CHRISTOPHE GEVERS, early Column floor lamp

Christophe Gevers (1928 – 2007) was a leading Belgian interior architect and designer known for his wide-ranging portfolio of projects across Belgium and France. Despite his initial lack of interest in formal education, Gevers honed his skills in cabinetmaking through internships and later pursued courses in mechanics and radio-electricity. In 1959 Christophe Gevers became a professor at the renowned art school La Cambre, holding the position of head of the Furniture and Layout workshop. Gevers collaborated with colleagues and artist friends such as Tapta and Corneille. Modernist architect Léon Stynen, who was the director of the institution from 1950 to 1964, appointed this self-taught individual to the position. Gevers taught there for thirty-three years, an exceptional tenure in this role. In 1959 Christophe Gevers became a professor at the renowned art school La Cambre, holding the position of head of the Furniture and Layout workshop. He collaborated with colleagues and artist friends such as Tapta and Corneille.

Modernist architect Léon Stynen, who was the director of the institution from 1950 to 1964, appointed this self-taught individual to the position. Gevers taught there for thirty-three years, an exceptional tenure in this role. In his early professional years, Christophe Gevers worked for the firm De Coene, which was also an importer of Florence Knoll furniture. However, it was during the 1958 Brussels World's Fair that his talent came to light with the creation of the Cap d'Argent, a tavern with avant-garde architecture. His subsequent projects, including the iconic 300 series office furniture for Asko, the design of corporate restaurants for banking institutions and the creation of the first fast-food outlet for Quick, solidified his reputation as a visionary designer. Gevers' commitment to innovation extended to furniture and lighting design, with pieces like the TBA chair and the Square and Wave lamps earning widespread acclaim. He also explored toy design, showcasing his boundless creativity. Today, his pieces are highly sought-after!