User:Muurbloem

Muurbloem design studio is a design studio based in Utrecht. Muurbloem uses walls as a laboratory where ideas on form, composition and color spring to life. The function and atmosphere of the existing space inspires the design, while the proportions of the architecture form a departure point to play with color and composition. Patterns plays an important roll in the Muurbloem collection. They have researched traditional patterns from throughout the ages and combine old world painting craftsmanship with modern digital design. ‘We like mixing elements from the present and the past, with exotic cultures from near and far’. Muurbloem always works together with the customer to create a unique one-of-a-kind piece.

Items designed by Muurbloem have been shown in museums and galleries around the world and have won many design awards.

Designers
The lead designer of Muurbloem design studio is Gonnette Smits, who attend the Utrecht School of the Arts graduating in 1991. Muurbloem design studio was formed by Smits in 2000 after 10 years of extensive work as an independent artist. Muurbloem design studio also employs a team of young assistant designers and technicians. Smits also created collections for other labels as well as her own Muurbloem private label.

Awards

 * 1997: Winner A4 design award 1997, NL
 * 2002: Nominated ELLE Living international decoration Award 2002, EU
 * 2010: Winner of the Dutch Design Awards 2010, NL
 * 2002: Nominated for the German Design Award 2012, DE

Products
Companies who have collaborated with Muurbloem include ege carpets and Stokke children.