01 THE STORY
From Sketch to Table
A line can carry a landscape. In Fjord, the form is calm and exact — shaped by clean surfaces, quiet weight and Scandinavian restraint.
02 THE DETAILS
The Details
Clean lines meet small shifts in light. The polished surface gives the table a precise, composed rhythm.
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
Questions about Hardanger Fjord Cutlery Set 80 Pieces
What is included in the Hardanger Bestikk Fjord 80-piece cutlery set?
The Fjord 80-piece collection is created as an extensive table setting in which the same restrained Scandinavian design can continue across different moments around the table. Alongside the essential dinner cutlery, the larger collection brings together additional Fjord pieces for more elaborate table settings and serving. The result is a coherent collection in which the long, clean handles and softly shaped forms repeat naturally from one course to the next.
What is the design story behind Hardanger Bestikk Fjord?
Designed by Norwegian designer Odd Leikvoll in 2000, Fjord is an expression of Scandinavian minimalism reduced to calm, precise lines. Its silhouette is soft rather than severe, combining elongated handles with gently shaped transitions and carefully controlled proportions. The simplicity gives Fjord a quiet presence at the table, while the small details prevent the design from feeling anonymous.
What makes the Fjord design distinctive?
Fjord is characterised by its combination of long handles, softly rounded forms and a polished surface. The design avoids unnecessary ornament and instead relies on proportion and precision to create its identity. Light travels cleanly across the polished stainless steel, emphasising the elongated silhouette and giving the pieces an understated elegance that works equally naturally on an everyday table and in a more formal setting.
What material is Hardanger Bestikk Fjord made from?
Fjord is made from 18/10 stainless steel and finished with a smooth polished surface. The material gives the collection durability for regular use while preserving the clarity of its minimalist design. Fjord is dishwasher-safe, making the collection practical for everyday life without compromising the refined expression of the table setting.
Who designed Hardanger Bestikk Fjord?
Fjord was designed by Norwegian designer Odd Leikvoll for Hardanger Bestikk and introduced in 2000. Leikvoll created a collection in which Scandinavian simplicity is expressed through proportion rather than decoration: long handles, soft contours and precise details form a design that feels calm, balanced and immediately recognisable. It reflects Hardanger Bestikk's tradition of creating functional objects that also contribute to the atmosphere around the table.