I am an independent designer and advisor with over twenty years of experience in identity design, branding, and communication design spanning various industries, disciplines, and media.
This website is currently under development and will be updated with additional content. Some of the showcased work was completed during my tenure at other agencies, either independently or as part of a team. For inquiries and further information, please feel free to contact me.
PREVIOUS POSITIONS:
2022–23 Head of Design, Levende By AS
2010-21 Founding partner and designer, Metric Design
2003–2010: Self employed designer with various positions.
EXPERTISE:
Graphic design, visual identity design, design strategy
Concept development, wayfinding and signage
exhibition design, naming, environmental design
packaging design, motion graphics
PAST AND PRESENT CLIENTS INCLUDE:
Møllergruppen, Aars, Nasjonalmuseet, Fotofestivalen Oslo Negativ, Norges Bank, Ferd, Hurtigruten, NRK, Flott Gjort, Øyafestivalen, Oro Eiendom, Oslo Business Region, Der Peppern Gror, Lava, Oslo Innovation Week, Trøbbelskyter, Levende By, Fursetgruppen, Aschehoug Forlag, Forlaget Press, Cappelen Damm, Forlaget Oktober, Statoil, Hydro, Cultura Bank, Coca Cola, Universal Music, Sony Music, Monster, Feelgood Film og Scene, Playroom, TV 2, Discovery Channel ++
AWARDS INCLUDE:
European Design Awards, Pentawards, Merket for God Design, Dogamerket, Visuelt, Retailprisen, Årets vakreste bøker.
TEACHING AND LECTURES:
KHIO, KHIB, AHO, Grafill, Westerdals ACT, Høyskolen Kristiania, Oslo Met,
Norges Kreative Fagskole, Edvard Munch VGS, Elvebakken VGS,
Grafill, Norsk Designråd, DOGA, Design Athens ++
2024
Role: Strategic advisor and design lead
for name, visual identity, signage and digital
The former main library in Oslo, Deichmanske Bibliotek, is currently undergoing a transformation into a center for photography. Deich House of photography will open i 2027. Stay tuned.
2017 – 2021
Role: Strategic advisor and design lead.
Agency: Metric Design
Visual identity for the National Museum of Art Design and Architecture in Oslo.
Norway's premier repository of historical and contemporary art, design, crafts, and architecture, the museum boasts an extensive collection. Spanning over 13,000 square meters, its permanent exhibition showcases more than 5,000 objects encompassing art, architecture, and design.
2014 – 2020
Role: Graphic design and concept.
Team: Christian Schnitler, Are Kleivan and Terje Tønnesen
Reverse sides designed by Snøhetta.
The visual concept and design for the Norwegian banknote series released between 2017 and 2020 . The series garnered widespread international coverage and acclaim.
2023
Role: Strategic advisor and design lead.
The ground floor of brutalist architect Erling Viksjø’s iconic building for the Oslo Health Council from 1968 was transformed into a multipurpose cultural venue in 2022.
2023
Role: Art direction and design lead
Visual identity for Khanateria – Hindoostani Dining and Bar, Oslo.
Khanateria is a small restaurant and bar located in Oslo, specializing in cuisine from the entire Indian subcontinent. From the northern regions of Afghanistan to the southern tip of Sri Lanka along the Bay of Bengal, their menu offers a diverse array of dishes representing the rich culinary heritage of the region.
2023
Role: Concept advisor and graphic designer.
Visual identity and name for a tiny and colorful music venue and dive bar in Oslo. Dunk presents an eclectic mix of musical genres. From underground techno to punk, metal, jazz, and avant-garde.
A small collection of my screenprints, offset and inkjet posters and handbills for various exhibitions, concerts and venues from the past 20+ years
While some of these items are still available for purchase, others are offered for free. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you're interested in acquiring any of these items.
Øyafestivalen
2006 – 2016
Role: Design lead and concept advisor.
(Case study coming soon)
Brand identity for music festival, Øya, from 2006–2016. During this period, the festival grew to be of the world's most influential festivals across multiple domains. The design recieved numerous Norwegian and international awards.
Der Peppern Gror
2015
Role: Design lead
Agency: Metric
(Case study coming soon)
Since 2017, I have collaborated with owner Samir Sharma on crafting the visual identity for this esteemed Indian restaurant chain. These restaurants pay homage to the pioneering migrant workers who arrived in Norway during the 1960s and 70s. Far from being ordinary curry houses, they offer a unique culinary experience that reflects the rich cultural heritage and diverse flavors of India.
2022
Role: Lead designer, brand advisor, concept advisor.
Visual identity, signage and environmental graphics package for the temporary outdoor cultural venue in Oslo. 3KT is an initiative by Ferd Eiendom and features features multiple dining establishments, bars, a gallery, and a stage hosting concerts and outdoor cinema screenings.