Roman Vrtiška (*1982) and Vladimír Žák (*1980) met while studying at the Academy of Fine Arts, where they began their collaboration. Together they also completed an internship at Alvar Aalto University in Helsinki, where their work was awarded several times. After graduating, they became part of the emerging fresh generation of Czech designers characterized by a wide range of interests and a professional approach to work. Since then, they have been among the sought-after and respected creators.
The founders of the Prague studio Vrtiška & Žák with more than a decade of tradition
(founded in 2009) are united by diligence, a desire to overcome challenges and the ability to see potential even where to others remain hidden. Their work covers a complex of areas from product design to interiors and architecture, from craftsmanship to industrial scale. Creativity and unconventional thinking are essential values for the development of their work.design.
Jakobsen Design™ was founded in 2010 by product designer Martin Jakobsen. His work is mainly influenced by minimalism and a penchant for finding innovative solutions. Brand philosophy is based on detailed work in terms of creating a simple, yet functional and aesthetic design.
Ondřej Lalák's work ranges from interior design, furniture design, product design and glass design. He is a graduate of the Prague UMPRUM, studio of Furniture and Interior Design and also a graduate of the studio of product design at the Faculty of Art and Design of Ladislav Sutnar at ZČU. He is currently also a participant in Jan Plecháč's studio and works as an external designer at Moser.
Tomas is helping his clients to better communicate. He is one of the best communication designers in Czech republic. He creates brands, logos, visual styles, strategies, leads teams, trains people and is active as a speaker. He has led his clients to win Deloitte CE Fast 50, Business Site of the Year and Branch of the year awards. He is one of a handful of Czechs with the German Design Special Award. His work has received an audience with Queen Silvia of Sweden.
Product, industrial and interior design.
