01 THE STORY

From Sketch to Table

Kristin begins in craft tradition. Ornament, heritage and steel meet in a pattern with a rich, carved character.

From Sketch to Table
02 THE DETAILS

The Details

The surface holds a layered ornamental expression. Each curve gives the handle depth, shadow and a sense of crafted detail.

Hardanger Kristin Cutlery Set 48 Pieces
The taper.
Hardanger Kristin Cutlery Set 48 Pieces
The balance point.
Hardanger Kristin 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 Kristin Cutlery Set 48 Pieces

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

The Kristin 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 essential pieces allow Kristin's distinctive ornamentation and polished surfaces to repeat with a rich yet coherent rhythm around the table.

What is the design story behind Hardanger Bestikk Kristin?

Kristin draws inspiration from a time when craftsmanship played a central role in Norwegian everyday culture. Designed by Odd Leikvoll, the collection translates references to traditional Norwegian craft into stainless steel, combining elaborate ornamentation with functional proportions. The result is a design that carries a sense of cultural heritage while remaining intended for contemporary life around the table.

What makes the ornamentation of Kristin distinctive?

Kristin is recognised by the intricate relief-like decoration running through its handles. The pattern draws on Norwegian craft traditions and is produced with the precision required to create its complex ornamental character in stainless steel. Rather than appearing as decoration added to the surface, the motif becomes part of the form itself, giving each piece depth, tactility and a strong visual identity.

What material is Hardanger Bestikk Kristin made from?

Kristin is crafted in 18/10 stainless steel and designed for regular use around the table. The polished surface allows light to move across both the smooth areas and the sculpted ornamentation, revealing the depth and complexity of the pattern while preserving the durability associated with stainless-steel cutlery. The collection is dishwasher-safe.

Who designed Hardanger Bestikk Kristin?

Kristin was designed by Norwegian designer Odd Leikvoll for Hardanger Bestikk. Through the collection, Leikvoll brought references to traditional Norwegian craftsmanship into a contemporary cutlery design, creating a distinctive meeting between cultural heritage, ornament and everyday function. Kristin shows how a historic decorative language can remain alive through objects made to be used around the table today.