Timothy Jacob Jensen
Timothy Jacob Jensen | |
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Jensen in 2010 | |
| Born | 27 April 1962 |
| Occupations | Designer, professor |
| Known for | Jacob Jensen Design |
| Movement | Danish modern |
| Awards | List of awards |
| Website | timothyjacobjensen.com |
Timothy Jacob Jensen (born 27 April 1962) is a Danish industrial designer. He is best known for his design style and entrepreneurial work, including work with the JACOB JENSEN™ design tradition.
As the son of renowned designer Jacob Jensen, he began his career at an early age and became chief designer of Jacob Jensen Design in 1982. He later served as CEO and led the company's global expansion, collaborating with brands such as Bang & Olufsen, Gaggenau, ECCO, Panasonic, LG, Steinway Lyngdorf, and Vertu.
Jensen's work spans a wide range of products, including watches, home electronics, kitchen appliances, and jewelry. Several of his designs are included in the permanent collection of The Museum of Modern Art in New York.
He was named Designer of the Year in China in 2017, appointed to the jury of the iF Design Award in 2019, and in 2024 served as a Global Elite Jury member at Shanghai Design 100+. He is considered the most awarded Danish designer and the head of the most award-winning design family in the world. Jensen is also the founder of the Designers Trust platform and the By Timothy brand, and has held academic and advisory roles in China and Denmark. He has been described as "King of Design" for his contributions, and in 2025 he was appointed Copenhagen Goodwill Ambassador.