Edward Gubi

Design will save the world

Renovated with respect

Every piece is renewed with care

Design Worth Preserving

We restore furniture based on craftsmanship, not fame

Upholstered to Last

We reupholster each piece with premium, eco-conscious materials

From One to a Hundred

From one to many - we scale to fit your needs.

Waste Reimagined

We turn leftover wood and surplus materials into bold new collections

RECRAFTED FURNITURE

At Design Preowned, we extend the life of original wood furniture by 30–50 years through expert craftsmanship. Sourced across Scandinavia, each piece is brought to our Copenhagen workshop where it’s carefully recrafted — with new upholstery, oil treatments, precision repairs, and original or custom spare parts. We serve as a sustainable alternative to mass-produced contract furniture, helping businesses meet climate goals without compromising on aesthetics or quality. By upholding circular practices, we reduce environmental waste, preserve resources, and celebrate timeless design. Our clients include architects, interior designers, cafés, and companies with a conscious green profile — all seeking furniture with a story, soul, and second life.

Business Furniture Restoration

Why buy new when your existing furniture can be transformed? At Design Preowned, we help companies extend the life of their current office, lounge, or meeting furniture through high-quality restoration. Whether it’s worn-out chairs, outdated upholstery, or faded materials, we restore each piece with precision - from premium leather and wool to recycled textiles and innovative surfaces. We handle the full process: collection from your location, transport to our Copenhagen facility, tailored restoration based on your needs, and delivery back to your space - refreshed and ready for a second life. This isn’t just a design upgrade. It’s a smarter environmental and financial decision that supports your company’s ESG goals and reduces unnecessary waste.

From Waste to Collection

Our Waste to Collection line transforms surplus materials and leftover production from furniture manufacturers into new, high-quality design pieces. We collaborate directly with leading producers to give manufacturing waste a second life. One example is Table Design No. 1, co-created with Kvist Industries using leftover wood from their Danish production line. Instead of discarding valuable resources, we reshape them into timeless furniture with a story and a purpose. More partnerships are underway — and with them, more discarded materials turned into thoughtful, circular collections. By choosing Waste to Collection, you don’t just invest in design — you help eliminate industrial waste and support a regenerative production model. Designed from waste. Crafted for impact.

Meet Edward Gubi

Edward Gubi shares the story behind the brand, his love for craftsmanship,recycle and the philosophy that guides each restoration. From sourcing unique pieces to reviving their legacy, Sebastian offers a personal look into the artistry and values driving our work.

Discover what inspires him, the challenges of restoration, and the vision for the future.

Our Trusted Partners

Renovation Process, Assigning Product ID and Tracking

Each hand-picked and restored furniture piece is assigned a unique product ID and embedded with a chip or QR code that chronicles its rich history. Throughout the renovation process, every item is carefully inspected, repaired, and refinished to perfection. By simply scanning the chip or QR code with a compatible device, you can access detailed information about the piece's origin, renovation steps, and materials used.

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