Ben Capper
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German Full professional proficiency
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French Elementary proficiency
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Imran Kassim
AHR Architects have had the pleasure of Ben's support on our projects and also as a supplier of furniture to the business. His instinctive grasp of our clients' needs, creative solutions and careful attention to detail has nurtured a working relationship based on admiration and trust, all of which has resulted in us having in a high level of confidence in his work. We would recommend his services unreservedly.
Peter. Dunne
Ben's knowledge of the furniture market was an asset to both Vitra and the A&D community in Manchester. Together we developed and delivered many interesting projects, which were all excellent references due to our clients expectations being exceeded. He is a great asset to Architects, Designers and Clients alike.
Marie Leyland
Ben worked with me in the role of independent furniture consultant on two large scale library refurbishment projects for the University of Hull and Lancaster University, each with over 1200 work settings. He worked with the design team to suggest and advise on the furniture specification and delivered both schemes on site. Over the years I have worked with Ben, he has been consistently professional and inspiring having a real passion and knowledge of the industry.
Imran Kassim
AHR Architects have had the pleasure of Ben's support on our projects and also as a supplier of furniture to the business. His instinctive grasp of our clients' needs, creative solutions and careful attention to detail has nurtured a working relationship based on admiration and trust, all of which has resulted in us having in a high level of confidence in his work. We would recommend his services unreservedly.
Peter. Dunne
Ben's knowledge of the furniture market was an asset to both Vitra and the A&D community in Manchester. Together we developed and delivered many interesting projects, which were all excellent references due to our clients expectations being exceeded. He is a great asset to Architects, Designers and Clients alike.
Marie Leyland
Ben worked with me in the role of independent furniture consultant on two large scale library refurbishment projects for the University of Hull and Lancaster University, each with over 1200 work settings. He worked with the design team to suggest and advise on the furniture specification and delivered both schemes on site. Over the years I have worked with Ben, he has been consistently professional and inspiring having a real passion and knowledge of the industry.
Imran Kassim
AHR Architects have had the pleasure of Ben's support on our projects and also as a supplier of furniture to the business. His instinctive grasp of our clients' needs, creative solutions and careful attention to detail has nurtured a working relationship based on admiration and trust, all of which has resulted in us having in a high level of confidence in his work. We would recommend his services unreservedly.
Peter. Dunne
Ben's knowledge of the furniture market was an asset to both Vitra and the A&D community in Manchester. Together we developed and delivered many interesting projects, which were all excellent references due to our clients expectations being exceeded. He is a great asset to Architects, Designers and Clients alike.
Marie Leyland
Ben worked with me in the role of independent furniture consultant on two large scale library refurbishment projects for the University of Hull and Lancaster University, each with over 1200 work settings. He worked with the design team to suggest and advise on the furniture specification and delivered both schemes on site. Over the years I have worked with Ben, he has been consistently professional and inspiring having a real passion and knowledge of the industry.
Imran Kassim
AHR Architects have had the pleasure of Ben's support on our projects and also as a supplier of furniture to the business. His instinctive grasp of our clients' needs, creative solutions and careful attention to detail has nurtured a working relationship based on admiration and trust, all of which has resulted in us having in a high level of confidence in his work. We would recommend his services unreservedly.
Peter. Dunne
Ben's knowledge of the furniture market was an asset to both Vitra and the A&D community in Manchester. Together we developed and delivered many interesting projects, which were all excellent references due to our clients expectations being exceeded. He is a great asset to Architects, Designers and Clients alike.
Marie Leyland
Ben worked with me in the role of independent furniture consultant on two large scale library refurbishment projects for the University of Hull and Lancaster University, each with over 1200 work settings. He worked with the design team to suggest and advise on the furniture specification and delivered both schemes on site. Over the years I have worked with Ben, he has been consistently professional and inspiring having a real passion and knowledge of the industry.
Experience
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Capper GmbH
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Switzerland
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Interior Design
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Owner
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Jan 2023 - Present
Capper GmbH is a furniture agency + consultancy specialising in design-led interiors for sustainably-focused clients. Exclusive Agent in Switzerland for Arco.nl Capper GmbH is a furniture agency + consultancy specialising in design-led interiors for sustainably-focused clients. Exclusive Agent in Switzerland for Arco.nl
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Works. magazine
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United Kingdom
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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Director
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Apr 2022 - Present
WORKS. is a brand new publication for the workplace interior industry, launching May 2022. WORKS. is a brand new publication for the workplace interior industry, launching May 2022.
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Ben Capper Furniture Strategist
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Greater Zurich Area
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Furniture Strategist + Interior Consultant
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Apr 2021 - Jan 2023
See my website for further information: www.bencapper.ch See my website for further information: www.bencapper.ch
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Zingg-Lamprecht AG
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Switzerland
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Client Director / Head of Design Strategy
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Apr 2020 - Apr 2021
I work with key clients to develop and deliver unique, high quality furniture and interior schemes at senior level. In addition I advise from a strategic perspective on brand partnerships within the Zingg Lamprecht commercial portfolio, identifying future market trends and opportunities in an ever-changing market.
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Project Lead / Projektleiter
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Jul 2016 - Apr 2020
Ich berate nationale und internationale Firmenkunden, Innenarchitekten und Architekten (englisch und deutsch sprechend) im Bereich von Designmöbeln, Beleuchtungen und Innengestaltung.I work with Corporate Clients, Architects and Interior Designers throughout Switzerland and Internationally (German & English speaking) to deliver cutting edge furniture, lighting and interiors. Feel free to get in touch for more Information.
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Ralph Capper Interiors Limited
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United Kingdom
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Furniture
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Owner / Director
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Jun 2000 - Nov 2015
Responsible for running the business as well as developing key projects and sales. RCI are a high quality contract furniture consultancy, working with Architects, Designers and Developers aswell as other industry specialists to create award winning furniture packages for the modern commercial Interior. Clients include Manchester United, Chelsea FC, Manchester Airport, University of Hull, Manchester Airport, London Stansted Airport, Peninsula Business Services and Rothschilds Bank.
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Furniture Consultant
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Jan 1998 - Nov 2015
During my early years with the business, I gained experience working on small to medium-sized contracts and getting to grips with our extensive product portfolio.Visiting Architects and Designers to introduce the company was a key part of the role in order to build and develop a client base. During this period I attending training sessions at a number of manufacturers in the UK and Europe to build my knowledge. In addition I attended trade fairs in London, Cologne and Milan.
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SOI Group
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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Director
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May 2012 - May 2015
Director and Board Member responsible for A&D Strategy Director and Board Member responsible for A&D Strategy
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Education
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2017 - 2017
ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences
German Language (advanced), C1 -
2016 - 2017
ZHAW Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften
German Language (advanced), B2 -
2016 - 2016
ZHAW Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften
German Language, B1 -
1995 - 1997
Leeds Metropolitan University
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1993 - 1995
Stand College
A levels, A-C -
Bolton School
GCSE's, A-C
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