After graduating from the Design Academy Eindhoven in 1989 - Edward belongs to the famous generation of Dutch designers who for many years has caused an international sensation - he started in 1991 mainly designing models and product designs. With his own design studio Edward van Vliet now works on various projects in the fields of product, textile and interior design for domestic and international customers. It focuses mainly on the hospitality industry, offices, private homes and public spaces. Edward van Vliet translates his vision, creativity and years of experience into unique (interior) concepts in which he combines three-dimensional lighting and furniture design with two-dimensional patterns, prints and graphics with layers, fabrics and colors. Edward makes his designs powerful and surprising by applying contrasting materials and different motifs. Edward’s designs are easily recognizable by a mix of influences from traditional Western design, high-tech elements and natural materials finished with the latest production techniques.