Kranen Gille

Founded in 2007, Studio Kranen/ Gille is the brainchild of Jos Kranen (1977) and John Gille (1979) who met when studying at Design Academy Eindhoven.

- Rashmi Gopal Rao

A top-notch design studio, Kranen/Gille is known for its bespoke furniture, lighting products and accessories. Specifically famous for the use of unconventional materials and for adding a creative touch to products, Studio Kranen/Gille is one of the most reputed names in the world of design.

Design duo Jos Kranen and John Gille are both alumni of Design Academy Eindhoven from where they graduated in 2004. Ever since they worked together on a project to create a series of chairs in design school, the duo collaborated with one another, finally setting up the Kranen/Gillestudio which is now located in NJ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands. Having mastered the art of combining different disciplines and crafts, their designs are largely inspired by the industrial revolution.

Inspired by varied sources like oil rigs, shipyards, industrial tools, machines and utensils, their designs combine factory robustness with a touch of nature. Unusual combinations like aluminium and wood reflect the distinctive perspective and bold aesthetics of the designer duo. Replete with a functional yet elegant and timeless appeal, Kranen/Gille furniture and accessories are characterised by their quality and durability.