Kyrre Andersen

Kyrre Andersen is an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University’s Department of Product Design, Faculty of Technology, Art and Design. His work bridges product design, contemporary art, and public space interventions, often involving collaborative student projects.

• Role: Course leader for BAPD3000 Dynamic Project Management (“Design Office”) and active in artistic development
• Collaborations: EU Horizon project CraftHub; frequent partnerships with Liv Anne Lundberg and Steinar Aasen

His research focuses on cultural sustainability and the integration of craft, technology, and public art. Key themes include lighting design, material experimentation, and community-engaged art, reflected in over 15 recent publications spanning textbooks, research reports, and dissemination projects.

Article trends emphasize applied art in educational and public settings, with projects like LYSNING (lighting art) and Vær så god (student-led design initiatives). Collaborative works dominate, often tied to school environments, healthcare facilities, and urban spaces.

Andersen co-leads artistic projects such as 3D drawing experiments and has permanent installations like En øy i strømmen at Kongsvinger Ungdomsskole. His classroom leadership in dynamic project management underscores a pedagogical focus on student-driven innovation.