Marc van der Voorn
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behind my story
Marc Th. van der Voorn | Allround Furniture Designer
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.
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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