In Profile:
Stock Dutch Design

In what direction do you feel that design is moving towards in a general sense?

More use of natural and sustainable materials. Decluttering: clean, simple designs that prioritise functionality and aesthetics.
Integration of cultural and global design influences: a fusion of styles, patterns, and artifacts from diverse cultural backgrounds.
A continued interest in vintage and retro furniture pieces; blending nostalgic elements with modern design for a unique aesthetic.

What projects are you currently working on?

An Italian property in Tuscany, Italy.
A big family home in Breukelen on the side of the river ‘The Vecht’, The Netherlands.
A dream home in sunny Zeeland, The Netherlands.
A villa in Bussum from the famous Dutch architect Cornelis Kruisweg, The Netherlands.

What was your favourite project to work on and why?

Our Stock Show Home, because it gives our clients and prospects the opportunity to see as extensive as possible, how they can shape their dream home.

What was your most challenging project to work on and why?

A family was looking for a plot of land to be used as a food forest in harmony with surrounding nature. A piece bordering a nature reserve proved the perfect find. Birds, bees and deer feel welcome there. The challenge was: marrying sustainability with style.

Which products/services could you not live without when designing?

Our design tool called Vectorworks. With this tool our team can create bespoke furniture with which we can be distinctive and give our designs the typical Stock Dutch Design character.

What are your aims and goals for the next twelve months?

We are working very hard on our time management. Luckily enough it is really busy at our firm. It is a challenge to improve our efficiency whilst still giving our clients the attention they deserve.The purpose of this is to save time for research in the field of new techniques, new products, new finishes etc. Our clients expect from us that we stay ahead of the game.

Final thoughts; tell us a little more about yourself and your daily inspirations:


Your most treasured possession?

The tapestry of Leonie’s grandmother. She created it in 1970 in Baden bei Wien (Austria) It is a beautiful eye catcher in the room. The room is built around it. My team gives me inspiration on a daily base. My colleagues are my sparring partners. It is a privilege to create beautiful things together with them.

Your favourite holiday destination?

A weekend at the Côte d’Azur. There is no place I have ever visited with such beautiful light. No wonder it has inspired so many painters.

Your favourite hotel, restaurant & bar? My favo hotel would be El Fenn in Marrakech. My favorite bar would be le café in Saint Tropez.

Your favourite book, film & song?

Book: Losing my virginity by Richard Branson, film: Intouchables and when it comes to music, the whole oeuvre of Carla Bruni, especially the song ‘Quelqu’un m’a dit’.

Your favourite food and drink.

You can wake me up for a kroket with mustard, a typical Dutch treat stuffed with ragout and covered with bread crumbs. In Amsterdam you can try the famous ‘van Dobben’ kroket. I would highly recommend it when you are in the neigbourhood. If you visit cafe van Dobben you will meet various kinds of people: the locals and the jetset mingle in a very relaxed way.
When it comes to my favourite drink: I don’t drink alcohol, but I really cling to my morning coffee on weekdays.

Your favourite way to spend an afternoon?

A late lunch with the whole family in a chalet in the mountains, after a beautiful hike.

If you weren’t a designer, what would you be?

An artist.