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©Rutger Graas
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©Rutger Graas
©Rutger Graas
©Erik and Petra Hesmerg

Rutger Graas

  • Maaklab
  • Furniture maker
  • Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Master Artisan
Rutger Graas Furniture maker
Contact
Dutch, English, German
Hours:
By appointment only
Phone:
+31 611301643
©Rutger Graas

Furniture pieces made with love

  • • Rutger creates with his hands, head and heart
  • • He started his business right after graduating
  • • His childhood dream was to become an architect

Master woodworker Rutger Graas has been transforming rough wood into polished furniture as an independent artisan ever since he graduated. “I learned in college that I wanted to do it all: developing concepts, interacting with clients, creating with my hands and the pleasure of making people happy with my work.” With his craft, Rutger does not shy away from innovative techniques, like digital drawing programs and 3D scanning. “Digital support is just another tool in my toolbox. What matters is creating something with a soul.”

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Works

  • ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
  • ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
  • ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
  • ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
  • ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
Photo: ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
Anura

This is a black stool made of stained maple wood. The seat, stem and two legs form one continuous shape. The design is by Aldo Bakker.

Photo: ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
Console

This is a black console table made of cherry wood treated with stain and hardwax oil. It depicts a simple table design, consisting of two legs and a tabletop. The design is by Aldo Bakker.

Photo: ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
Pose

This bench is made of black walnut wood treated with oil and wax. It is a simple bench design: two legs and a seat ledge on top, without a back rest. The legs are broader than the narrow bar for stability. Aldo Bakker designed this piece.

Photo: ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
Swing

In this swing, the seat is made of maple wood treated with chemical stain and wax. The minimal construction brings together three U-shaped pieces of wood to mimic the act of sitting on a swing. The piece is designed by Aldo Bakker.

Photo: ©Erik and Petra Hesmerg
Tonus

This indigo-coloured stool is made of oak wood treated with chemical stain and coloured wax. The construction of this piece gives a muscular, animal-like impression. It was designed by Aldo Bakker.

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