Alain Gilles
Alain Gilles is a Belgian designer known for expressive, functional and graphic interior objects. His work consistently seeks a balance between form, function and emotional perception.
A Career Change to Design
Alain Gilles did not begin his career as a designer. Alain Gilles initially studied political science and finance before working for several years at international corporations. At around 30, Alain Gilles decided to change his life completely and follow his true passion, design. Alain Gilles then enrolled at Institut Supérieur de Design in Valenciennes, France.
Alain Gilles opened his own Brussels studio, Alain Gilles The Studio, in 2007. The studio has collaborated actively with major European brands since its founding.
Brands Alain Gilles Has Worked With:
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Bonaldo, Italy, especially known for the Big Table
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Miniforms, Varaschin, La Chance, Vincent Sheppard, Greenmood and others
Alain Gilles combines graphic lines, vivid accents and considered ergonomics. Alain Gilles aims to create more than furniture, designing objects that can evoke emotions and live within a space.
Awards and Recognition:
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Designer of the Year 2012 (Belgium)
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Red Dot Design Award
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Good Design Award
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German Design Award
Alain Gilles views design as a dialogue between an object and a person. Alain Gilles explores how objects can become extensions of personal identity. Alain Gilles gives equal importance to form and to the context in which an object exists.
Alain Gilles pieces
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