Across the EM Complete Collection, Erik Magnussen’s restrained design idea moves far beyond a single knife or fork. The same slight concave curve, clean proportions and satin-polished surface connect the individual pieces into one coherent table, showing how a very small formal gesture can survive many different functions.

Magnussen’s work was rooted in making everyday objects intuitive, functional and natural to use. A complete cutlery collection reveals that philosophy repeatedly: different utensils solve different tasks, yet all remain visually calm and recognisably related. The design is not about one spectacular object, but about consistency across everyday gestures.

Erik Magnussen was trained as a ceramicist and maintained a strong interest in material, craftsmanship and tactile qualities throughout his career. In EM, steel is treated with the same sensitivity to contour and touch: the slight concave shaping and satin surface give otherwise minimal forms a distinctly physical character.

A highly reflective surface can create considerable visual activity on a large table. EM takes the opposite approach. Its satin-polished stainless steel softens reflections, so repetition creates a quieter rhythm across the setting and allows the shape of the pieces to remain more important than shine.

When the same principles work from the smallest utensil to the broader rituals of a fully laid table. Magnussen believed that everyday objects should feel clear, practical and effortless to use. EM turns that philosophy into a complete dining language: less visual noise, careful material choices and forms designed to become natural through repeated use.