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At home with Michael
Next up in our home visit series – where we come to your home to get to know you better, discover your style, and learn more about your relationship with secondhand and design – is Michael (31). He is a passionate art lover and dealer, with his own art and framing business in the charming town of Weesp, and recently, he has also started publishing art. Here, he perfectly combines his love for art with his entrepreneurial flair.
At home with Ineke
Next up on our home visit series, where we go to your house to get to know you, your style and your relationship with secondhand and design. This time, we went to meet Ineke (81), born and raised in Amsterdam. She lives in one of the most charming courtyards in the city centre of our capital, and her small apartment is a true treasure trove.
At home with Cliff
Next up on our home visit series, where we go to your house to get to know you, your style and your relationship with secondhand and design. This time, we went to meet Cliff (38), a Dutch freelance illustrator living in the green part of Utrecht with a passion for beautiful things.
At home with Maike
Next up on our home visit series, where we go to your house to get to know you, your style and your relationship with secondhand and design. This time, we went to meet Maike (29), a German-born photographer and creative marketing freelancer living in the vibrant part of Amsterdam-West.
At home with Anthea
We are excited to present you a new serie where we go to your house to get to know you, your style and your relationship with secondhand and design. To kick-off, we went to meet Anthea (29), a half-romanian half-dutch creative director working and living in the bustling center of Amsterdam.
Whoppah appoints Gregory Kukolj as Chief Growth Officer
Whoppah, Europe's largest online marketplace for second-hand design, has appointed Gregory Kukolj as Chief Growth Officer effective June 1. Kukolj has held various top international positions at Heineken, Booking.com and Marktplaats.nl, among others, and is considered an authority on e-commerce and marketing.
7 in 10 people are willing to buy used furniture
A recent survey by Panelwizzard commissioned by Whoppah, the marketplace for second-hand interior and art, shows that more and more people are willing to buy second-hand furniture and interior items. In particular, people between the ages of 30 and 39 are the most willing (82.3% women and 77.8% men), while people aged 60 and older are the least willing (70.6% women and 61.9% men).
Whoppah expands to the French market
Whoppah, Europe's largest online marketplace for second-hand design, is now officially active in France. By entering the second largest market in Europe, Whoppah significantly expands its offer for buyers and sellers on its platform. With the expansion into France, Whoppah is now active in four European countries.
Find Germany's top cities for vintage design shops
Whoppah has determined the number of second-hand shopping opportunities in the 20 largest German cities. With around 25 shops per 100,000 inhabitants, Nuremberg has the most second-hand shops in Germany. Hamburg is in last place with only eight shops per 100,000 inhabitants.
Giclée prints: magnificent fine art prints in brilliant detail
In this blog, we're going to dive into the world of art and reproduction technology with the subject of giclée prints. We'll take a closer look at exactly what giclée prints are, how they're made and why they're so popular with artists and art lovers around the world. Get ready to dive into the world of colour reproduction, unrivalled precision and artistic innovation.
Murano glass
Today, we take you on a trip to Murano in Italy to learn more about Murano glass. These beautiful hand-blown items have been a household name for centuries for their sophisticated designs and high quality. Today, glassware as decoration in your interiors is hip again. At Whoppah, you will find a whole host of Murano glassware - true works of art and utterly timeless. Discover the pure craftsmanship of Murano.
Murano glass
Today we take you to Murano, Italy, to find out more about Murano glass. These beautiful hand-blown objects have been known for centuries for their sophisticated design and high quality. Today, glassware as interior decoration is back in fashion. At Whoppah, you'll find a whole range of Murano glass objects - true works of art, timeless. Discover the pure craftsmanship of Murano.
Joe Colombo
Joe Colombo's Elda chair is an iconic Italian chair that seems to grow in popularity every year. You either hate it or love it. I definitely fall into the latter category, which is why we recently gave this icon a place in our living room. This chair exudes power, and when you sit in it, you become one with its comfortable design. This week, with Whoppah Explores, we delve into the world of Italian designer extraordinaire Joe Colombo.
Here's how to create an enviable and comfortable home office
Whether you work from home a few days a week, run a business, study or just need a quiet place to update the administration. You naturally prefer to do that in a comfortable, stylish and productive workspace. A nice home office invites you to spend more time and work in a relaxed way, leaving you with enough energy for other things at the end of the day. So here are four tips for setting up a great workplace
Eclectic interior style: all you need to know!
While most people still say "eclec-what?", it has surely not escaped the notice of interior design enthusiasts: the eclectic interior design style is incredibly popular. The eclectic style is not actually a particular style. It is the 'borrowing' of a variety of styles and ideas from different time periods. Think mixing a Sixties Space Age lamp , a Memphis design cabinet and a sleek Scandinavian dining area. The whole thing is dressed up with bright colours and graphic patterns with the aim of creating harmony. That sounds quite complex and it is, but when done right it's a picture. So in this Whoppah explores with you, we like to take you on our quest to find out what is eclectic design? You can see a beautiful example on the right. Photo rights: Ian Phillips
Artemide: Illuminating Innovation and Timeless Design in Italian Lighting
Artemide is known as the leader in Italian design lamps. For over 60 years, they have been bringing innovative lamps to market that are characterised as 'design classics'. My admiration for this brand is great, because staying at the forefront of innovative design for 60 years is a remarkable achievement. This week, we dive into Italian brand Artemide with Whoppah explores.
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What is designer furniture?
Want to know what **ameubledesign**is and how to find out if you own a unique piece? Whoppah is happy to tell you all about famous designers, iconic designer furniture and buying and selling second-hand furniture.
Whoppah, the market for second-hand design and art
Whoppah, the online marketplace for second-hand design and art. Affordable luxury thanks to secure transactions. Quality, authenticity and service guaranteed.
Whoppah the second-hand art and design market
Whoppah, the online marketplace for second-hand design and art. Affordable luxury thanks to secure transactions. Quality, authenticity and service guaranteed.
Buying art? Advice from curator Michael Aiello
Choosing a work of art is a fascinating challenge. How do you find out what you like and what to look out for when buying art? Don't be put off by the wide range of styles and techniques. Don't worry about the condition of a piece of art on Whoppah, our art expert Michael Aiello will check it for you. Whether you're a novice art buyer or an experienced collector, these golden tips will make choosing a work of art a fun voyage of discovery!
Buying art? Advice from curator Michael Aiello
Choosing a work of art is a fascinating challenge. How do you find out what you like and what to look out for when buying art? Don't be put off by the wide range of styles and techniques. Don't worry about the condition of a piece of art on Whoppah, our art expert Michael Aiello will check it for you. Whether you're a novice art buyer or an experienced collector, these golden tips will make choosing a work of art a fun voyage of discovery!
Here they are: the 5 most emblematic mid-century classics
If mid-century design objects impress you today, imagine the impact they had when they were first unveiled. Although there are countless twentieth-century design classics, most of them date from the period following the Second World War. The reconstruction of cities and the economy forced industrial designers to innovate and find creative solutions. In doing so, they asked themselves a burning question: what should modern life look like? This question gave rise to creations, each with its own story. Some designs were progressive through the use of mechanical techniques, others through the use of organic forms. We've listed the most progressive and sought-after mid-century design classics on Whoppah for you.
Discover the 5 iconic pieces of Mid-Century Modern style
If you're impressed by mid-century design objects, imagine the impact they had when they were first unveiled. Although there are countless twentieth-century design classics, most of them date from the period following the Second World War. The reconstruction of cities and the economy forced industrial designers to innovate and find creative solutions. In doing so, they asked themselves a burning question: what should modern life look like? The result was a range of designs, each with its own story. Some designs were progressive through the use of mechanical techniques, others through the use of organic forms. We've listed the most progressive and sought-after mid-century design classics on Whoppah for you.
Space Age: the retro-futuristic style of the 60s
We travel back in time aboard a space shuttle to the Space Age of the 1960s. An era that, with the advent of space travel, among other things, was looking to the future. What did the future look like in the 1960s? Bright, white and reflective. Take a look with us!
Feeling nostalgic? Discover the iconic designs of the 90s
We're plunging into the world of the 90s. A period that can't be summed up in a single style. From all-white rooms to colourful kitchens in blonde wood: in the 90s, we opted for minimalism as well as maximalism. UFO-shaped lamps or floral furniture? We hate it or we love it. Either way, the cheerful designs of that era make us happy. We've highlighted a few typical features of the 90s.
Here's how to recognise a real Pastoe
Pastoe is the archetypal Dutch furniture company, founded in 1913 by entrepreneur Frits Loeb. Initially, Pastoe was a furniture shop in Utrecht, but founder Frits Loeb soon decided to produce the chairs for his shop himself. The company went on to become an internationally recognised icon. In the late 1940s, designer Cees Braakman joined Pastoe, a name that is often found on Whoppah. Indeed, second-hand Pastoe furniture and Cees Braakman's creations are highly sought-after!
Here's how to recognise a real Pastoe
Pastoe is the archetypal Dutch furniture company, founded in 1913 by entrepreneur Frits Loeb. Initially, Pastoe was a furniture shop in Utrecht, but founder Frits Loeb soon decided to produce the chairs for his shop himself. The company went on to become an internationally recognised icon. In the late 1940s, designer Cees Braakman joined Pastoe, a name that is often found on Whoppah. Indeed, second-hand Pastoe furniture and Cees Braakman's creations are highly sought-after!
Lost Romance pop-up experience in our showroom
At Whoppah, we like to give creativity space. That is why you can admire a beautiful art installation by design duo Daniëlle Malestein and Willemijn Bos in our showroom until 26 February, focusing on the theme of romance. In this installation, art and design fuse together to create a tantalising show that will set all your senses on edge. Daniëlle and Willemijn explain how the design came about:
Whoppah explores: Frank Lloyd Wright
Frank Lloyd Wright was one of the most influential architects of the twentieth century. It's high time to find out more about this world architect!
Whoppah explores: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
One of the most iconic design chairs is the Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe. The chair was exhibited in 1929 during the World Exhibition in Barcelona and is one of the best-selling designer armchairs ever. It is amazing how a chair has not lost its popularity for more than 90 years and remains a symbol of elegant and modern design. That is why this week is an ode to architect and furniture designer Mies van der Rohe.
Whoppah explores: Eames Lounge Chair
The Eames Lounge Chair is undoubtedly one of the most popular lounge chairs ever made. The iconic chair was released by The Herman Miller Company in 1956 and is here to stay. Do you dream of such a beautiful copy? We share 5 facts about this legendary lounge chair and we spoke to Aksel, Eames connoisseur and trader, about the differences between the vintage and recent models of this chair.