Throughout his career, he has designed numerous pieces: desks, tables, enfilades, chairs... Most of his creations are in teak or rosewood. They are renowned for their great flexibility, allowing several functions to be performed at once. His most famous creation is the FM shelving system.
Biography
Kristiansen was born in Denmark. He studied cabinetmaking, graduating in 1948. He then entered the Danish Academy of Fine Arts. He founded his own design studio, designing furniture for major Scandinavian manufacturers such as Fritz Hansen. Thanks to the FM system, Kristiansen became a household name not only in Scandinavia, but also in North America. The 42 chair is renowned not only for its beautiful curves, but also for its comfort. Kristiansen is an essential designer of the 20th century.