Discover Norwegian makers and places
The Art of Slow Living
Slow living isn’t about pace — it’s about purpose. It means choosing quality over quantity, connection over convenience, and surrounding ourselves with things that last.
At Localfolk, we celebrate the people and places that embody this way of life — chefs who cook with the seasons, designers who value craftsmanship, and hoteliers who create spaces to slow down and connect.
Each story reflects this mindset: crafted with care, rooted in place, and made to be kept.
“Great stories deserve to live on paper.”
Each edition is dedicated to one city — an invitation to slow down and discover what makes it special.
From pioneering chefs and heritage hotels to contemporary makers and design brands rooted in craftsmanship, we celebrate the best a city has to offer and the people who bring it to life.
Kristin Holm Dybvig
“I lift flashbacks onto paper and express myself through hues that speak louder than words could ever do.”
Siddis Gelato
“We didn’t have any gelato culture here in Stavanger, so our duty is to help people explore and understand more about gelato.”
Tom Emil Olsen
“Successful brands appeal to the heart as much as they do to the intellect”.
MingarWalker Glassblåseri
“Glass is a magical material, and glassblowing is truly mindfulness in action.”
Matthew Coutts
"I don't just make furniture, I make heirlooms. My pieces are meant to be handed down for generations".
Brit Dyrnes
" I have 50 years experience working with clay and a lot of knowledge about the medium, but it can still surpris
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