Guardian of light – Inside the Frederiksberg home of Nuura's Nadia Lassen
Welcome inside! Nadia Lassen at the door of the home she's built around family and light.
SOME PEOPLE DECORATE with light. Nadia Lassen lives by it. As CEO and co-owner of the Danish lighting brand Nuura, she thinks about light for a living.
Nuura was founded on a simple idea: good light does more than just help us see. It shapes how we feel and how we live in a space. That philosophy runs through Nadia's own home, a three-storey villa in Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, where she lives with her husband, their four children, and Nelly, the family dog.
Design Stories visited Nadia at home to talk about the house, the light, and how both change with the seasons. Step inside!
The family's home is a villa in Frederiksberg, Copenhagen.
The three-story house opens onto the garden, where the family spends the warmer months.
Nadia's home is relaxed, personal, and made to be lived in – the family dog Nelly included, of course!
Hi Nadia! Nice to meet you. To start, could you introduce yourself to our readers?
“Hi! My name is Nadia Lassen Korsholm, and I'm the CEO and co-owner of the Danish lighting brand Nuura. I've always been driven by a passion for design, aesthetics, and the atmosphere that beautiful lighting can create. At Nuura, we create timeless lighting solutions that combine Scandinavian design traditions with modern functionality.
Nuura was born from a desire to bring more well-being and beauty into people's everyday lives through light. We felt that lighting was often viewed as something purely functional, but to us, it's so much more than that. Light affects our mood, our well-being, and the way we experience a space. That belief became the foundation of Nuura.”
Throughout their home, Nadia has chosen Nuura lights to suit each room. By the entrance, the Rizzatto lamp offers a warm welcome.
In the dining room, the Petalii 10 pendant serves as a reminder that good light is not just practical but changes how a room feels.
Old and new sit comfortably together here. In the corner hangs the Liila lamp, designed by Sofie Refer, which works just as well on the wall as on the ceiling.
Tell us about your home. What's it like, and where do you feel most at home in it?
“I live in a villa in Frederiksberg, Copenhagen, with my husband Kasper, our four children, and our dog Nelly. The house spans three floors and combines historic charm with modern solutions. We have tried to create a home that feels warm, personal, and calm – a place where family life can unfold both indoors and outdoors.”
My favorite spot changes a little with the seasons. I'm especially fond of the kitchen, where the family naturally gathers throughout the day, but I also love our terrace, which we use all year round. That's where I can enjoy long summer evenings and quiet winter days wrapped in a blanket with a cup of coffee.”
How did you end up in this home?
“I have often been drawn to houses with potential. It is rarely the perfect homes that attract me the most – rather, it is the ones where you can see the possibilities.
When we found this house, we could immediately see what it could become. It was not necessarily love at first sight, but it was love for its potential and for the soul and character the house already had.
We bought it in 2018 and carried out an extensive renovation. The property had been configured as two separate family homes, so our goal was to create one cohesive, modern residence and future-proof it for our family, while preserving its original character. We focused on improving the flow between the rooms, enhancing the natural light, and creating a more functional everyday living environment, without losing the history and charm that older villas possess.”
The bedroom is all about peace and natural light. Nuura's Miira wall lamps bring a soft glow above the fireplace.
The Miira collection also includes a chandelier, which crowns the calm look of the room.
By the bed, the spotlight from Sofie Refer's Anoli collection gives just enough light for a few pages before sleep.
Does working with light and design every day shape how you see your own home?
“Absolutely. I am probably more aware of light than most people. I notice how daylight moves through a space and how artificial lighting can support different moods and activities. At the same time, I want our home to feel relaxed and personal, not like a showroom. Design should support life, not dominate it.”
How does good light shape the way a home feels?
“Good lighting is essential to the experience of a home. Light can create warmth, comfort, and a sense of togetherness, but it can also provide energy and focus. When lighting is thoughtfully considered, it highlights the architecture, the materials, and the people inhabiting the space. To me, light is one of the most important ingredients of a home.”
This is what good light looks like in practice: the Apiales 9 pendant overhead, the Petalii floor lamp close by, and the garden filled with sunshine just outside.
Your own home features many Nuura lights. Why did you choose these?
“They suit the atmosphere and aesthetic we want to create in our home. I always select lighting based on the function and character of each room. In some spaces, I want a decorative focal point, while other areas require task lighting or a softer, more atmospheric glow. What they all have in common is that they create a comfortable ambience and possess a timeless quality.”
In the bathroom hangs another Liila lamp, with its seven glass shades throwing a patterned glow across the wall.
By the mirror, a single Liila lamp shows the same design at its quietest.
Living in Denmark, how do you think the four seasons affect your home's interior and lighting?
“The seasons have a significant influence on how I experience our home. During winter, I enjoy warm, soft lighting, candlelight, and tactile textiles that create a sense of hygge and provide a beautiful contrast to the cold outdoors.
When spring and summer arrive, we open the house more towards the garden and allow daylight to take centre stage. We move our portable lamps around with us wherever we go, and the Blossi Table Mini moves effortlessly between indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the year. Autumn is perhaps my favourite season because the light falls so beautifully in our conservatory. The warm glow is truly unique and creates an extraordinary atmosphere.”
The kitchen is where the family naturally gathers, and one of Nadia’s favorite spots in the house.
The row of Anoli pendants above the island creates a warm, gathering focal point for the kitchen.
What dreams do you have for your home in the future?
“I see the home as something that evolves together with the family. My dreams are not necessarily about major changes, but rather about continuing to create a setting for meaningful experiences and togetherness. I hope the house will continue to reflect our lives and values while preserving the soul and character that made us fall in love with it in the first place.”
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Published on 7 Jul, 2026
