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Outline cutlery 24 pieces dining set
CutleryOutline Cutlery 24-Piece Set for 6 persons made from 18/08 stainless steel. The set includes 6x forks, knives, spoons and tea spoons. The cutlery is dishwasher safe (available in black polished / matte satin / polished).From: € 145,00Outline Cutlery 24-Piece Set for 6 persons made from 18/08 stainless steel. The set includes 6x forks, knives, spoons and tea spoons. The cutlery is dishwasher safe (available in black polished / matte satin / polished).
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Outline cutlery 6 cake forks
Cutlery, OtherMaarten Baptist designed the Outline Cutlery as his graduation project from Design Academy Eindhoven. He had a dinner with friends in mind for whom he wanted to design iconic tools. His first sketches consisted of seven sets. Each set would characterize one of his friends.From: € 35,00Maarten Baptist designed the Outline Cutlery as his graduation project from Design Academy Eindhoven. He had a dinner with friends in mind for whom he wanted to design iconic tools. His first sketches consisted of seven sets. Each set would characterize one of his friends.
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Outline cutlery 6 espresso spoons 10 mm / 3,93 inch
Coffee design, CutleryThis Espresso Set will set you up for a birthday party or coffee with the family on Sunday. It set contains 6 espresso spoons.From: € 29,95This Espresso Set will set you up for a birthday party or coffee with the family on Sunday. It set contains 6 espresso spoons.
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Outline Rainbow cutlery set, small fork knife and spoon
CutleryOutline Rainbow cutlery 🌈🍴Yes, they have all the colors of the rainbow and inspire us to enjoy the coming summer with garden picnics and balcony dinners! Order this cutlery set for small dishes. Exclusively online and limited stock.From: € 29,95Outline Rainbow cutlery 🌈🍴Yes, they have all the colors of the rainbow and inspire us to enjoy the coming summer with garden picnics and balcony dinners! Order this cutlery set for small dishes. Exclusively online and limited stock.
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Julie carafe 250 ml
Coffee design, Glassware€ 35,00Julie is a jewel-like carafe of the finest laboratory glass. On one side is an opening for filling, through which ice cubes or lemon slices will pass with ease. On the other side you will find a modest spout, whose minimal lip makes spills almost impossible.
Julie is a jewel-like carafe of the finest laboratory glass. On one side is an opening for filling, through which ice cubes or lemon slices will pass with ease. On the other side you will find a modest spout, whose minimal lip makes spills almost impossible. Carafe including cork and glass straw.
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Julie carafe 800 ml
Glassware€ 45,00Julie is a jewel-like carafe of the finest laboratory glass. On one side is an opening for filling, through which ice cubes or lemon slices will pass with ease. On the other side you will find a modest spout, whose minimal lip makes spills almost impossible.
This bird-like carafe was designed in a family of stacked glassware but in itself proved to be the star of the party. It was further developed and a cork lid was added, which helps distinguish the back from the front. The decanters come in three sizes: Small to serve a iced coffee – or a matcha latte, Mid-sized to offer water at the dinner table. The Large size allows – for instance – your Bordeauxs to breathe.
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Julie carafe 1500 ml
Glassware€ 55,00Julie is a jewel-like carafe of the finest laboratory glass. On one side is an opening for filling, through which ice cubes or lemon slices will pass with ease. On the other side you will find a modest spout, whose minimal lip makes spills almost impossible.
Julie is a jewel-like carafe of the finest laboratory glass. On one side is an opening for filling, through which ice cubes or lemon slices will pass with ease. On the other side you will find a modest spout, whose minimal lip makes spills almost impossible.
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2 x Small Julie carafe 250 ml
Coffee design, GlasswareThe smallest size is sold as an oil and vinegar set, or as a single item. The carafe launched some time ago, and has since been picked up around the world. The studio was sent pictures of all kinds of people who make small drinks in it, using it to livening up the dinner table or to offer refreshments. Set is containing two carafe two glass straws & two corks.€ 45,00The smallest size is sold as an oil and vinegar set, or as a single item. The carafe launched some time ago, and has since been picked up around the world. The studio was sent pictures of all kinds of people who make small drinks in it, using it to livening up the dinner table or to offer refreshments. Set is containing two carafe two glass straws & two corks.
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Tripod red wine glasses
GlasswareWhat happens if you take a classic wineglass and replace its round base with a tripod? This glass is easier to grasp firmly, which makes swirling the wine easier too. Tripod glasses are sold in a set of two pieces. The glasses are made in the Czech Republic. They are made from technical glass and 100% dishwasher safe and made from one piece of glass.From: € 75,00What happens if you take a classic wineglass and replace its round base with a tripod? This glass is easier to grasp firmly, which makes swirling the wine easier too. Tripod glasses are sold in a set of two pieces. The glasses are made in the Czech Republic. They are made from technical glass and 100% dishwasher safe and made from one piece of glass.
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Tripod water glasses
GlasswareWhat happens if you take a classic wineglass and replace its round base with a tripod? This glass is easier to grasp firmly, which makes swirling the wine easier too. Tripod glasses are sold by the piece. The glasses are made in the Czech Republic. They are made from technical glass and 100% dishwasher safe and made from one piece of glass. These glasses are also in the design collection of MOMA SF in San FranciscoFrom: € 75,00What happens if you take a classic wineglass and replace its round base with a tripod? This glass is easier to grasp firmly, which makes swirling the wine easier too. Tripod glasses are sold by the piece. The glasses are made in the Czech Republic. They are made from technical glass and 100% dishwasher safe and made from one piece of glass. These glasses are also in the design collection of MOMA SF in San Francisco
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Tripod white wine glasses
GlasswareThe “tripod” collection of three-footed glasses in borosilicate is seditious. In the hand, they force the fingers to work. At rest, they seem to dance. As troublemakers of the dinner table, tripod glasses play with the tradition of the placed goblet. Dishwasher compatible.From: € 75,00The “tripod” collection of three-footed glasses in borosilicate is seditious. In the hand, they force the fingers to work. At rest, they seem to dance. As troublemakers of the dinner table, tripod glasses play with the tradition of the placed goblet. Dishwasher compatible.
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Tripod Whisky Glass
GlasswareHand-blown Whisky glass, made in heat safe borosilicate glass. Dutch designer Maarten Baptist combines artisanal technique with radical boldness.From: € 45,00Hand-blown Whisky glass, made in heat safe borosilicate glass. Dutch designer Maarten Baptist combines artisanal technique with radical boldness.
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Tripod Espresso Glass 50 ml
GlasswareThe Tripod Glasses series is now extended with a Espresso or Ristretto cup. The cup is 10 cm tall fitting many professional and home espresso machines. The cup is designed to highlight your favourite beans for a full enjoyment of your coffee experience. The clear glass also gives you a perfect view of the espresso layers.From: € 45,00The Tripod Glasses series is now extended with a Espresso or Ristretto cup. The cup is 10 cm tall fitting many professional and home espresso machines. The cup is designed to highlight your favourite beans for a full enjoyment of your coffee experience. The clear glass also gives you a perfect view of the espresso layers.
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Tripod Glass Plate
GlasswareTripod Glass Plate is perfect for serving or presenting special desserts and delicate small bites. Fits well as an elegant piece aside any of the glasses in the Tripod series. The diameter of the plate is 8.5 cm (3.34") and the height is 7 cm (2.75"). Like all the tripod glasses, this one is also dishwasher safe.From: € 35,00Tripod Glass Plate is perfect for serving or presenting special desserts and delicate small bites. Fits well as an elegant piece aside any of the glasses in the Tripod series. The diameter of the plate is 8.5 cm (3.34″) and the height is 7 cm (2.75″). Like all the tripod glasses, this one is also dishwasher safe.
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Tripod Champagne Glass
GlasswareDutch designer Maarten Baptist combines ancestral technique with radical boldness. The “tripod” collection of three-footed glasses in borosilicate is seditious. In the hand, they force the fingers to work. At rest, they seem to dance. As troublemakers of the dinner table, tripod glasses play with the tradition of the placed goblet. Dishwasher compatible.From: € 75,00Dutch designer Maarten Baptist combines ancestral technique with radical boldness. The “tripod” collection of three-footed glasses in borosilicate is seditious. In the hand, they force the fingers to work. At rest, they seem to dance. As troublemakers of the dinner table, tripod glasses play with the tradition of the placed goblet. Dishwasher compatible.
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Tripod Martini Glass
GlasswareAs troublemakers of the dinner table, tripod glasses play with the tradition of the placed goblet. Dishwasher compatible. Dutch designer Maarten Baptist combines ancestral technique with radical boldness. The “tripod” collection of three-footed glasses in borosilicate is seditious. In the hand, they force the fingers to work. At rest, they seem to dance.From: € 75,00As troublemakers of the dinner table, tripod glasses play with the tradition of the placed goblet. Dishwasher compatible. Dutch designer Maarten Baptist combines ancestral technique with radical boldness. The “tripod” collection of three-footed glasses in borosilicate is seditious. In the hand, they force the fingers to work. At rest, they seem to dance.
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Big aluminium table
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes, by which they become incredibly strong and very light (the largest size table only weighs a 35 kilo!). The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams.From: € 1.595,00 From: € 995,00The furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes, by which they become incredibly strong and very light (the largest size table only weighs a 35 kilo!). The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams.
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Aluminium dining table
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes, by which they become incredibly strong and very light (the largest size table only weighs a 35 kilo!). The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams. This dining table has a dimension of 180 x 80 cm and a hight of 74 cm.From: € 1.995,00 From: € 1.350,00The furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes, by which they become incredibly strong and very light (the largest size table only weighs a 35 kilo!). The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams. This dining table has a dimension of 180 x 80 cm and a hight of 74 cm.
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Balcony aluminium table
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes, by which they become incredibly strong and very light (the largest size table only weighs a 35 kilo!). The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams. This small table is 60 x 60 cm and 74 cm hight.€ 1.595,00 € 995,00The furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes, by which they become incredibly strong and very light (the largest size table only weighs a 35 kilo!). The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams. This small table is 60 x 60 cm and 74 cm hight.
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Square aluminium table
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes. The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams. To be able to take a good night of frost, the tables and benches are laser welded and coated (so you won’t have to store them for winter).€ 2.900,00 € 1.750,00The furniture is entirely made up of aluminium tubes. The table top and bench seat are supported by Maarten’s signature diagonal beams. To be able to take a good night of frost, the tables and benches are laser welded and coated (so you won’t have to store them for winter).
How to make drip coffee.
Enjoy a perfect morning coffee ritual or start your working with an filter coffee made with lightly roasted Ethiopian beans.
Begin by boiling some water and let it cool to 96 degrees.
Stack the glass coffee filter on top of the jug and place a paper filter inside. After pouring a small amount of boiling water through the filter to wet the paper and heat up the glass, add roughly ground coffee beans.
Drip a little water onto the coffee and let it bloom and rise, waiting for oily bubbles to appear on the surface before pouring over the rest of your water. Aim for it to pass through the filter in approximately two minutes.
Now you are all set for a delicious breakfast of start your work day at home!
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450 ml STACK glass Jug
Coffee design, GlasswareThe Jug is exactly the same size as the Tall Glass – the only differences are the addition of a perfectly round handle and a detailed poring spout. Extra strong heat-safe glass ensures liquids can be carried and served safely regardless of their temperature.€ 17,50The Jug is exactly the same size as the Tall Glass – the only differences are the addition of a perfectly round handle and a detailed poring spout. Extra strong heat-safe glass ensures liquids can be carried and served safely regardless of their temperature.
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250 ml STACK Glasses
Coffee design, GlasswareDesigned to perfection, the STACK is a series of intelligent glasses and dishware that fit flawlessly into one another. With a subtle colour palette of soft Jade Green, Smoky Grey and Milky White that is set off by Crystal-Clear elements, the series is stunning in its minimalist yet playful appearance.From: € 9,95Designed to perfection, the STACK is a series of intelligent glasses and dishware that fit flawlessly into one another. With a subtle colour palette of soft Jade Green, Smoky Grey and Milky White that is set off by Crystal-Clear elements, the series is stunning in its minimalist yet playful appearance.
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Glass STACK Coffee Filter
Coffee design, GlasswareStack the Coffee Filter on top of the Jade Green Short Glass and place a paper filter inside. After pouring a small amount of boiling water through the filter to wet the paper and heat up the glass, add roughly ground coffee beans. Drip a little water onto the coffee and let it bloom and rise, waiting for oily bubbles to appear on the surface before pouring over the rest of your water. Aim for it to pass through the filter in approximately two minutes.€ 15,00Stack the Coffee Filter on top of the Jade Green Short Glass and place a paper filter inside. After pouring a small amount of boiling water through the filter to wet the paper and heat up the glass, add roughly ground coffee beans. Drip a little water onto the coffee and let it bloom and rise, waiting for oily bubbles to appear on the surface before pouring over the rest of your water. Aim for it to pass through the filter in approximately two minutes.
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STACK complete Slow Drip Coffee set
Coffee design, GlasswareComplete Slow Drip Coffee set containing: glass coffee filter holder, 100 paper coffee filters, jug, 4 glasses ( Jade Green, Smoky Grey and Milky White and Crystal-Clear ). This set is dishware that fit flawlessly into one another. You are all set for a delicious breakfast!€ 79,95Complete Slow Drip Coffee set containing: glass coffee filter holder, 100 paper coffee filters, jug, 4 glasses ( Jade Green, Smoky Grey and Milky White and Crystal-Clear ). This set is dishware that fit flawlessly into one another. You are all set for a delicious breakfast!
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Coat rack by the meter mintgreen
OtherWith a wink to the shakers’ wall stretching coatracks, the base of the coatracks is a square metal bar which is laser cut in a 100 cm, 50 cm and 19,76 cm stretch. After which the hooks (which are 10 cm apart) are pulled out by hand.From: € 8,00With a wink to the shakers’ wall stretching coatracks, the base of the coatracks is a square metal bar which is laser cut in a 100 cm, 50 cm and 19,76 cm stretch. After which the hooks (which are 10 cm apart) are pulled out by hand.
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Coat rack by the meter white
OtherExited by loopholes in the production process, Baptist loves to circumvent apparent impossibilities. As such he creates a line of products that are comfortably familiar. The Coatrack by the Meter is one of such products. Working with local industries, Maarten invests in lasting relations with the craftsmen who manufacture the products.From: € 8,00Exited by loopholes in the production process, Baptist loves to circumvent apparent impossibilities. As such he creates a line of products that are comfortably familiar. The Coatrack by the Meter is one of such products. Working with local industries, Maarten invests in lasting relations with the craftsmen who manufacture the products.
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Coat rack by the meter black
OtherThe hole of the hook creates, allows you to screw the rack onto the wall. They are powder coated in a standard matt black and matt white or mint green, but can the coatracks can be customized in any other colour to fit any interior. As an insider’s joke, Baptist hides his date of birth in every product. The standard 2-hook coatrack is 19.76 centimetres.From: € 8,00The hole of the hook creates, allows you to screw the rack onto the wall. They are powder coated in a standard matt black and matt white or mint green, but can the coatracks can be customized in any other colour to fit any interior. As an insider’s joke, Baptist hides his date of birth in every product. The standard 2-hook coatrack is 19.76 centimetres.
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YVE clear glass vase
GlasswareIn collaboration with a local Dutch glassmaker and a Belgium woodworker, Maarten Baptist created a series of vases. All made from borosilicate glass but in clear and Jade green colour. There are 3 different shapes Wide vase, Middle tall vase and Tall Vase. And the Jade green series also has a Tall vase with a narrow neck.From: € 180,00In collaboration with a local Dutch glassmaker and a Belgium woodworker, Maarten Baptist created a series of vases. All made from borosilicate glass but in clear and Jade green colour. There are 3 different shapes Wide vase, Middle tall vase and Tall Vase. And the Jade green series also has a Tall vase with a narrow neck.
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100 ml JADE coffee cups
Coffee design, OtherWithin the coffee culture, the smell is an important part of the experience. Which shape supports the best taste? In two years, Maarten developed the shape that creates the best taste, together with a local barista and the local producer. In short iterations, the team tested many shapes in search of a unique though archetype shape. For your holding pleasure, the cup has no handle, as it fits in the cradle of your hand. The series’ thick walls will keep your coffee at the best temperature. 100 ml 0.03 gallon and 150 ml to the rim.From: € 7,50Within the coffee culture, the smell is an important part of the experience. Which shape supports the best taste? In two years, Maarten developed the shape that creates the best taste, together with a local barista and the local producer. In short iterations, the team tested many shapes in search of a unique though archetype shape. For your holding pleasure, the cup has no handle, as it fits in the cradle of your hand. The series’ thick walls will keep your coffee at the best temperature. 100 ml 0.03 gallon and 150 ml to the rim.
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50 ml JADE espresso cups
Coffee design, OtherCoffee from a quality espresso machine is built up of layers, first the fats, then the tastes and smells. The cups’ round angled walls make coffee flows gently into them. The volume of this thick porcelain ristretto cup 50 ml 0.02 gallon and 75 ml to the rim.From: € 7,00Coffee from a quality espresso machine is built up of layers, first the fats, then the tastes and smells. The cups’ round angled walls make coffee flows gently into them. The volume of this thick porcelain ristretto cup 50 ml 0.02 gallon and 75 ml to the rim.
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180 ml JADE cappuccino cup
Coffee design, OtherThe cups are presented on a cork coaster that fits two cups. The series can be ordered in large editions, as to be available for restaurants and bars. The producer’s expertise promises the cups can easily be customised with any logo or pattern, but the regular execution is a crème white porcelain. For consumers, a gift box is available with four cups and two coasters. Volume 180 ml 0.04 gallon the cup fits 210 ml to the rim.From: € 8,50The cups are presented on a cork coaster that fits two cups. The series can be ordered in large editions, as to be available for restaurants and bars. The producer’s expertise promises the cups can easily be customised with any logo or pattern, but the regular execution is a crème white porcelain. For consumers, a gift box is available with four cups and two coasters. Volume 180 ml 0.04 gallon the cup fits 210 ml to the rim.
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JADE porcelain saucer
Coffee design, OtherThis porcelain saucer fits all JADE coffee cups (espresso is a bit loose). The series can be ordered in large editions, as to be available for restaurants and bars. Dimension saucer 14 cm x 2 cm.€ 8,00This porcelain saucer fits all JADE coffee cups (espresso is a bit loose). The series can be ordered in large editions, as to be available for restaurants and bars. Dimension saucer 14 cm x 2 cm.
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Salt spoon Tube cutlery glossy
Coffee design, CutleryThe Tube Cutlery is slightly out of the ordinary as if suggests approaching dinner a little differently. A mini change in this trusted product challenges us in our habits.€ 7,95The Tube Cutlery is slightly out of the ordinary as if suggests approaching dinner a little differently. A mini change in this trusted product challenges us in our habits.
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Espresso spoon Tube cutlery
Coffee design, CutleryUsing a round tube as a base, the shapes are cut out of the tube at a slight angle, giving the series its unique curve and quirky character.From: € 8,95Using a round tube as a base, the shapes are cut out of the tube at a slight angle, giving the series its unique curve and quirky character.
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Coffee spoon Tube cutlery
Uncategorized, Coffee design, CutleryThe idea arise after a Greek coffee roaster TAF asked Maarten if he could make a nice coffee spoon next to his coffee cups.From: € 9,95The idea arise after a Greek coffee roaster TAF asked Maarten if he could make a nice coffee spoon next to his coffee cups.
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Sorbet spoon Tube cutlery
UncategorizedCould a production-led design steer a novel manner of eating? Maarten Baptist’s long-time cherished idea for making a cutlery set out of a round tube exemplifies this thought.From: € 14,95Could a production-led design steer a novel manner of eating? Maarten Baptist’s long-time cherished idea for making a cutlery set out of a round tube exemplifies this thought.
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Salt Jar with Outline espresso spoon
GlasswareThis glass salt jar embraces functionality and aesthetic qualities. Made of durable grey borosilicate glass, it’s a beautiful practical object to have by your stove when cooking or on a dining table. It comes with a cork lid and Maarten Baptist's signature black Outline espresso spoon matching well with the smoky grey glass.€ 29,95This glass salt jar embraces functionality and aesthetic qualities. Made of durable grey borosilicate glass, it’s a beautiful practical object to have by your stove when cooking or on a dining table. It comes with a cork lid and Maarten Baptist’s signature black Outline espresso spoon matching well with the smoky grey glass.
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Glass Sugar Dispenser with 5 gram pouring lid
Coffee design, GlasswareExtending the JADE coffee series, Maarten Baptist adds a sugar dispenser. It is made of smoky grey borosilicate glass and a cork lid with a glass tube attached. The piece is designed to dispense ±5 grams of sugar per each turning and pouring.€ 19,95Extending the JADE coffee series, Maarten Baptist adds a sugar dispenser. It is made of smoky grey borosilicate glass and a cork lid with a glass tube attached. The piece is designed to dispense ±5 grams of sugar per each turning and pouring.
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Set of 4 smokey grey glass straws short and thick
Coffee design, GlasswareReusable glass straws from Maarten Baptist are made from very strong borosilicate glass. These straws are wider than the normal diameter—making them perfect for any drinks including your smoothie with crushed ice. You can help the environment by creating less waste with these beautiful glass straws instead of using the well-known disposable ones. They can be cleaned easily by rinsing with water or with a brush and dishwasher safe.From: € 9,95Reusable glass straws from Maarten Baptist are made from very strong borosilicate glass. These straws are wider than the normal diameter—making them perfect for any drinks including your smoothie with crushed ice. You can help the environment by creating less waste with these beautiful glass straws instead of using the well-known disposable ones. They can be cleaned easily by rinsing with water or with a brush and dishwasher safe.
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Milk Pitcher smoky grey glass
GlasswareIn 2018 Maarten Baptist extended the series of Jade coffee cups with Milk and Sugar items. They are made from smoky grey Borosilicate glass. The milk jug contains 150 ml liquid and is heat safe can be placed in the microwave. The small spout makes spills almost impossible.From: € 19,95In 2018 Maarten Baptist extended the series of Jade coffee cups with Milk and Sugar items. They are made from smoky grey Borosilicate glass. The milk jug contains 150 ml liquid and is heat safe can be placed in the microwave. The small spout makes spills almost impossible.
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TUBE Dining Chair plywood seat
Chairs and TablesUnder the idea of making objects from tubes, The Tube Chair is made in a similar way to the Tube Table: The legs were created by laser-cutting three small eye-shaped holes around the 10 cm diameter round tube and three lines along its the length. The three legs are bent outward and affixed firmly with a little welding. The seat is connected with 4 bolts to the frame. A playful chair aside the Tube Table, the low backrest gives a proper support but also makes an active seat.€ 295,00Under the idea of making objects from tubes, The Tube Chair is made in a similar way to the Tube Table: The legs were created by laser-cutting three small eye-shaped holes around the 10 cm diameter round tube and three lines along its the length. The three legs are bent outward and affixed firmly with a little welding. The seat is connected with 4 bolts to the frame. A playful chair aside the Tube Table, the low backrest gives a proper support but also makes an active seat.
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TUBE Bar Chair plywood seat
Chairs and TablesTube Chair comes in two heights: dining chair and bar chair. The bar chair is a unique sculpture as its height showing extra well the way the chair is constructed. Also, the footrest is made from a tube giving comfort. The seating height can be adjusted with a metal ring specially designed to fit neatly on the top part of the tube. Please contact us when the seating height should be adjusted. With the metal ring, we can raise the seating level, but we can also customize the height by producing the legs with a shorter or longer tube.€ 350,00Tube Chair comes in two heights: dining chair and bar chair. The bar chair is a unique sculpture as its height showing extra well the way the chair is constructed. Also, the footrest is made from a tube giving comfort. The seating height can be adjusted with a metal ring specially designed to fit neatly on the top part of the tube. Please contact us when the seating height should be adjusted. With the metal ring, we can raise the seating level, but we can also customize the height by producing the legs with a shorter or longer tube.
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TUBE Dining Chair upholstered
Chairs and TablesIn addition to the oak-finish plywood seat with a transparent black or natural lacquer, there is also an upholstered version. The current upholstered version uses Vescom's Ponza or Togo textiles, but all other suitable textiles can also be applied to this chair. A playful chair aside the Tube Table, the low backrest gives a proper support but also makes an active seat.From: € 385,00In addition to the oak-finish plywood seat with a transparent black or natural lacquer, there is also an upholstered version. The current upholstered version uses Vescom’s Ponza or Togo textiles, but all other suitable textiles can also be applied to this chair. A playful chair aside the Tube Table, the low backrest gives a proper support but also makes an active seat.
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TUBE Bar Chair upholstered
Chairs and TablesTube Chair comes in two heights: dining chair and bar chair. The bar chair is a unique sculpture as its height showing extra well the way the chair is constructed. Also, the footrest is made from a tube giving comfort. The seating height can be adjusted with a metal ring specially designed to fit neatly on the top part of the tube. Please contact us when the seating height should be adjusted. With the metal ring, we can raise the seating level, but we can also customize the height by producing the legs with a shorter or longer tube.From: € 435,00Tube Chair comes in two heights: dining chair and bar chair. The bar chair is a unique sculpture as its height showing extra well the way the chair is constructed. Also, the footrest is made from a tube giving comfort. The seating height can be adjusted with a metal ring specially designed to fit neatly on the top part of the tube. Please contact us when the seating height should be adjusted. With the metal ring, we can raise the seating level, but we can also customize the height by producing the legs with a shorter or longer tube.
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Lascivious Sofa “TO”
OtherA typical Maarten-touch – a simple gesture with grand effect – the classic curves of the backrest of his Lascivious Sofa are turned upside down. The regular rounded curve has become a hollow one. The fabric is a charming silk velvet, allowing for the hue of the seat and backrest to be mildly different.From: € 2.100,00A typical Maarten-touch – a simple gesture with grand effect – the classic curves of the backrest of his Lascivious Sofa are turned upside down. The regular rounded curve has become a hollow one. The fabric is a charming silk velvet, allowing for the hue of the seat and backrest to be mildly different.
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Lascivious Sofa “LOVE”
OtherThe sofas ooze a lush luxurious couch experience: a modern take on the drawing room, where cigar-smoking men digest their dinners. This series of sofas is updated to a happy colourful light version of the old tradition.From: € 2.212,50The sofas ooze a lush luxurious couch experience: a modern take on the drawing room, where cigar-smoking men digest their dinners. This series of sofas is updated to a happy colourful light version of the old tradition.
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Lascivious Sofa “WANT”
OtherThe sofas help you hide in open spaces: on the one hand it offers a shelter space, an easy backrest, but the low back also provides a royal view of the entire space. The sofas ooze a lush luxurious couch experience: a modern take on the drawing room, where cigar-smoking men digest their dinners. This series of sofas is updated to a happy colourful light version of the old tradition.From: € 2.625,00The sofas help you hide in open spaces: on the one hand it offers a shelter space, an easy backrest, but the low back also provides a royal view of the entire space. The sofas ooze a lush luxurious couch experience: a modern take on the drawing room, where cigar-smoking men digest their dinners. This series of sofas is updated to a happy colourful light version of the old tradition.
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Lascivious Sofa “YOU”
OtherA typical Maarten-touch – a simple gesture with grand effect – the classic curves of the backrest of his Lascivious Sofa are turned upside down. The regular rounded curve has become a hollow one. The fabric is a charming silk velvet, allowing for the hue of the seat and backrest to be mildly different.From: € 2.225,00A typical Maarten-touch – a simple gesture with grand effect – the classic curves of the backrest of his Lascivious Sofa are turned upside down. The regular rounded curve has become a hollow one. The fabric is a charming silk velvet, allowing for the hue of the seat and backrest to be mildly different.
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Leather wall clock 30 cm
OtherThe clocks have a strong physique, even though they are made of the softest leather. The leather is strenghtened by a paper backing, enforced by a liquid glue. Each is made from a single sheet of leather, in which 12 cuts indicate the hours. The hand stitching gives the clock its solid shape. A slope clockwork silently passes the hours by, giving this clock a soft presence on your wall.€ 295,00The clocks have a strong physique, even though they are made of the softest leather. The leather is strenghtened by a paper backing, enforced by a liquid glue. Each is made from a single sheet of leather, in which 12 cuts indicate the hours. The hand stitching gives the clock its solid shape. A slope clockwork silently passes the hours by, giving this clock a soft presence on your wall.
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Leather wall clock 50cm
OtherNoon leather clock are made of high quality leather from the Danish company Sørensen Læder A/S, which specialised in vegetal tanned leather for over 40 years. By the place of hanging the pure leather of the clock will change colour through its exposure to light. The side where the light enters the room, the colour will fade somewhat faster than the other face of the clock.€ 395,00Noon leather clock are made of high quality leather from the Danish company Sørensen Læder A/S, which specialised in vegetal tanned leather for over 40 years. By the place of hanging the pure leather of the clock will change colour through its exposure to light. The side where the light enters the room, the colour will fade somewhat faster than the other face of the clock.
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YVE Jade tall vase with narrow neck
GlasswareYVE is presenting that one beautiful flower, made from jade green borosilicate glass made by skilled glassmakers. The vase is supported by a wooden block, made out oak, which exposes the vases. Projects such as YVE result from the close collaboration between designer Maarten Baptist and the glass blower. Bouncing ideas off each other makes the craziest ideas seem feasible.From: € 175,00YVE is presenting that one beautiful flower, made from jade green borosilicate glass made by skilled glassmakers. The vase is supported by a wooden block, made out oak, which exposes the vases. Projects such as YVE result from the close collaboration between designer Maarten Baptist and the glass blower. Bouncing ideas off each other makes the craziest ideas seem feasible.
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Leather desk clock 10 cm
OtherThe clocks have a strong physique, even though they are made of the softest leather. The leather is strengthened by a paper backing, enforced by a liquid glue. Each is made from a single sheet of leather, in which 12 dots indicate the hours. The hand stitching gives the clock its solid shape. A slope clockwork silently passes the hours by, giving this clock a soft presence on your wall.€ 95,00The clocks have a strong physique, even though they are made of the softest leather. The leather is strengthened by a paper backing, enforced by a liquid glue. Each is made from a single sheet of leather, in which 12 dots indicate the hours. The hand stitching gives the clock its solid shape. A slope clockwork silently passes the hours by, giving this clock a soft presence on your wall.
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Outline cutlery black pieces
CutleryEach of the sizes come in three colour ways: matte satin, polished and black polished. The black colour is added through Physical Vapour Deposition, which is a scratch-resistant coating. The set resembles the first pencil drawings of the Outline Cutlery.From: € 9,95Each of the sizes come in three colour ways: matte satin, polished and black polished. The black colour is added through Physical Vapour Deposition, which is a scratch-resistant coating. The set resembles the first pencil drawings of the Outline Cutlery.
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Outline cutlery 6 fish knives
CutleryThe dining fork’s middle tooth is a little shorter than the other teeth, giving it a fish fork’s function to be enjoyed together with the fish knife.From: € 40,00The dining fork’s middle tooth is a little shorter than the other teeth, giving it a fish fork’s function to be enjoyed together with the fish knife.
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Outline cutlery matt pieces
CutleryThe Outline Cutlery consists of a full dinner set. The dining fork’s middle tooth is a little shorter than the other teeth, giving it a fish fork’s function to be enjoyed together with the fish knife. Next to the relaunch, the series has also been expanded with a small set of cutlery items -in all three colour ways-.From: € 6,95The Outline Cutlery consists of a full dinner set. The dining fork’s middle tooth is a little shorter than the other teeth, giving it a fish fork’s function to be enjoyed together with the fish knife. Next to the relaunch, the series has also been expanded with a small set of cutlery items -in all three colour ways-.
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Outline cutlery glossy pieces
CutleryFor the relaunch, Maarten Baptist mainly focussed on perfecting the pieces, for instance, the thickness of the outline changed slightly. The series is made out of 18/08 stainless steel, which makes for a very durable cutlery.From: € 6,50For the relaunch, Maarten Baptist mainly focussed on perfecting the pieces, for instance, the thickness of the outline changed slightly. The series is made out of 18/08 stainless steel, which makes for a very durable cutlery.
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Two Wave whisky glasses 125ml
GlasswareThis low drinking glass is perfect for your Whisky or to a Red wine. The glasses are hand-blown by craftsmen in the Czech Republic and come in varying heights. All have the same wave form at the base, which means they can be stacked bottom-to-bottom.From: € 24,95This low drinking glass is perfect for your Whisky or to a Red wine. The glasses are hand-blown by craftsmen in the Czech Republic and come in varying heights. All have the same wave form at the base, which means they can be stacked bottom-to-bottom.
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Wave glass 250ml
GlasswareThe glasses are hand-blown by craftsmen in the Czech Republic and come in varying heights. All have the same wave form at the base, which means they can be stacked bottom-to-bottom.From: € 12,00The glasses are hand-blown by craftsmen in the Czech Republic and come in varying heights. All have the same wave form at the base, which means they can be stacked bottom-to-bottom.
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Wave glass 500ml
GlasswareThe glasses are hand-blown by craftsmen in the Czech Republic and come in varying heights. All have the same wave form at the base, which means they can be stacked bottom-to-bottom.From: € 15,00The glasses are hand-blown by craftsmen in the Czech Republic and come in varying heights. All have the same wave form at the base, which means they can be stacked bottom-to-bottom.
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Coffee cups tape decoration
Coffee design, OtherThis decoration is showing that we can place a transfer from the outside to the inside on the cup. And there is a nice 14 karat golden detail to it.From: € 40,00 From: € 35,00This decoration is showing that we can place a transfer from the outside to the inside on the cup. And there is a nice 14 karat golden detail to it.
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Round Tube table 155 cm
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe diameter of this table is 155 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.From: € 2.595,00The diameter of this table is 155 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.
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Oval Tube table 240 cm
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe diameter of this table is 120 cm x 240 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.From: € 3.595,00The diameter of this table is 120 cm x 240 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.
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Round Tube table 120 cm Rosso
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe diameter of this table is 120 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.From: € 1.950,00The diameter of this table is 120 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.
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Round Tube bar table 110 cm height
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe tables can be customised to any size and shape. This table is customised for the VPRO tv program “De toekomstbouwers” (The future builders). The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’.From: € 1.950,00The tables can be customised to any size and shape. This table is customised for the VPRO tv program “De toekomstbouwers” (The future builders). The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’.
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Lucky love dining chair
Chairs, Chairs and TablesProducts should be able to strike up a conversation. Maarten Baptist designed his Lucky Love Chair to put you in a good mood with a seat that softly cradles your bum. The Lucky Love Chair will suit any public space or restaurant. Beside the iconic shape it is incredibly comfortable.€ 695,00Products should be able to strike up a conversation. Maarten Baptist designed his Lucky Love Chair to put you in a good mood with a seat that softly cradles your bum. The Lucky Love Chair will suit any public space or restaurant. Beside the iconic shape it is incredibly comfortable.
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Lucky Love Chair Cow-skin
Chairs, Chairs and TablesLimited edition total 50 pieces of this brown cow version. Delivered with a low or medium black frame and signed and numbered by Maarten Baptist€ 950,00Limited edition total 50 pieces of this brown cow version. Delivered with a low or medium black frame and signed and numbered by Maarten Baptist
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Lucky Love Lounge Chair
Chairs, Chairs and TablesLucky Love Lounge Chair is made from plywood with a veneer of ash, the frame is made of powder coated steel. Designed in the Netherlands plywood is made in Germany.€ 695,00Lucky Love Lounge Chair is made from plywood with a veneer of ash, the frame is made of powder coated steel. Designed in the Netherlands plywood is made in Germany.
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Lucky Love Bar Chair
Chairs, Chairs and TablesThe seat is made in one of the best factories in Germany’s woodwork industry where the production is environmentally neutral. The forest that provides the wood for the Lucky Love Chair is located in North Germany right next to the production factory. First, the trees are steamed and peeled like a pencil. From these thin wooden sheets the ‘fingers’ of the chairs are cut.€ 725,00The seat is made in one of the best factories in Germany’s woodwork industry where the production is environmentally neutral. The forest that provides the wood for the Lucky Love Chair is located in North Germany right next to the production factory. First, the trees are steamed and peeled like a pencil. From these thin wooden sheets the ‘fingers’ of the chairs are cut.
Tube tabele.
Maarten Baptist further explores the opportunities of using tubes as base material. In the Tube Table, the base is distinctly recognisable as building material.
Noon leather clock.
Each clock is made from a single sheet of leather, in which 12 cuts indicate the hours. The hand stitching gives the clock its solid shape.
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Teardrop stool
Chairs and Tables, Tables‘A round stool is great, but it suggests an endless lack of direction.’ For this reason, Maarten introduced a right angle. This minor adjustment allows the stool to fit into corners, giving it that missing sense of direction. The Teardrop stool is a nice match Maarten’s Lascivious sofa.From: € 650,00‘A round stool is great, but it suggests an endless lack of direction.’ For this reason, Maarten introduced a right angle. This minor adjustment allows the stool to fit into corners, giving it that missing sense of direction. The Teardrop stool is a nice match Maarten’s Lascivious sofa.
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Clover Glasses
GlasswareThe production of these four-leaf clover glasses likens a gym more than a glass atelier. Each set of a decanter and three glasses is made out of one long extrusion glass tube, which is pulled down a round metal bar hanging from the ceiling.From: € 55,00The production of these four-leaf clover glasses likens a gym more than a glass atelier. Each set of a decanter and three glasses is made out of one long extrusion glass tube, which is pulled down a round metal bar hanging from the ceiling.
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Teardrop table
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe teardrop table is manufactured in a small workshop in the Netherlands: all craftsmen wear dust coats and their average age is over 50. With this expertise on board, the table’s default wood type, oak ash or wengé– ‘nice and pure’ – can be changed to any other material, while colour and size are also flexible.From: € 2.760,00The teardrop table is manufactured in a small workshop in the Netherlands: all craftsmen wear dust coats and their average age is over 50. With this expertise on board, the table’s default wood type, oak ash or wengé– ‘nice and pure’ – can be changed to any other material, while colour and size are also flexible.
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YVE Jade green glass vase
GlasswareIn collaboration with a local Dutch glassmaker and a Belgium woodworker, Maarten Baptist created a series of vases. All made from borosilicate glass but in clear and Jade green colour. There are 3 different shapes Wide vase, Middle tall vase and Tall Vase. And the Jade green series also has a Tall vase with a narrow neck.From: € 175,00In collaboration with a local Dutch glassmaker and a Belgium woodworker, Maarten Baptist created a series of vases. All made from borosilicate glass but in clear and Jade green colour. There are 3 different shapes Wide vase, Middle tall vase and Tall Vase. And the Jade green series also has a Tall vase with a narrow neck.
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Tube terras table 76cm
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe Tube table is designed by Maarten Baptist, the tubes are laser-cut from a 100mm diameter round tube. The legs are bent outward and affixed with a little welding. The top can be applied by customer or we deliver some different materials for the top. This top can also be customised in color and diameter.From: € 230,00The Tube table is designed by Maarten Baptist, the tubes are laser-cut from a 100mm diameter round tube. The legs are bent outward and affixed with a little welding. The top can be applied by customer or we deliver some different materials for the top. This top can also be customised in color and diameter.
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Tube side table 45cm
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe Tube table is designed by Maarten Baptist, the tubes are laser-cut from a 100mm diameter round tube. The legs are bent outward and affixed with a little welding. The top can be applied by customer or we deliver some different materials for the top. This top can also be customised in color and diameter.From: € 215,00The Tube table is designed by Maarten Baptist, the tubes are laser-cut from a 100mm diameter round tube. The legs are bent outward and affixed with a little welding. The top can be applied by customer or we deliver some different materials for the top. This top can also be customised in color and diameter.
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Tube standing table 110cm
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe Tube table is designed by Maarten Baptist, the tubes are laser-cut from a 100mm diameter round tube. The legs are bent outward and affixed with a little welding. The top can be applied by customer or we deliver some different materials for the top. This top can also be customised in color and diameter.From: € 245,00The Tube table is designed by Maarten Baptist, the tubes are laser-cut from a 100mm diameter round tube. The legs are bent outward and affixed with a little welding. The top can be applied by customer or we deliver some different materials for the top. This top can also be customised in color and diameter.
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Round Tube table 120 cm
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe diameter of this table is 120 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.From: € 2.750,00The diameter of this table is 120 cm. The table top is made from form ‘ARPA Fenix’. Height is 76 cm but table will be customised for the customer.
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Yve hand mirror
GlasswareFrom: € 595,00The mirror is made from technical glass with a silver coating inside and made in Czech Republic, Belgium and Germany.
The oak wood bases are finished with a transparent lacquer, the shelf can be used left and right .
YVE is a girl’s name; a hand mirror is typically a girl’s product. Ordinarily mirrors are flat surfaces, YVE is mirror all around. The inside of the ball is covered in silver, which gives the mirror a naturally bronze and your skin a nice glow.
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ROBBIN aluminium folding chair
Chairs, Chairs and TablesIn collaboration with an Eindhoven-based producer, ‘the’ folding chair was stripped-down to create a light weight, easy to produce chair. The chair can easily be stacked in a corner of your living room as extra seating — though for its sleek design you will not want to story it away at all!From: € 295,00In collaboration with an Eindhoven-based producer, ‘the’ folding chair was stripped-down to create a light weight, easy to produce chair. The chair can easily be stacked in a corner of your living room as extra seating — though for its sleek design you will not want to story it away at all!
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TOTEM cabinet landscape
OtherThe horizontally oriented cabinet facilitates every celebration. It will hold your wine collection with attitude, and present your musical collection with grace: the ultimate piece of furniture with which to throw a lavish party!€ 7.250,00The horizontally oriented cabinet facilitates every celebration. It will hold your wine collection with attitude, and present your musical collection with grace: the ultimate piece of furniture with which to throw a lavish party!
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TOTEM cabinet standing
OtherThe standing cabinet opens to two sides, as its generous size needs to breath in the interior. This cabinet dictates the interior, not the other way round.€ 8.250,00The standing cabinet opens to two sides, as its generous size needs to breath in the interior. This cabinet dictates the interior, not the other way round.
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Dutch landscape sofa
OtherAt first glance the Single Sofa could be mistaken for any archetypal couch, with two armrests, an upright backrest and a generous seat. So what?. What makes this sofa special is the kink at one end, which turns it into the ideal couch for sitting, lounging, sleeping – or maybe just for looking at. Produced in Italy with a removable cover, the Single Sofa has been awarded the Red Dot Design Award.At first glance the Single Sofa could be mistaken for any archetypal couch, with two armrests, an upright backrest and a generous seat. So what?. What makes this sofa special is the kink at one end, which turns it into the ideal couch for sitting, lounging, sleeping – or maybe just for looking at. Produced in Italy with a removable cover, the Single Sofa has been awarded the Red Dot Design Award.
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SLOW COOKER
GlasswareDeveloped in collaboration with Edwin Severijn (from restaurant Sot-l’y-laisse, this simple procedure based on insulation, has an age-old precedent in the haybox. Fill the glass capsule with the ingredients and place it back in the cork shell.The charming bomb-like thermos will cook your dish in up to 8 hours, cooling the boiling water used to prepare your dish to 95 – 75°C.From: € 150,00Developed in collaboration with Edwin Severijn (from restaurant Sot-l’y-laisse, this simple procedure based on insulation, has an age-old precedent in the haybox. Fill the glass capsule with the ingredients and place it back in the cork shell.The charming bomb-like thermos will cook your dish in up to 8 hours, cooling the boiling water used to prepare your dish to 95 – 75°C.
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MAGICAL DRIP
GlasswareThe stainless steel holder clamping your plate supports the reservoir – made of heat-safe laboratory glass – to be filled with liquid tastes to finish your dinner palate. It literarily adds flavour to food: a drop of delicious additional taste, complementing every bite.From: € 70,00The stainless steel holder clamping your plate supports the reservoir – made of heat-safe laboratory glass – to be filled with liquid tastes to finish your dinner palate. It literarily adds flavour to food: a drop of delicious additional taste, complementing every bite.
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Lascivious Sofa “POINT”
OtherThe point coffee table can be used wiht a pillow on-top like a hocker.From: € 137,00The point coffee table can be used wiht a pillow on-top like a hocker.
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low TUBE cabinets
OtherThis modular cabinet employs the best characteristics of its materials and uses each in its purest form: wooden planks and aluminum tubes. The tubes are laser-cut to hold the shelves and function as side standards. Choosing tubes over solid materials is a well-known building trick to create light – but very strong – constructions.This modular cabinet employs the best characteristics of its materials and uses each in its purest form: wooden planks and aluminum tubes. The tubes are laser-cut to hold the shelves and function as side standards. Choosing tubes over solid materials is a well-known building trick to create light – but very strong – constructions.
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High Tube Cabinet
OtherThis modular cabinet employs the best characteristics of its materials and uses each in its purest form: wooden planks and aluminum tubes. The tubes are laser-cut to hold the shelves and function as side standards. Choosing tubes over solid materials is a well-known building trick to create light – but very strong – constructions.This modular cabinet employs the best characteristics of its materials and uses each in its purest form: wooden planks and aluminum tubes. The tubes are laser-cut to hold the shelves and function as side standards. Choosing tubes over solid materials is a well-known building trick to create light – but very strong – constructions.
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Simple Table
Chairs and Tables, TablesThe Simple Table is precisely what it appears to be. It’s form is clear, and you will read how it’s put together in no time. Maarten Baptist designed it for his own workroom, but he was so pleased with the result that he decided to produce it for sale as well. Table is made of oak wood, can be changed to any other material.From: € 2.500,00The Simple Table is precisely what it appears to be. It’s form is clear, and you will read how it’s put together in no time. Maarten Baptist designed it for his own workroom, but he was so pleased with the result that he decided to produce it for sale as well. Table is made of oak wood, can be changed to any other material.
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Carafe and measuring jug
GlasswareJust place this spoon in this jug and read off the measurements from the scale. Remove the spoon to use the jug as a carafe.€ 35,00Just place this spoon in this jug and read off the measurements from the scale. Remove the spoon to use the jug as a carafe.
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JADE porcelain saucer
Coffee design, OtherThis porcelain saucer fits all JADE coffee cups (espresso is a bit loose). The series can be ordered in large editions, as to be available for restaurants and bars. Dimension saucer 14 cm x 2 cm.€ 8,00This porcelain saucer fits all JADE coffee cups (espresso is a bit loose). The series can be ordered in large editions, as to be available for restaurants and bars. Dimension saucer 14 cm x 2 cm.
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Coffee cups gold sleepy face awake
Coffee design, OtherDid make some special designs this cups have a sleepy face outside and after finishing your coffe you are awake 😉From: € 40,00Did make some special designs this cups have a sleepy face outside and after finishing your coffe you are awake 😉
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Coffee cups gold Drinking good coffee is sexy
Coffee design, OtherThis decoration is showing that we can place a transfer from the outside to the inside on the cup. And there is a nice 14 karat golden detail to it.From: € 39,95This decoration is showing that we can place a transfer from the outside to the inside on the cup. And there is a nice 14 karat golden detail to it.
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Outline cutlery 6 tea spoons
CutleryMaarten Baptist designed the Outline Cutlery as his graduation project from Design Academy Eindhoven. He had a dinner with friends in mind for whom he wanted to design iconic tools. His first sketches consisted of seven sets. Each set would characterise one of his friends.From: € 35,00Maarten Baptist designed the Outline Cutlery as his graduation project from Design Academy Eindhoven. He had a dinner with friends in mind for whom he wanted to design iconic tools. His first sketches consisted of seven sets. Each set would characterise one of his friends.