Thomas Bo Kastholm

Background

Thomas Bo Kastholm (b. 1963) is a Danish designer, the son of the designer Jørgen Kastholm. Carl Hansen & Søn says he first trained as a carpenter and then studied at the Danish Design School, graduating in 1989.

Signature Style

The brand describes him as joining diverse materials in compositions with a clear purpose, following a "less is more" philosophy in which every detail and material has a function.

Notable Works

• TK8 Daybed, his first collaboration with Carl Hansen & Søn, launched in 2009, built from steel and leather

Legacy

His early career took him to studios in Denmark and Germany, where he designed furniture and kitchens and also fitted out shops and retail areas. He set up his own studio in 2008.