Creative Boom Interview
From Twitter to Ramps & Resilience: Haraldur Thorleifsson on Building with Kindness
Halli opens up about the personal challenges that shaped his outlook, from losing his mother to living with muscular dystrophy. He talks candidly about how pain, addiction and loss have fuelled both his creativity and his compassion. Katy explores his journey from building Ueno, the celebrated design agency, to founding Ramp Up, a project that built thousands of wheelchair ramps across Iceland and beyond.
Their conversation ranges from the thrill of creative success and the burnout that follows, to why giving back is not just an act of generosity but a way to survive. Halli reflects on the importance of purpose, his belief in resilience as a daily choice, and how friendships and small rituals help him navigate life.
