Please Wait To Be Seated
The name sums up the brand’s values; polite people with a keen interest in interior, a sense of humor and both feet firmly on the ground.
Founded by interior photographer Thomas Ibsen and joined by Peter Mahler Sørensen, they created the brand with the goal of introducing designs that have the potential of becoming classics.
Before a new design is launched the question that's asked is: Will this design in its entirety, become a long-lasting object, we someday can pass on to our children?
The Please Wait To Be Seated collection has its own characteristics, minimalistic yet characteristic with a focus on good craftsmanship, quality materials and sustainability.
The brand has received international attention for their work.
Please Wait To Be Seated
Enter the captivating realm of Please Wait to be Seated, a young Danish design company that emerged in 2014 under the creative vision of former interior photographer Thomas Ibsen. Today, Ibsen serves as the creative director, dedicating himself to the pursuit of exceptional product development. Joining forces in September 2016, Peter Mahler Sørensen assumed the role of CEO and co-owner, bringing his wealth of experience in branding, design, and the furniture industry. At Please Wait to be Seated, the mission is clear: to introduce designs with the potential to become timeless classics. The Please Wait to be Seated furniture collection possesses a distinct character, characterized by a focus on interaction, impeccable craftsmanship, top-notch materials, and a commitment to sustainability through enduring design. In addition to their original designs, Please Wait to be Seated proudly collaborates with dedicated brands, artists, designers, and manufacturers who share their core values and creative ideologies. Curious about the origin of the name, Please Wait to be Seated? It encapsulates their essence — a blend of politeness, an unwavering passion for interior design, a playful sense of humor, and a grounded perspective. So, the next time you encounter the sign while patiently waiting for a table in a restaurant, let it serve as a gentle reminder of the brand and the delightful experiences that await within its collection. Please Wait to be Seated: Where extraordinary design, exceptional craftsmanship, and genuine courtesy converge to create a world of luxury furniture that transcends time and captures the imagination.