About us

A quiet fascination with the patterns of nature

Our journey

From workshop to international presence

INCA Living grows from a quiet fascination. For René Ladefoged it began as an attentiveness to the patterns of nature and the instruments people have used, across time, to understand them. In a small workshop an idea took shape: to bring scientific heritage together with a clear, Nordic formal language — where function and aesthetics meet in balance.

With a particular affinity for stormglass and barometers, René has built a collection in which each design stands as a quiet witness to time, weather, and movement.

Today INCA Living has an international presence. Rooted in Nordic design tradition, we address a global audience that seeks simplicity, substance, and durability.

Our direction

Vision and mission

Our vision is to create a world in which scientific heritage and Nordic design dissolve into a simple, honest form.

Our mission is to curate and develop collections that endure – in form, in expression, and in meaning.

Sustainability

A responsible future through considered choices

We believe a responsible future is shaped through considered choices. We work with natural and durable materials, selected with attention to both quality and environmental impact.

Timeless design is in itself a sustainable approach, because it reduces the need for replacement and the habit of excess.

Get in touch

Have a question?

Whether you need guidance on your stormglass, advice on caring for brass, or have a question about our collections, we are here with care and knowledge.