The BM0865 Daybed was designed by Børge Mogensen for Carl Hansen & Søn and first presented in 1958. Its form is defined by cylindrical armrests and headrest, rectangular back pillows, and a generously padded seat base set on a solid FSC-certified oak frame. The construction achieves a sense of lightness that belies its solid build, and the rounded, restrained silhouette integrates comfortably within a wide range of interior contexts without imposing itself.

Mogensen conceived the piece as a direct response to the demands of modern living — a versatile object suited equally to rest, reading, and relaxed social use. The careful balance between cylindrical and rectangular elements gives the daybed a quiet visual rhythm, while the quality of materials and upholstery ensures it holds up to sustained scrutiny at close range. It is a design that rewards careful specification rather than one that works through immediate visual impact alone.

The BM0865 works well as a primary resting or seating element in residential living rooms and bedrooms. Its compact proportions and craft-oriented character also make it a strong candidate for boutique hotel rooms, private lounges, and hospitality interiors where warmth and material quality take precedence over decorative statement.

Available as a 2D DWG drawing and 3D model.