Profile
Gijs Kuijpers
Born: 1994
Hometown: Milheeze
Based in: Eindhoven
Gijs Kuijpers, a passionate young designer with a hands on mentality. A guy with stubbornness as his greatest characteristic. Many times that stubbornness lets him run into trouble, but sometimes it brings him to something wonderful. Furniture design is the main focus of the studio. Heritage, playful problem solving, and the creation process are the most striking elements. Always searching for the perfect balance between aesthetics, functionality and uniqueness. Raising everyday furniture to a higher right to exist is the ultimate goal.
About Gijs Kuijpers
What inspires you?
Cultural Heritage, Childhood Memories
Describe your creative process.
I don't use a script for my design process. Every project requires a different aproach. This makes it way more fun and exciting.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Heritage, playful, craft
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Studio Job & Fabiaan Van Severen
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
My imagination
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Stick to the plan
Where do you go for inspiration?
A forest walk