Born in 1971 in the Brabant province of the Netherlands, Bob Manders studied at the Technische Universiteit in Delft, followed by the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London. He approaches architecture and design as parts of a complete environment; his vision is one of a total architecture that integrates the exterior design, the interior design, and the surrounding landscape. Recognisable elements in his work are well- thought- out functionality, anappreciation for clean lines and tactile materials, and an optimal sense of light. Manders' architectural and design firm is located in Oosterwijk, the Netherlands.