He is known for designs which require significant time from craftspeople, despite using very inexpensive, found materials.
[1][2] Piet Hein Eek's work has an ecological focus.
His emphasis on using found materials is in service of a sustainable design practice.
[3] His designs often bring out natural qualities of his materials, giving his pieces a distinctive look.
[4] In 2018, he developed a furniture line in collaboration with IKEA.