Frederik Delbart
Each designer we work with brings a unique blend of style and vision to our collection. So, we want to share with you stories of collaboration. What goes on in the minds of designers during the creation process, and how our R&D team makes their vision come to life.
Fascinated by light
Light is one of Frederik’s passions, having completed his graduation project about light, and started his career as a lighting designer for Philips. What fascinates him is that something intangible such as light can emerge from a tangible object.
You can do a lot with light: direct, indirect, diffuse light, reflect, absorb. I’m intrigued how light makes a space come alive. Frederik Delbart, Product Designer
Wandering and wondering
Frederik finds inspiration almost everywhere. For him, this feeling is natural, and it gives him energy. “I get inspired by travel and architecture. When I’m traveling, I intentionally go off the track and get lost in cities. I’m constantly looking in all directions, discovering and paying attention to what’s around me."
Mixing history with innovation
Frederik also draws inspiration from history. In his designs we often spot historical inspiration with a modern execution. “In the past, people made fascinating things, as the level of craftsmanship was high. I want to pay homage to that craftsmanship.”
Nothing less than timelessness
Sustainability is incredibly important. Frederik: "If I work with the right materials, my designs age beautifully and develop patina. It is important to me that my designs are sustainably developed. I want to know who made them, and how they were made.”
I draw a lot. I'm constantly looking for shapes, balance in shapes. With Chival, I drew a lot before I found the right proportions and shaped the angles. Frederik Delbart, Product Designer
Designed by Frederik Delbart
Chival Wall
Formed by one single, pleated plate, Chival shows a sharp design and refined craftsmanship. Its up and down vertical light is a natural continuation of the shape, which was inspired by medieval coats of arms.