01 THE STORY
From Sketch to Table
Mira begins with a slimmer line. The form is delicate, defined and light in its visual expression.
02 THE DETAILS
The Details
A narrow handle gives the series its character. The detail is found in proportion, lightness and the polished edge.
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 Mira Cutlery Set 48 Pieces
What is included in the Hardanger Bestikk Mira 48-piece cutlery set?
The Mira 48-piece set creates a complete table setting for 12 people. It includes 12 dinner knives, 12 dinner forks, 12 dinner spoons and 12 teaspoons. Together, the four essential pieces allow Mira's compact proportions, light character and clearly defined lines to repeat with a delicate but confident rhythm around the table.
What is the design story behind Hardanger Bestikk Mira?
Designed by Odd Leikvoll in 1986, Mira explores a balance between delicacy and determination. The collection is compact and light, yet its clean edges and defined silhouettes give the pieces a confident presence. This contrast between something refined and something more assertive gives Mira its distinctive personality without allowing the design to dominate the table.
What makes the Mira design distinctive?
Mira is characterised by relatively short, light proportions combined with clearly defined edges. This gives the collection a precise and almost graphic quality, while the restrained scale keeps the overall expression delicate. The result is cutlery that feels visually light but still has enough definition to create a recognisable identity around the table.
What are the dimensions and material of the Mira 24-piece set?
Mira is made from 18/10 stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe. The dinner knife measures 21 cm, the dinner fork 19 cm, the dinner spoon 19 cm and the teaspoon 13 cm. These relatively compact dimensions are an important part of Mira's character, contributing to the light and balanced feeling of the pieces in the hand.
Who designed Hardanger Bestikk Mira?
Mira was designed by Norwegian designer and Hardanger Bestikk founder Odd Leikvoll and introduced in 1986. The collection reflects his ability to give everyday objects a clear identity through proportion and subtle formal contrasts. In Mira, lightness and delicacy meet sharper definition, creating a design that contributes quietly to the atmosphere and guest experience around the table.