Hi, I am Thijs, a lighting designer living in Amsterdam. Currently I am working on my own light fixtures and some side hustles. Always have had a interest for creativity in any form, happy to hear about your projects! Generally I am a rather calm person, open minded to explore new stuff (Couchsurfing is one of those things). If needed I can get some energy in for cultural events or a night out!

Just moved here, still exploring what Amsterdam has to offer. Interested in Museums, Cooking, Random Adventures and Design. Happy to hear your stories and share some positivity. In the weekends I do like to visit several parties, festivals and of course park hang outs.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is a great way to get in touch with new cultures, and connect with people on a meaningful level. Its a great way to explore the destination with newly made friends, going on little adventures or find local places to hangout. It helps us to stay open en connected with people of the world!

Interests

• cooking
• coffee
• reading
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• art
• beach
• football
• reading books
• house music
• funk
• lighting design

Music, Movies, and Books

Books:
School of Life
Design of everyday things
The creative act; a way of being
The Alchemist
Flow; Psychology of the optimal experience
Any thriller/detective

Movies:
Interstellar
Shutters Island

Series:
The abstract of design
Black mirror

Artists:
Job Jobse
Kokoroko
Afra
Leod
Goldband

Genres:
Jazz
House
Soul
World
Techno (alternative)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A few years ago I got into Hitchiking, at first it felt a bit uncomfortable. However, now I am happy to enjoy this way of travelling, meet new people. It's a great way to travel slowly, appreciate the journey. Still exploring new ways of travelling, would love to hear about your crazy adventures!

Teach, Learn, Share

Would love to talk philosophy and design! However it doesn't necessarily always need to be so serious ;)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Open to share deep and casual conversations, help with cooking and get to know your culture/friends/hometown. We can have a laugh, good talks, go out or just relax! Or maybe I can even help with your ongoing project.

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cuba, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Netherlands