101 Copenhagen Trays

101 Copenhagen, a Danish design brand founded in 2017, is known for blending Scandinavian craftsmanship with Japanese minimalist aesthetics. Their collection of trays exemplifies this dynamic fusion, offering timeless, functional, and artistic pieces that elevate everyday living. Crafted with attention to materiality and form, each tray showcases a unique interplay between design and function, making them ideal for both practical use and as decorative accents.

Oka Tray

The 101 Copenhagen Oka Tray draws inspiration from traditional Japanese serving trays, often crafted from wood or bamboo. However, the Oka Tray takes a modern twist by using solid fiber concrete as its material. This shift in materiality challenges traditional design norms, introducing a heft and distinct surface texture that sets it apart. The concrete, while heavy, exudes refinement with its hand-glazed finish, offering a tactile experience that invites closer inspection. The tray’s minimalist aesthetic and sturdy form make it perfect for styling on a dining table or console, though it's important to note that it is not waterproof safe, and slight variations in color add to its uniqueness.

Geta Tray

The 101 Copenhagen Geta Tray, named after the traditional Japanese Geta shoes, embodies the essence of Japanese decoration trays. Like the elevated platform of Geta footwear, this tray features a raised surface designed to highlight objects. Whether it's used to showcase a vase or as a statement piece on its own, the Geta Tray’s bold use of solid fiber concrete creates a striking contrast to the delicacy of the objects it may hold. The refined texture and elevated form make it an eye-catching addition to any shelf or tabletop. Hand-glazed with subtle variations in color, each piece is distinct in its own right. However, like the Oka Tray, it is not waterproof safe.

Duck Tray

The Duck Tray adds a playful touch to 101 Copenhagen’s minimalist design ethos. With two available sizes, the Duck Tray introduces a fun, exuberant element into modern interiors. Its hand-glazed surface offers subtle color variations, aligning with the brand's signature palette while providing a light-hearted twist. The Duck Tray can be styled with decorative objects or left empty to let its sculptural form speak for itself. Its organic shape and whimsical nature make it a versatile piece that can easily fit into any space, whether on a coffee table, shelf, or sideboard.

Shinju Tray

The Shinju Tray stands out with its unique construction, supported by ceramic pearls that give the tray a floating appearance. Named after the Japanese word for pearl, the Shinju Tray combines elegance with functionality. Its rectangular shape and depth make it ideal for organizing small items, but it also works as a standalone decorative object. The ceramic pearls add a touch of sophistication, while the hand-glazed surface offers a rich, textured finish. Perfect for placing dried greenery or a minimalist branch, the Shinju Tray brings a sense of lightness to any room.

Medusa Tray

Inspired by the fluid, tentacle-like shapes of a Medusa jellyfish, the 101 Copenhagen Medusa Tray introduces a sculptural element to functional design. Small conical legs lift the tray, mimicking the jellyfish’s graceful movements. This elegant tray can serve as a sculptural object in its own right or be used to hold decorative items. Its simplicity and hand-glazed surface make it adaptable to a wide range of interiors, providing a subtle yet sophisticated touch.

Bloom Tray

The Bloom Tray series evokes the soft, organic shapes of a flower in bloom, with flowing petals that appear to merge into one another. Drawing inspiration from floral motifs popular in the 1970s, the Bloom Tray balances a raw, minimalist aesthetic with a softness that brings warmth to the home. As the light changes throughout the day, shadows dance across the tray’s surface, enhancing its sculptural quality. Like other 101 Copenhagen trays, each Bloom Tray is hand-glazed, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike. This tray is perfect for those looking to add a subtle touch of nature to their interiors.

Each tray in the 101 Copenhagen collection brings together traditional Japanese influences and modern Scandinavian design, resulting in versatile pieces that are both functional and artistic.