Bio
Studio Dux was founded by Durk ten Hoeve. His background combines analytical thinking, design sensitivity and hands-on horticultural knowledge.
After studying fiscal economics and working as a tax advisor, he became involved in the world of Italian design, where he developed a strong appreciation for form, proportion and craftsmanship. He later worked in visual communication as a self-taught graphic designer, building a portfolio focused on identity and layout design.
Since May 2022, Durk has been working as head gardener in the private garden of renowned Dutch designer Piet Oudolf in Hummelo. Through the maintenance and development of this garden, he has gained extensive experience with perennial planting and the long-term dynamics of this type of planting.
Studio Dux brings these experiences together in a practice focused on planting design and long-term garden development.For an impression of the ongoing work in Hummelo and the plants currently at their best, see my Garden Notes.
Philosophy
Studio Dux designs gardens shaped through structure, planting and time. The studio approaches gardens as landscapes that are read, structured and planted with care. Rather than decoration, the aim is to create environments where spatial clarity and perennial planting form a coherent whole. Our belief is that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
Structure
Every garden begins with structure. Paths organise movement. Planting defines rooms. Trees establish scale and orientation. This framework allows the garden to remain legible throughout the year and provides the foundation on which planting can develop. A clear. structure creates calm
Planting
Planting at studio Dux is developed as a living system. Structural species establish rhythm and vertical presence. A dense matrix of perennials stabilises the ground layer and suppresses weed pressure. Seasonal accents are introduced in controlled drifts. The objective is not short-term effect, but planting that becomes richer and more coherent as it matures.
Time
A garden is never static. From the moment it is planted, it begins to evolve. Spring emergence, summer flowering, autumn structure and winter silhouettes each reveal a different character of the landscape. Studio Dux designs with this process in mind, allowing the garden to develop naturally over the years. Time is an essential design material.
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Mission & Values
Our mission is to provide exceptional service and design solutions that inspire and empower our clients, while upholding our core values of creativity, collaboration, and sustainability
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Our team of experienced professionals has years of expertise in design & planning, sustainability consulting and project management...
Brandon Rodriguez
Architect
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Ashley Williams
Architectural Designer
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Michael Davis
Project Manager
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William Thompson
Construction Manager
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