Maarten Olden

Maarten Olden

designer / owner MO,O design studioAmsterdam, Netherlands
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Maarten Olden

Maarten Olden

designer / owner MO,O design studioAmsterdam, Netherlands
About me
Maarten Olden, Ontwerper About MO,O Maarten Olden set up his MO,O design studio in 2002. The office is located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. MO,O’s designs are on the cutting edge of architecture and product design, on a broad diversity of scales. MO,O designs furniture and products for a variety of manufacturers, and interiors for schools, shops and exhibitions. Maarten also develops his own products and furniture and collaborates with other designers and craftsmen. He has a wide knowledge of materials and production techniques. His fascination for machines and moving parts are revealed in most of his designs. Sometimes explicitly, more often in a more subtle way. Maarten Olden strives to build up a relationship with both his clients and craftsmen. This has resulted in many projects and products that have proven to be very successful.
Projects
  • Stepladder Tooltray, Double Decker SmartBox
    Stepladder Tooltray, Double Decker SmartBoxTooltray / SmartBox Year: 2009 Client: Altrex Category: Furniture design, product design Briefing: Develop an accessory for the existing Double Decker household stepladder. Concept: The Tooltray is a multifunctional plastic container (SmartBox) with an aluminium lid that holds various kinds of tools securely. Opening the lid creates a work surface that is large and strong enough to hold a 20-litre bucket of paint. Result: Complementing the design of the Double Decker stepladder, the Tooltray increases its functionality by providing extra space at the working height and keeping tools organised in one place.
  • outdoor furniture Bergamo lounge collection
    outdoor furniture Bergamo lounge collectionBergamo Year: 2008 Client: Borek Category: Furniture design, product design Briefing: Design a range of outdoor furniture. Concept: The Bergamo range includes separate items as well as a modular system that allows for various combinations. The furniture is made of aluminium profiles and woven Batyline®, a polyester fibre. Result: Because of its striking design, this distinctive furniture can be placed anywhere in the space. www.borek.eu
  • Industrial stepladder / trestle /sawhorse
    Industrial stepladder / trestle /sawhorseX-Pro® Year: 2010 Client: Altrex Category: Product design Briefing: Design and develop a multifunctional construction and industrial stepladder. Concept: By unfolding the two-step ladder and expanding the unique bracket the X-Pro can be used as either a vertical or horizontal workbench. The V-shaped holders make it an ideal trestle. These allow the user to secure different materials. The durable anti-slip steps provide a large and comfortable standing area. The integrated handle in the top step means the stepladder is easy to move and very compact to store. Result: An innovative product that combines a stepladder and a workbench. Italy: Svelt, Extra France: Centaure, X-O
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Work history
    Designer & Owner
    Designing products for various clients in various fields
Skills
  • Design
  • Sketching
  • Furniture Design
  • Product Industrial Design
  • Interior Architecture and Design
  • Product Design Development
Education
    Men and Interactivity
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    industrial design, product design
    Furniture Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design
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    architectural design