HKLIVING was founded in the Netherlands in 2009 by childhood friends Emiel Hetsen and Sander Klaver — the brand's name simply combines their initials. Emiel had spent years travelling the world sourcing vintage furniture before the pair decided to put their own spin on the pieces they loved, moving from vintage sourcing into designing and manufacturing collections of their own. Their design philosophy is refreshingly simple: good design should be fun, provoke a reaction, and never take itself too seriously — which shows through in the brand's bold colour-blocked ceramics, retro-styled lighting, and terrazzo and travertine furniture, all built around an easy mix of vintage character and modern practicality. North Home is an authorised UK stockist of HKLIVING, and we've carried the brand for exactly that reason: it lets a room feel considered and full of personality without ever feeling precious, and it's consistently one of the brands our customers ask for by name.
HKLIVING is one of our most loved brands for a reason. It brings together bold colour, playful shape, and that perfect mix of retro and modern, so your home feels styled but never too serious. If you want pieces that spark conversation and still work day to day, start here.
Shop our curated, genuinely sourced HKLIVING collection for ceramics, lighting, and design-led decor that adds instant personality to shelves, tables, and corners. New favourites land regularly, so it is worth checking back when you are in the mood for a refresh.
