01 / 2023
Roos is a designer who’s works arises from per
sonal journeys. Challenged by the boundaries of
a technique, Soetekouw explores a wide variety
of possibilities. This thorough research leads to
new discoveries in shapes, colours, technique and
materials.
Her strong, energetic personality reflects on her
work and gives character to her expressive de
signs.
Being a Amsterdam Fashion Institute graduate,
she developed a strong passion for textiles. The
warmth and protection provided by textiles is in
line with the world Roos wants to create.
“Since Banne has the same vision on a more sus
tainable future as I do, it would only make sense to
team up and create beautiful sustainable products
together.”
Designer
Roos Soetekouw
I challenge myself and
everyone around me
to push the boundaries
of a technique to make
luxurious designs in
a way that is kind to
the world and all of its
inhabitants.
Jan Willem graduated from the University of
Applied Sciences in Utrecht in 2010 and is now
working as a product designer for several brands.
His work is best described as functional design
with a distinct identity, for a wide range of users to
create future memories.
Van Elten’s “no-nonsense” and timeless designs
are meant to last a lifetime. He prefers to work
with high-quality materials and finishes, to achieve
a low impact on the environment in the long run.
Jan Willem’s awareness of the responsibility that
comes with product design in all aspects, together
with his down-to-earthness makes him an obvious
choice as a designer for Banne.
Designer
Jan Willem van Elten
The great thing about
product design is that
you can enrich people’s
lives with a tangible
product that was once
just an idea in your
head.