Baptiste Vandaele, born in Kortrijk, Belgium in 1999, is an innovative and visionary force in the world of design. His passion for creating and designing was ignited during his high school years when he studied visual and architectural arts. This immersive experience transformed his way of thinking and inspired him to pursue a career in the field of design.
After high school, Baptiste delved further into his newfound passion by studying industrial arts. It was during this time that he was recognized for his exceptional talent and was even nominated for a prestigious national design award at the young age of 18. Fueled by this early success and eager to broaden his horizons, he enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in industrial product design at Howest, Kortrijk. With his unwavering dedication and exceptional skills, Baptiste graduated with honors.
Seeking to take his design journey to new heights, Baptiste aspired to gain admission to the esteemed Royal College of Art in London for a Master’s program in design products. Despite his acceptance, the unforeseen challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic prevented him from commencing his studies. Undeterred by this setback, Baptiste made an audacious decision to establish his own design studio.
Baptiste Vandaele began a full-time career in design and his impact is already remarkable. Working with internationally renowned companies in Denmark, Italy, Japan, France and beyond, he has released collections that have delighted the global design community. Baptiste’s dedication to making a difference in the design world and his ability to inspire companies with his innovative ideas distinguish him as a true pioneer in the industry.