Karl Rüdiger
Deeply grounded in the Danish design heritage
Karl Rüdiger is a Danish designer rooted in the acclaimed design duo byKATO, where he spent several years shaping modern, functional design with deep respect for Scandinavian craftsmanship traditions.
He graduated from the School of Architecture in Copenhagen in 2002, specializing in industrial design. He is deeply grounded in the Danish design heritage, where functionality and aesthetics merge seamlessly. For his graduation project, he was awarded the Vola scholarship – an early testament to his strong expertise and talent. Since then, Karl Rüdiger has collaborated with several respected manufacturers – including Andersen Furniture and has received both a RedDot Award and a Wallpaper* Design Award for his furniture.
Where simplicity is perfected with precision.
Materiality is always at the core of his work. The structure, weight, and character of materials form the foundation for honest, refined solutions, where simplicity is perfected with precision. Every detail reflects a profound respect for the material’s natural qualities and visual expression.
A tribute to the Japandi style
Karl Rüdiger is behind the Tay series for Muubs – a tribute to the Japandi style and solid wood in its purest form. The shelf expresses a light and sculptural aesthetic, where vertical and horizontal elements merge in soft transitions, revealing the wood’s grain pattern in striking shifts. The result is more than just storage – it is a sleek display that lets the material and details take center stage.
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