Smor
Location: Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, New York Contact information: https://www.smornyc.com Co-owners Sebastian Perez and Sebastian Bangsgaard bring Nordic cuisine to Clinton Hill at Smør following the success of their original location in the East Village. A distinctly Danish-inspired all-day restaurant, the new space offers both traditional small bites and larger entrees. The newer and bigger Brooklyn location offers a full daytime menu where neighborhood locals can grab a quick lunch in true Danish fashion. At night, Smør transforms into a fully operating restaurant where patrons can enjoy menu items reminiscent of the pairs’ Danish childhood. Smør offers a taste of modern Nordic cuisine, crafted with quality ingredients and a focus on tradition with a contemporary touch. From classic open-faced sandwiches to innovative dinner dishes, each plate reflects the founders’ passion for sharing the flavors of their Danish roots.
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Why were Louis Poulsen products chosen for the space and why did you choose these specific lamps?
As a Danish-inspired restaurant, we sought out Louis Poulsen products due to their timeless and iconic design, nostalgia from our own childhoods (having grown up in Denmark where most people had at least some Louis Poulsen products in their homes). We also felt the style of these products really complimented the minimalist space with their unique shape and design.
What does 'good lighting' mean to you and how do you achieve it?
Good lighting for us is a balance between natural light and softer white light from the light fixtures in our space. By day, our skylight brings in a lot of natural light where the fixtures add a coziness to the space. At night, we dim our lights and add lit candles to our tables to further bring some hygge into our space.
Where do you find design inspiration?
We find inspiration from our own culture! We are grateful to come from a design-minded country where these fixtures are a part of daily life. We look at minimalism as a reference point and bring out lots of white, light wooden elements, raw materials (concrete and stainless steel) with pops of color.