Sylvain studied MA Design Products at the Royal College of Art in London, graduating in 2003. In 2004, Sylvain opened his Design Office, based in Brussels, Belgium. SWDO collaborates internationally with clients such as Ligne Roset (FR), Hay (DK), Menu (DK), Stattmann Neue Moebel (DE), Karimoku New Standard (JP), Hem (SE), amongst others. Sylvain has worked with ECAL (CH), ESAPV (BE), ENSAV La Cambre (BE), KHM (BE), VITRA Summer Workshop…
John Ghekiere established Ghekiere Industries in 1997. As the founder of the JOLI furniture brand, he is the managing director of the company as well as the head of JOLI’s design department. His keen interest in innovation, superior materials and a sharp eye for functional design are an intrinsic part of his personality. The creation of new products and directing marketing campaigns are his greatest passion.