DDW 2018 – Young designer exhibitions at Piet Hein Eek

Basically, just an eclectic collection of different things that we (jointly) create at the glassblowing workshop (de Oude Horn). 🙂

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After being awarded “Best Unreleased Product” for the Seminario section of the fair in EDIT Napoli 2023 and being nominee as a finalist in Isola Design Awards 2024, Lockwerk collection’s products by Giorgio Bena land in Eindhoven for the DDW 2024.
Lockwerk collection consists in stainless steel objects that flaunt and highlight all those connecting elements (such as screws and bolts) that are usually hidden in furnishing objects, and the entire formal development of the collection is centered on the possibility of these furnishings traveling disassembled within packaging reduced to their minimum.
The objective was to create furnishings with a strong authorial personality and a unique and recognizable identity that took into consideration elements (such as logistics and reproducibility) typical of an industrial product.

website: https://giorgiobena.com/
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giorgio.bena/

One-off papier-maché masks by Park Pardon, the collaborative work of Dutch artists Bloeme van Bon & Geran Knol, based in Antwerp, Belgium. Park Pardon was founded in 2012 as a collaborative project that sees their individual work come together to form a new narrative across drawing, publication and sculpture.

“Schijngelaten” is an ongoing collection of masks that explores identity and the inherent use of masks used in celebrations and commemorations across cultures worldwide.  Each individual mask is hand-formed using papier-maché techniques and hand painted, where each is one-of-a-kind. 

Hul le Kes is a designer label from Arnhem, known for its upcycled clothing. During Dutch Design Week, you’ll find a selection of unique upcycled designer pieces at Piet Hein Eek, made from vintage wool rugs and repurposed workwear. All Hul le Kes products are crafted in their own studio in Arnhem, which is also home to the Hul le Kes Recovery Studio. This studio is a place for the recovery of both textiles and people; while employees carry out handwork and repairs, they also work on their own mental well-being.

Website url https://hullekes.com/
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/hullekes/
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Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@hullekes

Welcome to snackbar esthetica

Snackbar esthetica is an atelier space run by four artists / designers that create works collectively and individually.

Together, they present ‘not a snackbar’ in the Piet Hein Eek straat, where they have designed and build a pop-up installation to present unique furniture and artworks in their imaginary snackbar.

Website: snackbaresthetica.com

Instagram: @snackbar.esthetica

Gallery Untitled is the largest art gallery in Rotterdam, located in a monumental 1912 school building with four different rooms full of colorful and unique contemporary art. Our artists vary in subject matter, style, and approach, but they all share one unifying trait: refined skill and a great eye.

Photographer and art director Lenny Oosterwijk founded Gallery Untitled in 2011. Oosterwijk was the art director of the magazine Rails for many years, where he experienced his first successful years as a mentor and curator of artists—something he has now expanded to include managing Gallery Untitled.

At DDW, we showcase Carlijn Kingma, Floris Hovers, Sander Buijk, Wandschappen, Lenny Oosterwijk, Driessens en van den Baar, Telmo Pieper, and Hans van Asch.

Step into the surreal world of WhiteNoiseDada! A five-year journey of bold colors, strange shapes, and wild creativity comes together in one must-see retrospective exhibition. Visit us at Atelier no.15, Piet Hein Eek, and explore how we turn waste into functional art. Discover unique designs that challenge the norms of consumer culture with humor, satire, and a rebellious spirit. Intrigued? Don’t miss this experience during Dutch Design Week! 

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Bricks are made of earth but they are industrially produced and nowadays they symbolize a society which has been driven continuously by money and productivity.
Highlighting their subtile colors, their extensive textures and their graphical qualities, Aurélien Veyrat resets our vision : while looking at his columns or sculptures of repeated elements, we feel a confrontation between past and future, between low- and high-technology, between industry and craft. 
As an archeologist, Aurélien Veyrat keeps, classifies, archives all the precious wastes he creates by sculpting bricks.
This parts inspires him new shapes and new associations. As far as his wastes go smaller, he has a new challenge. 
Questioning the relation between decor and construction, with common elements we never care about, he develops his own imaginary spaces and let the visitors interpret scales and combinaisons in their own ways.
We can be moved by the beauty of these ruins while our world seems so troubled.

Website : www.aurelienveyrat.com

Instagram : @aurelien_veyrat

PET Lamp is an innovative project that transforms discarded PET plastic bottles into unique lampshades, blending design, craftsmanship, and environmental responsibility. Launched in 2011 by the Spanish designer Alvaro Catalán de Ocon, the initiative addresses the global plastic waste problem while promoting cultural exchange and preserving traditional craftsmanship. Since its inception, PET Lamp has expanded worldwide, collaborating with artisan communities in Colombia, Chile, Ethiopia, Thailand, Ghana, Australia, and Japan.
Each collection reflects the cultural heritage of its region, combining local weaving techniques with contemporary design, which not only promotes sustainability but also helps preserve indigenous crafts.
The project has gained international recognition for its social impact and creative approach to repurposing plastic waste. PET Lamp collections have been exhibited globally, serving as a model for combining design with environmental and social responsibility.
One of the latest projects by Alvaro Catalán de Ocón is the Frafra Tapestry, which stems from extensive research into Frafra family compounds in Ghana. Local artisans use elephant grass to weave these tapestries, visually representing the architectural plans of these compounds. This meticulous weaving captures the traditional layout of rooms, courtyards, and walls, reflecting the cultural heritage and daily life of the Frafra people. The result is a poetic, bicolor design that blends architecture with art, documenting a building tradition that is at risk of disappearing.
The PET Lamp Gurunsi collection takes inspiration from the same Frafra architecture. By abstracting the architectural plans, Catalán de Ocón and the artisans created large-scale, lamp shades woven from PET bottles and natural materials. These lamps feature interconnected circles around functional light points, casting playful shadows while serving as contemporary lighting solutions. This collection underscores the projects values of sustainability, community, and cultural preservation, emphasizing womens participation and solidarity in rural communities.
At the heart of PET Lamp is Alvaro Catalán de Ocón, renowned for his blend of simplicity, functionality, and social commitment. His work has garnered numerous awards, including Spains 2023 National Design Award, and is featured in prestigious museum collections, including the Centre Pompidou (Paris), the Victoria and Albert Museum (London), the National Gallery of Victoria (Melbourne), the Denver Art Museum, M+ Museum (Hong Kong), and the MAK Design Lab (Vienna).
Through projects like PET Lamp, Catalán de Ocón continues to push the boundaries of sustainable design with cultural dialogue.

• www.petlamp.org
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petlamp

The Electric Modular Van Camper VAN-Jorn
It’s finally here! The freedom of traveling with a fully-equipped van camper, now fully electric. The interior of the camper we will present at DDW 2024 is a true eye-catcher. Its rounded shapes, soft color tones, and open sightlines immediately draw attention. We like to highlight the materials so they can speak for themselves. With solid hardwood slats, raw aluminum, and matte Corian, this isn’t difficult to achieve. Come see how you can assemble your ideal (electric) van camper with our interior modules!

The project Onderhuids is part of a research initiative from Fontys School of Health and the Arts Academy, in collaboration with the Historical College FNI of V&VN and the Pulse Network. Under the Surface is a project where art, heritage, history, care, and nursing work converge.

This project comes together beautifully in an exhibition during the upcoming Dutch Design Week (October 19 – 27). The platform at the Piet Hein Eek location serves as a unique backdrop where three artists creatively explore the boundaries of the nursing profession. Come listen to an original composition by Aart Strootman in a perfect wooden replica of a shipping container, where you can experience the sounds of a nursing home. Admire a light installation by Dana Dijkgraaf inspired by the stained glass of the Kempemhaeghe epilepsy center, or interact with the life-sized care game by Nieke Koek.

Want to learn more about the Onderhuids project? Visit us during DDW and check out the website of the Chair of Person-Centeredness in an Aging Society.

https://www.fontys.nl/Onderzoek/Persoonsgerichtheid-in-een-ouder-wordende-samenleving/Onderzoeksprojecten-2/Onderhuids.htm

Proust Effect: Our incense (Kaori) triggers memories (Kioku) of your past and future.
“Kaori to Kioku” is a design project based in Japan and the Netherlands.
Our collection features beautiful ceramic / lacquerware incense holders, some with botanical motifs using 100-year-old moulds and others made with traditional Japanese potter’s wheel techniques.
All incense sticks are 100% natural and plant-based.
These organic incense sticks are free from chemicals.
All products are made in Japan.

Inspired on the myth of “King Erichtonius”, Arkhē: Collective exhibition aims to establish an intimate connection with the artist and the viewer. Exploring the struggles, expectations and ambitions that come with youth, it will portray how these elements are shaping the identity and creative persona of a new generation of creative minds.

Glass will be the centerpiece of the exhibition. In a performative way, “Erichtonius: Seed and Sprout” will display each artist handblowing their designed pieces in an open-space-setting. Guided and supported by Marc Barreda Studio, each of the collective members will shape and craft their glass blown piece few hours everyday.

Through a material and performative approach, “Erichtonius: Seed and Sprout” will become the awakening moment for this new generation of makers and artists. Showcasing the beauty of the craft and referencing their ambition to shape their own struggles and identities.

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Year: 2024

Materials:

• Frame: Wood from bakery bread racks, connections made of plywood, crafted in our own workshop.
• Lamp Shades: 3D printed PETG.

Dimensions: Approximately 110 cm in diameter, height 75 cm.

The works are compositions of rhythm, logic, rules, and surprise.

The jumble of lines in the chandelier forms an organized whole of seven identical shapes.

The top (and bottom) view of the lamp resembles the regular pattern of a snowflake crystal.

At the top and center, there are four light points, cubes with circular indentations on the surfaces.

The base shape is called “Bicycle Rack,” created from the 12 ribs of a cube, originally designed as an object for parking bicycles.

The suspension consists of bicycle brake cables—an appropriate coincidence.

The chandelier is part of the growing “Bicycle Rack” line, which includes furniture, accessories, and silver & gold jewelry, as well as art.

In our ongoing research in craftmanship combined with modern technologies, we created a one-of-a-kind welding machine. It gives us the possibility to create and shape welded skinned objects with metal as our blank canvas. A tool that fits our pragmatic way of working. Hours of testing and perfectioning the machine led to our first ready-made works originated from the machine. A collection where handmade collectible design merges with functional use and simplicity. Each product is unique due to its signature welded skin by the hand of our artists.

My roots inspired me to create an immersive installation

Roetsj, a 360 cm tall marble run, allows marbles to endlessly circulate with the help of an elevator. The marble track produces a mesmerizing sound reminiscent of flowing water, creating an enchanting visual and auditory experience.

My Inspiration to build Roetsj

As a child. I always loved visiting my grandfather’s vegetable garden. Within his garden he had a small greenhouse. The light inside was beautiful, filling the space with a warm glow and a symphony of natural scents. It had a serene atmosphere. I always experienced time differently there, as if it stood still. You could almost see the plants growing and dancing in the sunlight.
This compelling memory from my childhood became the inspiration for building the Roetsj marble run.

Representation of the materials

I am deeply passionate about textures and materials. They subtly tell stories, even when we don’t realize it. To match the greenhouse, I used weathered materials such as reclaimed wood and rusty metal, combined with shiny Plexiglas tubing and new copper fittings, some of the materials my father worked with as a plumber.
These materials generate a striking contrast and friction, narrating the tale of the old greenhouse and its new plants. The greenhouse, like life itself, embodies continuous cycles, with the marbles symbolizing the unending circle of life.

Everyone wants to know how the story ends.

Besides being a Motion Director, I love building kinetic objects and immersive experiences. I am constantly seeking social disruption through curiosity.
Curiosity is a profound character strength, defined by an intrinsic desire to learn and explore new things. It serves as the foundation of creativity and innovation, driving individuals to seek knowledge, ask questions, and challenge established ideas. This desire for new understanding propels us forward, fostering progress and discovery.
Our curiosity drives us to keep watching. When we encounter something unfamiliar, we feel the need to understand it. This way, we open ourselves to innovation and change.
What sparks your curiosity?

Website: www.kevinmegens.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmegens/
Insta: www.instagram.com/kevinmegens/
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@Kevin_Megens_MDA

A Kingsize Grand-Lit and
a sturdy Garde-Robe
as the centerpiece of
an infinite space.

A bed, a wardrobe,
a hotel, a city.
Where you are one, but
especially together.

Handmade for a lifetime.
In nostalgia and future.

www.atelierarnhemwest.nl

https://www.facebook.com/atelierarnhemwest/

MAN architects and furniture maker STOONIE have joined forces. Under the name ECHOES, they are launching a collective where they design and produce furniture and objects inspired by design and architectural history.
During Dutch Design Week (DDW), they will present three objects/furniture pieces: STREETS, PIVOT, and TILT.

https://www.man-architecten.be/

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https://www.stoonie.be/

https://www.instagram.com/stoonie/

In ancient times, Helios was revered as the god of the sun, entrusted with the responsibility of guiding the sun on its daily journey across the sky. As he embarked upon an eternal voyage in his majestic golden chariot, coursing through the heavens, his chariot painted the sky with a mesmerizing palette of colorful and delicate hues. This breathtaking spectacle had the remarkable power to transform the heavenly sky, casting a radiant and enchanting glow upon the world below.
Drawing from ancient concepts, “Helios” pays homage to light’s circular dance. This design invites interaction, allowing you to play with light’s intensity by moving the sphere. Just as Helios shaped the sun’s path, you become the one who controls the brightness, creating a captivating dance of light.

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How are you feeling this morning?
Happy? Sad? Or maybe a bit hungover?
Let’s talk with our playful little items handcrafted from wood veneer scraps.
They are sure to lift your spirits.
Have a good day!

Fresh steel sheets, offcuts of steel sheets, bricks and demolished construction material are being transformed in this collection of objects. They are being transformed into 3 objects that expresses the vision of Zavier’s practice which is “gardening an industrial wilderness.” Wall piece no. 2 is a shelf and an art piece. Zavier uses the material steel as a metaphorical social commentary on how social media reduces who we are and he subverts its reductive quality in steel into something reflective of who we are – layered and complex beings as seen in the geometry of the work. Junk to Funk Console Table and Side Table applies the principle of “valued based performance” to materials instead of what we traditionally know as “performance based value” to materials. Materials are first valued and then given a function instead of the other way where the function determine the material choice.

Website link: www.zavierwong.net
Social media – instagram handle : @zavierwong_

Nature Translations (NaTra) is the art of Juna Miedema, bringing natural elements indoors. Through research, NaTra captures details and translates them into ceramic sculptures. These range from works that integrate into spaces as installations to handmade, detailed sculptures.

Website: www.natradesign.nl 

instagram: junamiedema.studio 

LinkedIn: Juna Miedema

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Skomer Studio will be exhibiting a selection of handcrafted jewellery, including unique one of a kind pieces that are produced incorporating off cuts, leftover scrap materials and repurposed gemstones. The one of a kind collection is inspired by the joy and creativity that comes from working with and bringing new life to existing materials. Pieces from the core Skomer Studio collection will also be on display.

Embroidery artist Heidi Koers draws with needle and thread figurative embroidery art by hand. She lets herself in here led by the material and different textures.
For the project “REVIVE EMBROIDERY” she leaves old revive embroidery by combining the work with her own embroidery style. By playing with different ones embroidery stitches, thick and thin threads, shadows are created and different heights in her work. The dangling wires give the project movement and the artwork goes beyond the wooden frame.

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WEBSITE | www.p-m-k-d.nl

This project explores the upcycling potential of ‘selvage’—the edges of fabric produced during the weaving process. The selvages come from the last remaining name tag factory in the Netherlands and feature fringed tapes with colors that vary based on brand logo designs. Inspired by the material’s unique appeal, this project repurposes it into new products and artworks, showcasing its distinctive characteristics in a beautiful and sustainable way.

Upcycled secondhand furniture is wrapped in these tape-like fringes, adding texture and color while concealing imperfections and breathing new life into the pieces. This sustainable approach encourages interaction and affection, transforming interiors with a fresh, vibrant look.

Website: https://www.maorikimura.com/
Social Media Link: https://www.instagram.com/maori_kimura/

Beyond the story of the colonial past, without forgetting these. Join the conversation about this subject through colorful illustrations.
The people that moved from Indonesia to The Netherlands around 1950 is disappearing. The new generation wants to keep the history alive and wants to know where they come from. There's a lot of information about this subject, but
what do we do with this? And what do we pass on to the new generation?

When the roots are deep, there is no reason to fear the wind.

Ten procent of the Dutch population in The Netherlands have roots in Indonesia. Lots of these people are interested in their family stories and the colonial history, because little or no attention was paid to this subject in Dutch school lessons. People look for information, recognition and connection with others via various platforms. This has resulted in wonderful and educational initiatives such as theater, art exhibitions, podcasts, magazines, books and documentaries. All kinds of beautiful projects are created to learn about our colonial history. And every year on August the 15th, a special commemoration takes place, in which the Second World War in Southeast Asia is commemorated.

Looking into the future.

Gigi van Grevenbroek is one of the persons with Indonesian roots, who is curious to research her family history and the general colonial history of The Netherlands and Indonesia. In addition to all the romanticized personal stories about the past, there is also enough information about the turbulent time in colonized Indonesia. This history evokes strong emotions for many people. In her environment, Gigi notices that many people get stuck in these sad stories that makes a melancholic atmosphere arises.
It is nice to support each other who share the same roots, but the history of our ancestors is much more than just a hell of a story. The Indonesian, Moluccan and Papuan community is strong and Gigi wants to show this in her illustrations. She wants to go beyond sharing memories and showing support, and believes that illustrations and opening up the conversation about this subject can create more connection. It is time to celebrate our freedom and think about what we are going to do with all the information and stories we have. What do we want to pass on to the generations that come after us?
Join the illustrative interaction during Dutch Design Week.
Gigi collects people’s thoughts around the question ‘What do we want to pass on to the next generations?’ and visualizes the answers in new illustrations for the project ‘Indo Future Talks.’ Together with her existing work, you can view and purchase these artworks in a cozy environment, which refers to the Indonesian, Moluccan and Papuan community. Through an interactive element and the designer herself, you can share your thoughts about the illustrations and this subject. Which elements in the image appeal to you? What do you know about colonial history in Indonesia? What stories do you want to pass on to the new generations?

With Indo Future Talks, Gigi wants to start a conversation about the complex subject and collect all the stories. This will serve as inspiration for more illustrations in for the project in the future. Because Gigi expects that the more knowledge about the Indian, Moluccan and Papuan community is shared, the more connection there will be between people. Whether you have or not have a connection with this subject, every visitor can connect with the detailed illustrations.

About the designer:

Gigi van Grevenbroek works as an illustrator from out De Havenloods in Utrecht. She works on projects for clients and runs her own webshop with postcards, prints and notebooks (all made from recycled and reused materials).
Gigi’s work is colorful and great for a wide audience. Behind every work there is a message about a social topic. She gets inspired by her Indonesian roots and equal human rights. She hopes to connect people with each other and create more awareness about these topics.

info@gigivangrevenbroek.com
www.gigivangrevenbroek.com

Casting Standards, looks to re-energize un-stylish utensils by deploying a technique of “repair-through-collage”. This project montages existing popular handles to restore forgotten tableware. Now, when you grab the spoon for a sip of soup, you experience a pair of pliers in your hand. An uncanny experience of seeing one tool but feeling another.

At MrStarsky, you can create your own artwork, designed by illustrators! Everything at MrStarsky can be personalized to your heart’s content—the position of the stars at birth, your child’s initial, or even their full name. Choose a design for the nursery and get started!

Website: https://www.mrstarsky.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrstarskyamsterdam/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrstarsky

Pinterest: https://nl.pinterest.com/MrStarskyAmsterdam/

Strong cuts, precise constructions, and high-quality materials are the guiding principles towards function and shape.
It is a continuous developing collection where with every series of bags & garments, high quality woven fabrics, know-how and skills from the ethnocultural origins of the materials are studied and subsequently interpreted in each individual pattern language.
We work with the material as the starting point of our creations.
We approach a new bag, coat, or garment by the textile itself, manipulating the fabric, exploring the natural raw materials like linen, cotton, and pure wool.
The development of our collection is a very organic process.
The collection consists of timeless versatile pieces that transcend seasons through the conscious selection of fabrics.
We encourage a more ethical and responsible approach by proposing a ‘made to order ‘principle. We present our collection pieces along with, and according to available fabrics and only when ordered each item is individually crafted.
Manufacturing takes place entirely in Portugal in our SENNES work studio.

Website WWW.SENNES.ORG
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sennes_neledeblock/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sennes.org/

House of Thol was founded by designers Thomas and Jana in 2014 with the aim to create functional, affordable products inspired by everyday challenges. This DDW, House of Thol is proud to showcase their growing research-based collection of products focused on easy & sustainable living.
House of Thol’s new designs often start with a personal challenge encountered by the designers in their everyday lives. This sparks a deep investigation into the root causes of the issue, examining it from various perspectives—practical, technical, and biological—as well as through historical, sociological, and anthropological lenses.

This Dutch Design Week, the designers will not only present their finished products but also launch an online portal that highlights the extensive research behind each concept.
Alongside their Easy Green Living collection, House of Thol is developing the Future Furniture line, featuring circular and reparable furniture and lighting pieces.

At Piet Hein Eek, they will present their ReCovered Cabinets, made from discarded metal filing cabinets. These cabinets can be converted on-site, significantly saving on logistical costs and transportation.

www.houseofthol.nl

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It’s not only about the final product, but also about the process.
It all started in collaboration with Tine De Cleer who has 20 years’ experience in fashion.
She knew from the inside that the fashion industry had reached a breaking point.

The studio’s philosophy is in line with the concept of slow fashion. I’m using artisanal techniques such as

dyeing and handweaving to give a heart and soul to the garment.
It’s a small range of one-off pieces with a timeless aesthetic.

The garments are a mix of handwoven pieces in natural materials such as linen and wool together with

high-quality deadstock fabric.

Linen is a part of my history; my grandfather was a Flemish flax worker.
They will be only on sale directly through events.

www.jeudefil.be

https://www.instagram.com/jeudefil.textiledesign/

Outside_in is a series of ongoing installations located at the openings of modern buildings (spaces in between the interior and exterior). Its purpose is to promote an in-house multi-dimensional sensory experience for people living and working in standardized high-rise buildings. The installations act as an intermediary in the process of natural resources entering the interior, leveraging the characteristics of materials and forms to maintain a fluctuating relationship with the external natural energy. Ultimately, the changes in this relationship are conveyed to the people indoors through multi-modal forms.

Ins:outsi_in

Website: zixuanzhangportfolio.com

For OR STUDIO FURNITURE, the Dutch Design Week 2024 will be the opportunity for an official brand launch!

Showcasing its statement piece, the Lounge Chair, which defends a vision of furniture design with strong lines and a close relationship to the raw material.

OR STUDIO FURNITURE draws inspiration from brutalist architecture and concentrates on solid European ash wood.

The approach is minimalist and radical, but also realistic in terms of use, comfort, and affordability.

During the fourth week of October in Piet Hein Eek’s showroom, you are welcome to visit, experiment, and support the design of this young brand.

For me, it is absolutely clear: art cannot exist without marketing. In fact, for me, marketing itself is art. I explore how I can use the marketing of major brands like Jacquemus and Gucci to draw attention to my work. With this in mind, I have chosen to present myself through a brand name: Aesthetic Studios. This allows me to create more distance and volume and to highlight the remarkable power of marketing.

Within my brand Aesthetic Studios, I design and create ceramic (interior) objects, installations, and more. Iconic, contemporary, and tasteful—the objects from Aesthetic Studios represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship and are unparalleled in their functional design and attention to detail.

Welcome to the world of Aesthetic Studios.

In addition to FIK’s successful collection of scented candles, we have passionately embarked on a new direction in interior objects, focusing on color and shape. The result: vibrant design where sustainability and playful compositions are at the forefront.

Wanderlights are candles like you’ve never seen before: floating on their wick, made according to an authentic recipe, and featuring a subtle color palette. A Wanderlight can be used both indoors and outdoors, burns for four to six months, and can be replenished since the wick is reusable. During Dutch Design Week, Wanderlights will present their collection at Piet Hein Eek.

www.wanderlights.com

Instagram: wanderlightscom

Buro Berger works with renowned designers and artists who do not stop at the submission of a design. They collaborate with them from start to finish. This results in contemporary, special and high- quality products for your home that last a lifetime.

During DDW they will introduce new work by Diego Faivre, Lex Pott, Martin Hirth and Nynke Tynagel.

Drawing inspiration from nature, Natsuko Mizushima, a Japanese artist based in Berlin, creates jewelry and objects from natural materials, incorporating silver. Her work highlights the beauty of the natural world by observing, collecting, and processing materials to reveal their unique properties.

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The UMA project is designed to enhance taste and appetite, especially for older people whose taste buds and other senses have weakened, for those with appetite disorders, or for people who have completely or partially lost their sense of taste, for example, after contracting the SARS-CoV-2 virus. 

According to neurological research by Charles Spence, elements such as color, shape, sound and material can be used to intensify, indicate, or create the illusion of taste. Each element contains information that our brain translates into physical sensations. Our mind creates taste expectations before the food reaches our mouths, so imagine that flavor could be created mainly, if not only in our minds, with the right tools. 

With this knowledge we can reduce the amount of salt, sugar, citric acid and monosodium glutamate in processed foods, influencing healthier eating habits.

The use of appropriate visual stimulation enhances the taste of the dish, e.g. a pink, shiny plate with a smooth, streamlined form can make a low sugar dessert seem sweeter, food in a white plate with a rough texture will appear to taste more salty.

Uma tableware can facilitate not only healthy eating but also turning the duty of eating into an interesting experience for everyone. 

https://www.instagram.com/hakdesignstudio/

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Kaarigari uses the Indian steel tableware industry as a case study to explore the preservation of craftsmanship in a rapidly industrializing world. In India, mass production has sustained a market for artisans, while in Europe, the focus on exclusivity has marginalized similar crafts. This contrast reveals the complex interplay of market demand, cultural perceptions, and economic factors in shaping traditional crafts. Drawing from their experience in Eastern contexts and Western industrial ecosystems, they examine how traditional Indian craft techniques, particularly in metalware, have adapted to industrialization. The choice of studying tableware explains itself as it combines industrial and design principles. Which allows the duo to question whether industrial distribution is the only way to preserve traditional crafts and if the decreasing emphasis on utility in Western design signifies a decline in genuine innovation. Through experiments and collaborations, they aim to build an informed practice that challenges power dynamics and promotes meaningful engagement with global craft traditions.

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Linea proposes a collaborative network connecting local industries, materials, and culture in the Charente region of Southwestern France. It reimagines the production of goods as a process of collective effort, intertwining traditional rope-making with the renowned Limoges porcelain and the local oyster industry. Through a collection of vessels, Studio Noff aims to cultivate new practices and aesthetic culture that correspond with the material and social environments in which they operate.

Website: https://studionoff.com/
IG: @studio.noff

Nudaforma is a multidisciplinary design studio founded in 2022 in Milan by Filippo Salis. We are interested in creating ideas and emotions blended with sustainable materials. Material experimentation takes center stage in our projects, aiming to create sensory experiences between object and user.

Get ready to embrace simplicity at “Product Design for Dummies!” This exhibition doesn’t focus on high-end design with complex concepts but invites you to explore a world where crafting techniques and playful forms take center stage. Celebrating the joy of creation, it’s a tribute to design that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Leave behind the stress of adulthood and rediscover the techniques you once used as a child, now elevated to a grand stage.

These hands-on techniques yield results that are both transparent and intimate, emerging from the simplicity of the methods employed. Imagine staples visibly connecting two pieces of paper, or glue leaving a mark after joining materials. What stands out is how the aesthetics of crafting highlight the joy of making. The playful and experimental nature of crafting emphasizes the process itself, rather than just the final product. Through experimenting with these techniques, I explored the boundary between crafting and design, seeking to blend the two through various production methods. This exploration has resulted in a range of products that reveal the dialogue between crafting and design, all of which will be showcased during the “Product Design for Dummies” exhibition.

The Re-Craft Project will be exhibited at Dutch Design Week 2024, showcasing works that blend art, design, and craftsmanship. By featuring various artists and their creations, Re-Craft aims to highlight the importance of craft and culture in design while giving the next generation of designers a platform to shine.

The project will present a cohesive theme, allowing each participating designer to stand out and tell their own story while also reflecting on Re-Craft’s current theme: the role of design philosophy in the transformative art of craft. The goal is to foster a deeper connection between design, art, craft, and the public while also bringing attention to emerging designers within the industry.

The artists participating in the Re-Craft project include: Bo Zhang, Li Ding, Xunxing Liang, Rui Huang, Yongzun Wu, Jiayu Zhu.

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Jérémy Bergeaud, designer at Duranto Studio, showcases his experimental research focused on upcycling and weaving in various forms. He creates furniture and patterns using reclaimed tape and fabric made from recycled plastic bags.

Dear Plastic is an homage to the aesthetics of plastic. The objects aim to rise the appreciation for everyday plastic products by celebrating the beauty of their shapes, colors, and narratives without using the controversial material. Design elements of the omnipresent plastic world are transferred into sculptural, durable objects and thus liberated from the fast-moving throwaway mentality. Handcrafted production in high-quality materials honors those forms that are otherwise carelessly discarded.

Boiling 3D printed objects to inflate gives one-of-a-kind shapes.

Standing in front of a lake calms the mind. That’s why Moon Seop Seo wanted to take the lake home. But the moment he placed the glass of lake water he had collected on the table the magic was gone. Moon Seop wants to pay tribute to the living water and use its potential in the urban environment by creating a spatial experience where people can enjoy a moment of relaxation. Look at how a drop of water falls into a puddle and comes to life again. Experience the relaxing rhythm of the water in the middle of the city’s hubbub.

“Passage to the Lake” 

“Standing in front of a lake makes me calm.
I could stare at it for hours.
I wanted to take the lake home with me.
So I took a glass of lake and brought it home.
With excitement, I placed the cup on my table.
The moment it was on the table,
It was dead.

I go back to the lake and sit closer.
Instead of trying to bring the lake home,
I create a small passage.
Whenever I am overwhelmed by the pace of the urban life,
I walk through the passage.
Standing in front of the passage to the lake makes me calm.”

The Face To Face series is a collection of chairs that taps into the social rules that shape our lives. This series explores invisible but tangible boundaries that define how we relate to one another. With a keen eye for design, the Face To Face series allows the user to examine the emotions that arise from distance, closeness, and the space between individuals. What does it mean to be physically close, and why can this proximity feel either comforting or uncomfortable? These chairs invite the user to reflect on the experience of interaction and intimacy, offering a new perspective on how we connect with others.

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Cengiz Hartmann is a German artist who tries to reduce objects to their essentials without removing the poetry. The word Begreifen serves as a key to his work – it means both to touch and to understand – or thinking with the hands.

Samuel Szraga and Ambre Pourcelot, two young designers based in Eindhoven and recently graduated from the Design Academy Eindhoven bring their two practices of steel lamps and ceramic bird whistles together. Both series of objects will be presented together in a harmonious presentation in which both objects interact and complement each other, the colorful magnetised birds ornamenting the tubular lamp structures as a nesting ground !

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BIRNE is a line of porcelain objects by ceramist Massimo Pavan. The aesthetic aims at a meticulous repetition of lines and simple forms in limited pieces and variations. A quiet reflection on simplicity and deep attention to detail distinguish his practice. Each piece is carefully and exclusively wheel-thrown.

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The English word ‚to animate‘ originates from the Latin word ‚animare‘, which translates to ‚bring life‘ to something.
A good example of this original meaning are animation movies, where a stationary picture becomes ‚alive‘ through the optical illusion of movement.

But there is more to it. Each single drawing tells a story, but only if we watch them in succession with other pictures can we start to grasp the deeper meaning of the movie.
I have always been fascinated by the idea that all physical things could contain some sort of ‚life‘ or ‚anima‘, which turns rather ordinary objects into something meaningful that deserves to be treated with a certain amount of respect.

My ‚Play Anima Sculptures‘ originated from the idea of giving new ‚life’ to leftover pieces from my old works that, for me, already contained a meaning or memory.
‚Play Memory Structures’ are in some way a continuation of my ‚Play Anima‘ concept. They combine old pieces from my workshop with objects that were once part of somebody else’s life. Each element, no matter if it was manufactured by my own hands, gifted to me, bought at a flea market, or found on the roadside, has its own meaning and tells its own story, just like a single picture in an animation sequence. But as a part of a ‚Play Memory Structure‘ all pieces can serve as a projection surface for the associations and memories of other people, gain a new meaning as a unit, and become ‚alive‘ again. 

The Surfaced Project is a project aimed at using up wood material to the last piece. In normal furniture production, each part such as legs, beams, seats etc. are pre-shaped and finished, and furniture is completed by combining them at the end. In the Surfaced Project, furniture is made in theopposite way, which is like sculpting. The wood is cut into small pieces and connected to make a large mass, and furniture is surfaced from there. The good thing about this method is that the loss of wood can be minimized and the leftover material pieces can be carried over to the next work. In the mass production process of normal furniture, for example, if the length does not fit the parts, the material is not used and it is either discarded or consumed as fuel chips. In the Surfaced Project, I give up efficiency and trade off to use the material to the last piece. The size of the material at hand is different each time, so randomness is included. Therefore, although the finished product has the same shape, the size and arrangement of the small pieces composing it will be different. It is also an advantage to produce rarity as a work for galleries.  

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