Anders Norг©n Apr 2026

He frequently designs and builds projects for Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com.

Norén has released over 30 free themes, recently pivoting to "block themes" compatible with the WordPress Site Editor. Popular Themes Legacy Themes Hemingway , Hitchcock, Lovecraft, Baskerville , Lingonberry Modern Block Themes Pulitzer , Björk , Poe, Tove, Abisko Minimalist Niche Davis , Koji , Rams Design Philosophy Anders NorГ©n

Norén advocates for the future of WordPress being based on blocks, which allows for greater design flexibility. His core tenets include: He frequently designs and builds projects for Automattic,

is a prominent Swedish freelance designer and developer celebrated for his significant contributions to the WordPress ecosystem. He is best known for creating minimalist, elegant, and highly legible free themes that emphasize typography and clean design. Professional Background His core tenets include: is a prominent Swedish

Beyond web development, Norén often shares his passion for nature, including a two-month sabbatical in 2023 to hike the entire Swedish mountain chain. Key Theme Portfolio