The women shaping RUIMTE

Over time I realized something.

Most of the designers and brand owners whose work found their way into RUIMTE happen to be women.

Not because it was intentional, but because their work kept resonating with me: sensitivity to material, a strong visual language and objects that quietly yet powerfully transform a space.

Pieces that do not try to dominate an interior, but instead bring depth, texture and atmosphere. Objects that feel considered, balanced and alive. I find myself drawn to designers who approach their work with curiosity, patience and a deep understanding of material and form.

 

Beyond the objects

What I admire about these women goes far beyond the objects they create. It is also the way they run their studios and their businesses. How they move between creativity and entrepreneurship. The way they manage to stay sensitive and intuitive while at the same time standing firmly on the ground, true to their own creative language.

There is something contagious in that mix of fragility, determination and authenticity.

It is not about hiding behind a mask or pretending to be someone else. It is about being yourself and allowing that honesty to shape your work. And perhaps that is what makes these objects feel so personal and so powerful. Many of them are incredibly versatile. Designers, makers, entrepreneurs and storytellers at the same time.

 

A different path

Looking back at the history of design (and not only design), it becomes clear that the path to recognition has not always been the same for women and men.

Perhaps that is also why their achievements feel so inspiring. Despite the effort it often takes to be understood and taken seriously, they remain remarkably open, supportive and human. They continue to experiment, to explore and to build their own path. 

Not by trying to fit into expectations, but by developing a language that is entirely their own.

A language that reflects who they are and how they see the world as women. 

 

The women behind the objects

Over the time I had the pleasure of working with many inspiring women across different disciplines. Ceramic artists, textile designers, lighting designers and sculptural thinkers who transform everyday objects into something more expressive.

Among them are designers such as:

Malwina Konopacka

Known for her expressive ceramic objects and bold colours, Malwina Konopacka transforms simple vessels into sculptural pieces that immediately catch the eye. Her iconic OKO vases have become a recognisable presence in contemporary interiors.

Isabelle Neyt

Belgian designer Isabelle Neyt works at the intersection of art and design. Her sculptural vases and textiles blur the line between functional object and artwork, inviting us to see everyday forms in a new way.

Emma Terweduwe

Emma Terweduwe explores textile as a medium for contemporary art. Through layered compositions of colour and texture, her work brings softness, rhythm and depth into interior spaces.

Pani jurek

Magda Jurek, the heart of studio Pani Jurek is known for playful yet refined lighting designs that combine artistic expression with functionality. Their pieces introduce colour, movement and experimentation into everyday interiors.

Caralarga

Founded by Ana Holschneider and based in a former textile factory in Querétaro, Mexico, Caralarga explores the beauty of raw cotton and reclaimed textile fibers. Working closely with local artisans, the studio transforms these materials into handcrafted wall hangings. 

Each of these designers brings her own perspective, background and creative language. Yet they all share something essential: a strong sense of identity and a deep attention to detail.

An ode to women

Today, 8th of March, feels like a beautiful moment to celebrate the women behind these pieces.

Not only for the objects they create, but for the courage, persistence and vision they bring into the world of design.

For the way they stay true to themselves.

For the way they support one another.

And for the inspiration they continue to bring.

Thank you.