Piet Hein Eek
Dutch designer (born 1967)
About Piet Hein Eek
Born 1967. Piet Hein Eek is a Dutch furniture designer.
Piet Hein Eek is a Dutch designer. He is known for designs which require significant time from craftspeople, despite using very inexpensive, found materials.
Work Piet Hein Eek's work has an ecological focus. His emphasis on using found materials is in service of a sustainable design practice. His designs often bring out natural qualities of his materials, giving his pieces a distinctive look.
He has undertaken projects in sustainability in developing countries, as well as furniture design and production projects in his native the Netherlands. In 2018, he developed a furniture line in collaboration with IKEA.
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Who is Piet Hein Eek?
Dutch designer (born 1967)
When was Piet Hein Eek born?
Piet Hein Eek was born on 29 April 1967 in Purmerend.
What is Piet Hein Eek's occupation?
Piet Hein Eek is a furniture designer.
What nationality is Piet Hein Eek?
Piet Hein Eek is Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Piet Hein Eek. https://biography.guide/piet-hein-eek/
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