If I’ve got a sketchbook or screwdriver in hand, I’m in my element. I love figuring out how things work, especially when nature does it better than we ever could. Whether it’s designing with plants in mind, playing with materials or chasing the feeling of “aha!”, I’m always exploring ways to make our environments a little smarter, greener and more delightful.
I grew up between Dutch order and French flair, which probably explains my love for both structure and spontaneity. As an Industrial Design Engineering student with a soft spot for biomimicry, I’m most at home when I can blend hands-on making with big-picture thinking. This space is a collection of the ideas, prototypes and lessons I’ve gathered along the way