Creme Fraiche is a Rotterdam-based design label founded by me, Maarten Kok. I specialize in creating handcrafted and limited edition products with an analog approach. It is a search for materiality and form that finds its origin in experimental and organic shaping.

My designs need to be fresh, vibrant, and inviting to touch. The best shapes are those that reflect something tactile and spontaneous; perfection, for me, tends to be boring. With a background in graphic and product design, I am a hands-on designer. When great ideas pop up, they have to be brought into practice. It is not only awesome to transform an idea into shape but also exciting to design the producibility and make it feasible. I prefer not to outsource but rather keep all production in-house to maintain quality and avoid compromises in design and concept. That's why all products are made, designed, and shipped from our workshop in Rotterdam.

The workshop is located in an old wharf just outside the city center of Rotterdam. It reflects the city's raw edge and practical character, offering numerous possibilities for collaborations and expertise, as the building serves as a creative breeding ground for various small businesses and artists."