About

“Tijn van Orsouw is a designer who brings a unique perspective to his work. He explores the potential of existing functions, infusing them with new meanings and distinct shapes. His design journey is characterized by a quest for the perfect form and function. Tijn finds inspiration in natural or reused materials that have their own stories, incorporating them into his creations.


One aspect that sets Tijn apart is his emphasis on how people interact with interior spaces and navigate through them. He carefully considers the user experience, crafting designs that facilitate seamless movement and engagement. By studying human behavior within spaces, Tijn creates environments that are not only visually captivating but also enhance functionality.


Tijn’s designs have a vibrant and lively quality, with each product possessing its own character. Whether working with companies or developing his own collections for indoor and outdoor use, Tijn’s creations leave a lasting impact. His approach acknowledges the significance of space, incorporating materials and their narratives to establish a sense of connection and authenticity.

Education
  • 2020 PDG / NHL Stenden/ Zwolle
  • 2014 Bachelor Product Design / ArtEZ / Arnhem
  • 2013 Minor Cultural & business / Art business Center / Arnhem
  • 2012 Internship / Floris Hovers / Raamsdonkveer
  • 2012 Internship / Weltevree / Arnhem
  • 2011 International shoemaking Camper / Camper / Mallorca
  • 2009 MBO 3DVormgeving & Communicatie / SintLucas / Boxtel
  • 2009 Intership / Creathings / Den Bosch
  • 2008 Intership / Xidy / Geldrop
  • 2005 VMBO-TL / 2College / Berkel-Enschot
Exhibitions
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  • 2024 “Salone del Mobile” / Exhibition / Milan
  • 2023 "Dutch Design Week" / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2022 "ShowUP" / B2B / Den Bosch
  • 2021 "Dutch Design Week" / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2020 "Maison et Objet" / Exhibition / Paris
  • 2019 "Dutch Design Week" / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2018 "Dutch Design Week" / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2018 "London Design Festival - HEAL'S" / Exhibition / London
  • 2018 "FDFA - Here Right Now" / Exhibition / Arnhem
  • 2018 “Salone del Mobile” / Exhibition / Milan
  • 2018 “Object Rotterdam” / Exhibition / Rotterdam
  • 2017 “Dutch Design Week” / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2016 “Kunstliefde – Smaak” / Exhibition / Utrecht
  • 2016 “Dutch Design Week” / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2016 “Event 16” / Stand Tentworx / Utrecht
  • 2016 “Object Rotterdam” / Exhibition / Rotterdam
  • 2015 “LIVING – ROOMS X KUNSTLIJN” / Exhibition /Haarlem
  • 2015 “Dutch Design Week” / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2015 “London Design Festival” / Exhibition / London
  • 2015 “Salone del Mobile” / Exhibition / Milan
  • 2015 “Tuinidee” / Exhibition / Den Bosch
  • 2014 “Dutch Design Week” / Exhibition / Eindhoven
  • 2014 “Geslaagd Ontwerp 16” / Exhibition / Enschede
  • 2014 “De Woonindustrie” / Exhibition / Nieuwegein
  • 2014 “YOUNG at Art 2014” / Exhibition / Almelo
  • 2014 “ArtEZ Finals” / Exhibition / Arnhem
  • 2014 “Con un par” / Graduation show / Arnhem
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Resellers
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  • Arts Center Haarlem / Gedempte Oude Gracht 117-121 / Haarlem
  • Objet / Jan Pieter Heijestraat 100 / Amsterdam
  • Pogo-designshop / Korte Smeden 3, Zwolle
  • Barbara’s Garden / Tatelaarweg 20, Didam
  • Museum Arnhem / Weerdjesstraat 70, Arnhem
  • Made by / Papendwarsstraat 12, Zwolle
  • Oode / Singel 159a, Amsterdam
  • HEAL'S / 196 Tottenham Court Rd, London
  • Loods 5 / Pieter Ghijsenlaan 14B, Zaandam
  • C-more Conceptstore/ Waalbandijk 8, Nijmegen
  • Mint Shop / 2 North Terrace, London
  • Ho Mulder / Beekstraat 30, Arnhem
  • Its Loft / Weverstraat 39, Arnhem
  • Huize Hermine / Huzarenlaan 8, Joppe
  • Galerie Judy Straten / Kerkstraat 3, Horst
  • Outspoken / Verwersstraat 28, ‘s-Hertogenbosch
  • De Wij Vorm / Overstraat 47, Amerongen
  • Abel & Tosh / Webshop
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Publications