Overview

 

Kiki van Eijk

Kiki van Eijk is a celebrated Dutch designer known for her whimsical and lyrical approach to design, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Born in 1978 in Tegelen, The Netherlands, she studied at the Design Academy Eindhoven, where she graduated cum laude in 2000. It was there she met her partner, Joost van Bleiswijk, with whom she frequently collaborates.

 

Artistic Vision and Craftsmanship
Kiki's world is characterized by a vivid imagination and attention to the smallest details of everyday life. Her work is personal and expressive, often drawing inspiration from nature and ordinary objects, transforming them into extraordinary pieces. She is renowned for her use of rich textures and materials, creating a wide range of works including carpets, lighting, furniture, ceramics, glassware, and textiles. Her designs are celebrated for their ability to surprise and delight, merging functionality with poetic storytelling.

 

Global Recognition and Collaborations
Kiki van Eijk's work has been showcased in museums, galleries, and fairs worldwide, including Basel, London, Paris, Milan, Venice, New York, Tokyo, Rome, Moscow, and Holon. She has collaborated with prestigious brands such as Hermès, Saint-Louis, 1882 Ltd, MOOOI, Häagen-Dazs, Serax, Bernhardt Design, and Nodus. Her partnerships extend to esteemed institutions like Studio Edelkoort Paris, the Design Academy Eindhoven, Venice Projects, the Audax Textile Museum, the Zuiderzee Museum, the Noord Brabants Museum, and the Rijksmuseum.

 

Education

  • Design Academy Eindhoven – Bachelor of Design, graduated cum laude (2000)

 

Collections

  • Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
  • Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
  • Victoria and Albert Museum, London, UK
  • Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York, USA
  • Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, New York, USA
  • Zuiderzee Museum, Enkhuizen, The Netherlands
  • TextielMuseum, Tilburg, The Netherlands

 

Picture: Denise Zwijnen

 
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