01 THE STORY

From Sketch to Table

Carina begins in movement. Soft wave-like forms give the handle an asymmetrical rhythm, where polished and matte surfaces meet.

From Sketch to Table
02 THE DETAILS

The Details

The handle turns gently in the hand. Light moves between matte and polished steel, revealing the curve.

Hardanger Carina Cutlery Set 48 Pieces - catalogue image 2
The taper.
Hardanger Carina Cutlery Set 48 Pieces - catalogue image 1
The balance point.
Hardanger Carina Cutlery Set 48 Pieces
The finish.
03 DESIGNER NOTE

A note from Odd Leikvoll

Odd Leikvoll is the founder of Hardanger Bestikk.

Across several decades, Leikvoll developed some of Hardanger Bestikk’s most recognisable collections, moving between ornament, Scandinavian minimalism and new approaches to surface and construction. His designs were created to function naturally in the hand, while remaining distinctive enough to become part of everyday life around the table.

Odd Leikvoll

Odd Leikvoll
Odd Leikvoll Designer
Product guide

Questions about Hardanger Carina Cutlery Set 48 Pieces

What is included in the Hardanger Bestikk Carina 48-piece cutlery set?

The Carina 48-piece set creates a complete table setting for twelve people. It includes twelve dinner knives, twelve dinner forks, twelve dinner spoons and twelve teaspoons. Together, the four pieces form the essential Carina place setting and allow the collection's softly curved lines and characteristic surface contrasts to repeat naturally around the table.

What is the design story behind the Carina collection?

Designed by Odd Leikvoll in 1989, Carina has a soft and distinctly Scandinavian expression that has remained relevant for decades. Its gently undulating lines have been compared to calm waves on open water, while the rounded edges and subtle asymmetry give each piece an inviting character. The result is a design that feels decorative without becoming ornamental, bringing a quiet sense of rhythm to the table.

What makes the surface of Carina distinctive?

Carina is defined by the interplay between brushed and polished stainless-steel surfaces. Rather than treating the finish as decoration, the contrast follows and emphasises the softly asymmetrical form of each piece. Light moves differently across the two surfaces, revealing the contours of the design and giving the cutlery a more tactile and dimensional presence at the table.

What are the dimensions and material of the Carina 48-piece set?

Carina is made from 18/10 stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe. The dinner knife measures 20.6 cm, the dinner fork 18.5 cm, the dinner spoon 18.2 cm and the teaspoon 12.8 cm. The relatively compact proportions and rounded forms contribute to the comfortable, balanced feeling that characterises the collection in the hand.

Who designed Hardanger Bestikk Carina?

Carina was designed by Norwegian designer Odd Leikvoll for Hardanger Bestikk and launched in 1989. The collection reflects Hardanger Bestikk's tradition of bringing Scandinavian design into everyday table culture, combining practical function with a distinctive visual identity. More than three decades after its introduction, Carina's soft forms and restrained detailing continue to give it a recognisable place within Norwegian cutlery design.