Decay

In a world that is always in motion, we seek the perfect, the new, and the modern. Amidst this pursuit, we often overlook the unique aesthetics and history found in decay. We do not see the beauty in the cracks of an old wall or in the abandoned buildings that once housed life and activity. But it is precisely there, in the corners of decay, that we find stories waiting to be told.

The photographs in this collection are from Refshaleøen in Copenhagen. They tell the story of a time when the island was marked by industry. With the prospect of a brand-new modern neighborhood at Reffen, and what that may bring, it has been important for me to capture these spots that will surely disappear soon.

This project reminds us that everything is transient, that nothing lasts forever. It is precisely in this realization that we become aware of our place in history.

Copenhagen 2023