6. Jeweller Kirsten Goss shares the inspiration behind her ABODE cutlery and serving ware

Jeweller Kirsten Goss talks to VISI about why the covetable Kirsten Goss ABODE collection was a natural extension of her brands.

HHaving been making sensuous, shapely jewellery for almost 20 years, Kirsten Goss sees her recently launched ABODE collection as “a collection of modern-day heirlooms”. Her signature curvaceous jewellery designs translate beautifully into considered implements and objects for living, with a core collection consisting of sterling silver cutlery, and stainless steel and solid brass serving ware. We chatted to Kirsten about the inspiration behind the ABODE range, and the plans she has for the collection in the future.

Why did you decide to create ABODE in addition to your jewellery ranges? Having grown up in a partly Norwegian family, we always had beautifully considered cutlery and homeware around. I guess that had a big influence on my penchant for great details in the living department. If you're going to scoop that chilli, or spread that butter, you might as well do it with something that delights.

Where did you get your inspiration for the ABODE collection? I felt with our really iconic shapes in jewellery, it was time to scale them up into covetable objects for living too. We've been going 18 years now, so we know well what is classic in our brand.

What’s your favourite item in the collection? I’m a huge fan of the Skjell servers. They're based on our barnacle earrings: I drew the shape about 15 years ago in my little studio, it’s been with us ever since, and I've always loved it. Sometimes shapes just hit the right note.

Do you have any future plans for this sub-brand that we could share with VISI readers? Ooooh yes, too many! The sky’s the limit with this collection really – flatware, crockery, objets d’art and maybe even furniture – which I would adore to design. There’s a new collection coming for the ABODE brand soon too, inspired by the lockdown I experienced on a deserted island for three months – so watch this space for more about that. kirstengoss.com