Northern x Kim Thomé
Northern combines creative expression with traditional craftsmanship to create unique designs. The collaboration with Kim Thomé is built on his signature style, characterized by playful use of color and bold aesthetics, and is intended to support Northern's vision of innovative and cutting-edge design, with the potential to stand out in the market.
About Northern
Northern is an Oslo-based company that combines creative expression with traditional craftsmanship, achieving a unique balance between delicate finesse and rugged contrasts. Northern blends beauty with functionality, with a preference for natural materials and genuine craftsmanship. Their design philosophy goes beyond their Norwegian heritage, addressing the modern need for relaxed luxury and contemporary elegance. Northern products add atmosphere while presenting a fresh vision for Nordic style.
Design brief
Northern challenged talented designers to create something distinctive and eye-catching that would elevate the aesthetics of any home. The brief was intentionally broad, with the only requirement being that the accessory should fit within the home or public space segments, enhancing everyday life and adding more elegance to living, work, or social environments. The design was to prioritize simplicity and functionality, avoiding overly complex products.
About Kim Thomé
Kim Thomé runs a multi-disciplinary studio from Margate, working on private commissions and developing installations, furniture and products.
Kim graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2012 and has since exhibited at Apalazzo Gallery, William Bennington Gallery, Selfridges, Pavilion of Art and Design (PAD), Habitat as well as showcased work for Wallpaper in Milan. Kim was commissioned to create the centrepiece installation at the V&A during LDF 2015 for crystal company, Swarovski.
His work balances installation and object design, blending graphic elements and optical effects in materials and space.
«We chose Kim's design because it had a real wow factor. It brought something fresh to a category already filled with many beautiful and classic options, but Kim's design stands out from what’s currently on the market. Its playful use of color makes it a product that doesn’t just blend in with everything else, but confidently dares to stand out.»Jonas Norheim, Design Director Northern
