Design philosophy
Atelier LVDW is the material design studio of Laura van de Wijdeven, based in Rotterdam and Eindhoven area in The Netherlands. She researches the future of sustainable and circular materials with a biophilic point of view. Her goal is to enrich interiors by the use of organic waste streams and bio-based matter. Subconsciously connecting its user with nature by implementing these new materials. The social connection between material, human and nature is intertwined in all her projects. Her research finds its purpose in a variety of interior surfaces and objects. The work is an interplay of reproducible design, craft, experimental and unique art works. All products and materials are completely made in The Netherlands.
Background
Laura graduated at the Lifestyle Design department at Willem de Kooning Academy in Rotterdam in 2016. Her love for nature and the creation of materials evolved into her own design studio in 2017. Laura takes on commissions, freelance assignments and likes to collaborate in the field of material and product design. Feel free to reach out by sending an email to info@atelierlvdw.nl.
Awards
make me! 2023, Finalist Philia, bio-plant
make me! 2022, Winner Eggshell Ceramic
Beyondplastic 2021, Gold Award Winner Eggshell Ceramic
make me! 2020, Finalist Jute Tile
MaDe 2020, Finalist Eggshell Ceramic
ein&zwanzig 2019, Finalist Jute Tile
Green Interior Award 2017, Winner Biophilic Light
Green Interior Award 2017, Commendation Jute Tile
Team
The studio is run individually by Laura in collaboration with interns. Special thanks to former interns Alice Meuric, Sara Bendandi & Erin Faro.
Clients & collaborations
Sistem BE, Dior FR, Spott Trends DK, Atelier Delalande Tabourin FR, Vij5 NL, Boijmans Hillevliet NL, Studio Carter, Oltmans van Niekerk NL, Magasin du Nord DK, Museum de Fundatie NL, House of Thol NL, NellyRodi FR, Cultuur Concreet NL.
