The Warm Nordic Beak Bird is a wooden decorative object that feels a little more personal than most. Originally designed by Svend Aage Holm-Sorensen, it sits slightly apart from his lighting work, though you can still sense the same careful eye for proportion and character. Each version has its own stance, so choosing between them comes down to what feels right rather than following a set.

The birds are carved from oak, with options in teak, oiled oak or smoked oak, and each piece naturally varies depending on the grain. They rest on a small smoked oak base which gives a sense of balance without overcomplicating things. There’s no attempt to hide the construction or over-finish it, the material is left to speak in a fairly honest way.

On a shelf, desk or sideboard, they tend to draw attention quietly rather than demand it. They also make an easy gift, helped by the fact they come boxed and ready to pass on. We’ve handled these in a range of settings, so if you’re deciding between finishes or forms, the advice comes from actually seeing how they sit in a space.