Erik Bagger (b. 1949) is originally a goldsmith by trade. After
finishing his apprenticeship, he was employed by Georg Jensen, where he
worked until he became self-employed. As a goldsmith, Erik Bagger
acquired a keen sense of detail, which is still characteristic in his
designs today. At the same time he has learned that it is possible to
combine a series of different materials in a unified whole.
A visit to USA was the reason Erik Bagger decided to become a
freelance designer in 1987. However, it was also because that he could
see the endless opportunites presented by the combination of steel,
plastic and rubber. And something that is typical “erik bagger” was
that he was also able to see the humor in using these materials. Some,
and perhaps the majority of people, view rubber, plastic and steel as
symbols of a cold and industrialized world. But when these materials
have been through the hands of Erik Bagger, a warm and user friendly
product, with a “sparkle in the eye”, is produced.
Erik Bagger has the following demands on the design:
Maximum value in the design
Maximum quality
Maximum functionality