2012
Pieter-Jan Pieters (Man and Mobility) 
Sound On Intuition
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Music of Intuition is a project from the heart, and it was created out of a sense of wonder. The way we create electronic music is a continuation of the way we used to make music. This applies to synthesizers, but also to other electronic instruments. Like in the past, the crux of mastering these electronic and digital instruments is in mastering a movement that requires a lot of practise. Music on Intuition is Pieter-Jan’s way of letting people use their own gestures and limbs to create rhythm, melody and compositions. And suddenly, making music becomes much more easily accessible. Everyone can do it and master it in his own way. The judges are looking forward to seeing how Pieter-Jan will be adapting his concept for the consumer market and hopes he will be extending the concept and infect the various channels in social media as well.
http://www.owow.be/
Lisa Vergeer (Man and Mobility) 
We've Collection
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The judges were thoroughly impressed with Lisa’s presentation and her drive to become an entrepreneur. The We’ve Collection, a collection of contemporary bags inspired by historical solutions for carrying things around and habits from different cultures, came with a uniquely sound research plan which included SWOT analyses, an overview of competing manufacturers, target groups, a marketing plan, prognoses, etc. As she is a designer who focuses on entrepreneurship but also on promoting well-designed, refined and elegant products for women, and in future also for men, the judges are keen to boost the start of her career.
http://www.weleervergeer.com/
Sebastiaan Sennema (Man and Mobility) 
Urban Harvest Series and Seed Savour
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The judges were pleasantly surprised by the level of completeness of these two projects. Fundamentally, the idea is a product. But it is so much more. Most important is the way people communicate with each other, try to contact each other, swap and collaborate; it is tangible and also virtual, it is local and at the same time it is relevant to the entire world. Sebastiaan has not only thought about the aesthetic value of the product, but has also taken into consideration the functional demands such as shipping weight, producibility, and sustainability. All these aspects are featured in the extensive system he has devised. Sebastiaan’s projects tie in with a trend in urban farming. More and more people are growing vegetables on a tiny scale. Sebastiaan has responded to this trend and hopes his products will promote awareness of biodiversity in local vegetables and the recycling of organic waste.
Mickael Boulay (Man and Well Being) 
Measuring More To Feel Less
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Mickael’s professional and consistent approach in every phase of his design was recognised and applauded by all the judges. Throughout the design process Mickael has worked with professionals and people with diabetes, the users, in order to gather feedback on his research, analyses and conclusions. He gives an overview of the process in his film. The product, eventually, the Glucometer, is well thought out, easy to realise, and most importantly, a very friendly product. The judges hope it will be introduced to the market soon, as it is so relevant for the target group, sufferers of type II diabetes, and causes them no additional stress. Mickael has worked with the De Waag society on his project, and he has appointments coming up with companies such as Bayer.
http://mickaelboulay.fr/
2011
Dennis van Melick (Man and Mobility)
Three to One: Traffic Display
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The judges were, without exception, impressed with Dennis van Melick’s professional and comprehensive approach, especially with regard to the contacts he has managed to establish and develop during his graduation project, with the industry and governments on both a national and an international level. His design shows that he is able to transform the current standards, demands and values of design into an innovative system. He is capable of supporting questions with regard to sustainability, safety, applicability, producibility, maintenance and possible derivatives of his system by supplying facts, which testifies to his awareness of the potential and scale of his design.
The judges hope that Dennis will indeed get through to the Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment to present his project, and that his traffic lights will be installed nationwide at one point in the future.
www.dennisvmelick.nl
Maaike Fransen (Man and Identity)
The Future Will be Functional
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The wealth of colours, the materials used, the creation of a set of appealing images and the inspiring mix of existing objects to create a new object; these are the judges’ reasons for granting Maaike Fransen this award for “The Future Will be Functional”. In a theatrical and captivating presentation Maaike demonstrates how she (in spite of her shyness) is able to create an imaginative world of her own in this society, with self-assuredness, a good sense of humour, and self-knowledge.
www.maaikefransen.com
Philip Lüschen (Man and Well-Being)
Wait Here
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With a poetic sensitivity Philip Lüschen tackles a very topical theme in a light-hearted fashion: waiting in spaces where people need to be. By awarding “Wait Here” with a grant the judges wish to demonstrate that design is not just about shaping tangible objects, but that it can also be used inside the user’s mind. Philip’s signature is visible in every detail and the judges believe that his way of working and of approaching a problem is an asset to the design profession.
www.philipluschen.nl
Rianne Koens (Man and Activity)
Schillenpracht
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The hidden powers of “Schillenpracht” is how the judges refer to Rianne Koens’ concept. She has proven that she is able to design an overall concept in which she has placed the consumer centre stage. Her series of products fits in with a trend; it is decorative and applicable at the same time. Rianne uses rituals that the consumer is able to shape to his own tastes. More importantly, Rianne offers plenty of opportunity to extend her concept into related products.
www.riannekoens.com
2010
Tim Enthoven (Man and Communication)
Binnenskamers
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The judges were all very impressed with Tim Enthoven’s work. Tim has designed his book Binnenskamers as a product, and has tried to find ways of optimising his storytelling while steering clear of any clichés. It is a new way of imagining a story. Adventurous and daring, but at the same time very much ‘in control’, with a good mix of the person and the story. The judges think of him as a theatre maker: “The table present is a replica!” The book has been designed page by page and displays a considerable level of accomplishment. The judges believed it was highly original, autonomous and authentic. The product is ready for the market. Tim has indicated he is planning to publish it himself and is looking to collaborate with publishers.
www.timenthoven.nl
Lucas Mullié (Man and Public Space)
Het geïndustrialiseerde ambacht
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The judges feel as if they have been pulled into a separate universe and regard Lucas as a sympathetic designer and food curator. His work was magnificently executed and the presentation was top-notch. It was a performance; highly original and very complete. Person + work/product formed a unity.
The links Lucas has found are wonderful and it has been a great process to experience. It is an ongoing research that has not been pre-produced and that does not set out from a preconceived ending.
The judges thought it was fascinating to see how perfectly every step in the process had been executed. Like cooking. Lucas has a sense of humour and uses it, like he did with the box of golden eggs which was magnificently staged. The judges were impressed with Lucas’ passion for his craft, which cheered them right up.
www.lucasmullie.nl
Jens Dyvik (Man and Leisure)
Ref
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The judges thought Jens’ form of registration and his steering mechanism were extraordinary. His design offers feedback to certain signals. The judges thought of Jens as a sympathetic designer with some good views. They see the new entrepreneur in him, with him intending to introduce a new business model in which open sourcing is an important premise. He has made good use of technology and the design is a step towards a new world. Jens has created a wonderful Flash presentation which proved he is master of this medium. Jens uses mind mapping and represents the spirit of our times. Jens is smart, businesslike and sympathetic. He lives everything, which is why the judges have awarded him a Keep an Eye Grant.
www.dyvikdesign.com
Remi van Oers (Man and Activity)
Easy-Car-Jack
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The judges believed Remi’s was a very professional presentation! Although they would have liked to see a little more ‘madness’… This is true, hard-core, industrial design. We believe Remi is a hard-working all-round designer.
The judges are confident he will have a great professional career and thought he was very clever in taking that extra step, even though they did miss a ‘spark’. His views on entrepreneurship and his very professional presentation have earned him his Keep an Eye Grant.
www.remivanoers.nl