Introducing Can Lis by Ferm Living x Utzon Architects: A Dialogue Between Design Icons
At Mecque, we are passionate about design that tells a story — objects that are not just beautiful, but that carry with them a sense of place, history, and cultural resonance. The new Can Lis collection by Ferm Living in collaboration with Utzon Architects is exactly that.
This is not just a homeware collection. It’s a meeting of two worlds: the Scandinavian design sensibility of Ferm Living and the architectural genius of Utzon, the visionary behind the Sydney Opera House. The result? A series of pieces that echo modernist ideals while celebrating timeless craftsmanship.
The Legacy of Utzon: From the Opera House to Your Home
When you think of Utzon, you think of bold form, sculptural lines, and a deep respect for natural surroundings. The Sydney Opera House remains one of the most recognizable architectural works in the world — a true symbol of Australia’s creative spirit.
But Utzon’s brilliance extended far beyond Sydney. In 1972, he built Can Lis, his family home perched on the rocky coastline of Mallorca. Built in harmony with nature, the house became a personal manifesto of sorts — a quieter, more intimate expression of his design philosophy.
It’s this spirit that Ferm Living and Utzon Architects have captured in the new Can Lis collection.
The Collection: Quiet Strength, Timeless Elegance
The Can Lis collection distills Utzon’s architectural language into everyday objects. Each piece is sculptural yet functional — designed not just to exist in your home, but to transform the way you experience it.
• Clean lines mirror the Opera House’s sculptural rhythm.
• Natural materials speak to a life lived in connection with nature.
• A timeless palette makes each piece versatile, yet distinctive.
These aren’t trend-driven objects. They’re pieces that will live with you — growing more beautiful over time, and becoming part of your personal story.
Why This Collaboration Matters
In a world of fast design, collaborations like this remind us what design should aspire to: heritage, craftsmanship, and meaning. The Can Lis collection brings the philosophy of an architectural master into the intimacy of everyday living.
For Australians, this collaboration feels especially poignant. It’s a chance to invite the legacy of the Sydney Opera House — an icon of our cultural identity — into our homes in a more personal way.
Available Now at Mecque
At Mecque, we’re proud to present the Can Lis collection — a rare collaboration that embodies the values we hold close: timeless design, craftsmanship, and cultural resonance.
Whether you’re a design aficionado, an admirer of Scandinavian minimalism, or simply someone who values objects with soul, this collection is an invitation to live with design that matters.
Complete the collection with Can Lis, Jørn Utzon by Apartamento
A visual ode to one of the most iconic homes of the 20th century. The latest installment in Apartamento’s architecture series offers an intimate look at Utzon’s Mallorcan residence—completed soon after his work on the Sydney Opera House—which served as the Danish architect’s abiding family home for over two decades. Photographs by Simon Watson chart the movement of light across Can Lis, illuminating the house as it perches on a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
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