Designer
I always tried to get as many free stickers as possible at the local skate shop.
Our goal was to create something that has the ability to change...
Creating a good design proposal needs time.
I love a big open space like we have in our studio.
The Brand Identity interviews Studio Dumbar designer Stan Haanappel about his path into design, his focus on motion, and the importance of time in creating strong work. He discusses the studio’s evolution toward digital and motion-based branding and reflects on the Amsterdam Sinfonietta identity as a major challenge. Haanappel emphasizes collaboration, experimentation, and patience as key to good design.
The Brand Identity’s 'Working From Home' interview series concludes with a conversation featuring members of Rotterdam-based Studio Dumbar. Designers Merijn van Velsen, Christopher Noort, Stan Haanappel, and creative director Liza Enebeis share how they adapted their routines, workspaces, and motivation during the COVID-19 lockdown. The piece offers personal insights into maintaining creativity and structure while working remotely.