Marc van der Voorn
The stories...
behind my story
Marc Th. van der Voorn | Allround Furniture Designer
How it’s made
YouTube video
Together with Odesi I shot a short video on how my designs come to life.
During a visit at my studio we talked about my work method, inspiration and our collaboration. A team effort is needed to create a remarkable product that stands out.
The video is part of a serie. Odesi introduces all there designers in a monthly sequence.
For more information visit www.odesi.nl
Design District 2015
Swan by Spoinq
It's all in the details... The Spoinq logo is added to one of the legs of the Swan dining table. I love small details. Be aware of copycats, always look and ask for the logo! - www.spoinq.nl
LEAF tray
Making of
I was asked to design an accessory matching the Branch dining table. I came up with the LEAF tray, a fruit bowl with a twist. The groove guides the fruit towards the center of the bowl. Just like a real leaf, the wood grains symbolize the grains of a leaf. Together with a local craftsman I produced the first series. The LEAF has a diameter of 45 cm and is 6 cm high. It is made from solid Oak with an oil finish.
Wonen & Co
Unique Design
Journalist Cor-Peter Pasma asked me how my designs find their way to the customer nowadays. I told him that you'll find links on my website to the brands I work with, and to shops who sell my work. Or my email address for products I produce and sell by myself. Open the PDF through this link.
Text: Suzanne Dijkstra & Cor-Peter Pasma
Introduction HOLE chair
Interzum - May 2015
During the 2015 edition of Interzum (Koln - DE) Van Drenth Buighout and designer Marc Th. van der Voorn introduce the HOLE chair.
Their collaboration is al about both their competence. Van Drenth Buighout developed the whole chair Marc designed and together they like to bring it to market.
A surprise is one of the key elements that make people stop, turn their head and have a closer look. The legs of the HOLE chair have that effect on people. As a designer I like to team up with committed brands and manufactures to created outstanding interior products to be enjoyed. I think the HOLE chair is a surprising new chair that is comfortable and looks great too.
Visit us in Koln and meet the HOLE chair at Van Drenth Buighout - Hal 5.2 - Stand G020
VT Wonen – make over #8
Twister dining table
VT Wonen stylist Marianne Luning did a great job, transforming the interior of Simone and Steven 19 century family house in Oudewater to a mix they both like. Simone has a romantic touch while Steven loves heavily built furniture. Two extremes that are hard to bring together in one home.
My Twister dining table with its Oak tabletop and graceful steel legs was a sublime choice. Together with the Square chairs by Ruud-Jan Kokke, it looks industrial and elegant.
To see the total make over have a look at episode 8 VT Wonen - SBS6 - April 5.
Both Twister and Square are part of the Spoinq family.
Mist watch
Prototype - 2012
The MIST watch is a wish come true. The dots grid I used for the clock series Mist & Dots is transformed to a watch. Again the print is on the glass, so the clock hands are behind the artwork. Brand: NeXtime
3D Warehouse
Sketchup files
Recently I received some requests from interior architects who liked to add the models I designed for Spoinq to there plans. For those of you who work with Sketchup there is good news. I'm adding the 3D files to the 3dwarehouse.
It is free to use by consumers and professionals. If you have any suggestions or questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
This is the direct link to my section, or use the 'search' function in 3dwarehouse.sketchup.com to look for specific models or just enter my name.
TURN-oN lamp
Volkskrant Magazine - 2014
The TURN-oN lamp was mentioned in an article about Architect Kees van der Hoeven in Volkskrant Magazine (NL). The story was about his self-designed mirrored-house in Wassenaar where he lives with his partner.
The TURN-oN lamp is my first design, released in 2001 by AAN-UIT. Its shape is the archetype of a lamp. The snap fasteners on the edge hold the lamp together and make it possible to literally change the shape of the lamp. For me as a designer it's a 'small gift' when a college appreciates your work...
Text by Kirsten Hannema and Merel Buiting.
Images by Arjan Benning.
This is the link to the complete on-line item.
Maison et Objet 2014
Introduction new models in Paris
The Deck sidetable and Swan dining table series are launched in Paris during Maison et Objet. Spoinq was present in two halls with their collection. New models by Roderick Vos, Ben Oostrum, Ruud-Jan Kokke and Marc Th. van der Voorn were introduced to the public. Visit their website or download there catalog
Not just a website
Welcome
I'm really happy to present you an overview of the products I developed over the years, together with various brands.
Working together with people with a different background and discipline is what it's all about for me. Creating a chair or table with talented craftsman and dedicated brands is more than 'work', it's my goal in life.
This website is custom build by Elvaio and is also the result of teamwork.
Kortrijk 2014
Interieur
A visit to Kortrijk every two years is definitely worth the journey. I share my highlight in this post: The stand of LZF lamps - www.interieur.be
Inspiration
Show your work
I got really inspired by Austin's first book 'Steel like an artist'. His next book 'Show your work' is also a must-read for all of you who like to inspire others. His approach to creativity is simple but so true: Every new idea is a re-mix or mashup of one or two previous ideas. Share your work, ideas and knowledge with others… That belief is the reason I started this blog and write items for Gimmii and collect products and images I love on Interieurindex.
Visit Austin Kleon’s website here.
Sfeerpeer
Column LEVEN! Magazine
For the Dutch magazine LEVEN! I wrote a column about how to optimize the lighting and atmosphere in your home.
Summary: take your time to mix and match the light sources you use. Buy extra lamps to test what works and what not (return what is not working for you!). The tint of all lamps varies in warmth. Take into account the color temperature of illumination you choose. It's measured in Kelvin (K). The lower the number, the warmer the light. For example the flame of a candle is 1200 Kelvin. With this in mind and some extra effort you can gain a lot and make your house a home.
Image by Marike van Pagée
Website LEVEN! Magazine
Also mentioned: www.aan-uit.nl