cook, food preparation outdoors is no longer simply a case of firing up the BBQ, so if cooking and dining outdoors is your thing, we’ve got you. You don’t need to be James Martin to have your own outdoor kitchen, whatever the size of your space!

From a young age, the legendary Arne Jacobsen was a designer ahead of his time. As a child, Jacobsen painted over the Victorian wallpaper in his bedroom. Rather than the typical childish colours or prints, Jacobsen decided to paint his room entirely white! During the early-mid twentieth century in which Jacobsen thrived, white walls were revolutionary. A design visionary and creator, Jacobsen would later become one of the most important figures in the development of the most-desired Scandinavian design.

Sometimes when space is at a premium, the best way to get the most of out of your room is with some clever shelving!  Not only does it give you more space in that particular room, but it declutters, keeps items safe and makes a great way to style a room with all your personal items.  So, if you are looking for a handy ‘how to’ guide to style your space, then look no further!  With the help of Sting Pocket Shelves, let Funktion Alley, show you how to make some of the most important rooms in your home look amazing, with a String Pocket Shelf…

Everyone has their own perception of luxury. When confronted with it, luxury in any circumstance is undeniable!  Styling a room around a statement piece is perhaps the easiest way to achieve an atmosphere of luxury. Statement pieces can function as the focus of a room’s design. If you carefully choose a piece, this is all you need to add luxury to your room.  Investing in a timeless piece that lasts is most certainly a great investment! Create a luxury style living room for you and your guests to enjoy with our style tips and furniture recommendations…