Rademakers Gallery | Simone Post

Simone Post

Simone Post (*1990, Utrecht, the Netherlands) is a Rotterdam-based multidisciplinary designer known for her visionary approach to envisioning the future of design by transforming everyday materials into out-of-this-world objects. With textile roots and a passion for material experimentation, Post's work reimagines the potential of discarded or ordinary objects, pushing the boundaries of traditional design. A 2015 honors graduate from the Design Academy Eindhoven, she has quickly gained recognition for her innovative use of color, texture, and print, crafting vibrant, tactile creations that challenge our perceptions of form and function.

Design as Discovery: A Post-Human Approach

Described as a "professional tinkerer," Post embraces a Post-Human design philosophy that transcends the ordinary. Her creative journey is driven by experimentation, where the process of discovery takes precedence over the finished product. This mindset has led to her transforming discarded materials into striking pieces that reflect both aesthetic ingenuity and a deep commitment to sustainability. From pleated ceramics to surreal, candy-like sculptures, her work breathes life into outcasts—materials overlooked or forgotten by society. Her designs envision a world where what’s discarded can become extraordinary.

Collaborations and Global Reach

Post has collaborated with leading global brands such as Hermès, Vlisco, Kvadrat, and Adidas, leveraging her textile roots to create designs that are both functional and visually arresting. Her work, which includes everything from reupholstered furniture to bold textiles, has been exhibited worldwide, including in Europe, the United States, Brazil, China, and India. Nominated for the Dutch Design Award in 2022, Simone Post continues to push the boundaries of contemporary design by turning everyday materials into bold, imaginative creations that defy expectations.

Education:

Design Academy Eindhoven – Bachelor, Man & Living (Cum Laude), 2010–2014
ArtEZ University of the Arts – Propaedeutics, Fashion Design, 2009–2010
Nomination and exhibition at 'The Art of Fashion,' Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum, Rotterdam

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