Set designCru has a strong experience in set design,
with a focus on visual merchandising
and bespoke displays.
CollectibleCru explores new forms and materials through sculptural pieces.
Each work reveals the expressive potential of the materials.
BespokeAs material specialists, Cru develops bespoke projects in collaboration with architects and businesses to create benches, barcounters, kitchen island and more.
ScenographyWith an architectural background, Cru designs spatial experiences and exhibition scenography, from concept to curation.
TELLURA
Collectible design
Collectible design
A L’OMBRE DES FALAISES
Set design for Sessùn
Set design for Sessùn
MATTER OF SENSE
Scenography for Horeca Expo
Scenography for Horeca Expo
BUTTES FLEURIES
Set design for Resyne
Set design for Resyne
AMARREES
Scenography for Au Charbon
Scenography for Au Charbon
MARBLED TABLE mini
Collectible design
Collectible design
KLIPPE
Collectible design
Collectible design
LA VAGUE
Bespoke for Bon matin
Bespoke for Bon matin
GLOW
Collectible design
Collectible design
ARBORESCENCE
Collectible design
Collectible design
STRATE
Bespoke for Skult café
Bespoke for Skult café
CURTAIN
Collectible design
Collectible design
SABLE
Bespoke for Nathalie Deboel
Bespoke for Nathalie Deboel
ARBORESCENCE mini
Collectible design
Collectible design
GLOW mini
Collectible design
Collectible design
TERRA COTTA
Set design for Mazarine event
Set design for Mazarine event
MATTERGY
Set design for Louise Devin
Set design for Louise Devin
GROUND ENCOUNTER
Collectible design
Collectible design
ART BRUSSELS
Scenography for Be Craft
Scenography for Be Craft
CRATERE
Collectible design
Collectible design
MARBLED TABLE
Collectible design
Collectible design
CERAMIC BRUSSELS
Set design for Coline Rosoux
Set design for Coline Rosoux
CRU ATELIER
Cru is a design studio devoted to the creation of bespoke interior pieces and collectible objects, shaped through the use of organic and geo-sourced materials. Their work brings together craftsmanship, quality, creativity, sustainability, and a deep sensitivity to materials.
Founded in 2023 by Sarah El Yousefy (left) and Nina Ouchinsky (right), both graduates of the Faculty of Architecture at UCL-LOCI Brussels (2015), the studio is rooted in a shared sensibility for natural matter and a commitment to responsible design.
Over time, they have immersed themselves in a range of ecological techniques, including raw earth, lime and hemp, straw, and natural finishes. This dedication has led them to rediscover rare and ancestral savoir-faire, preserving gestures and knowledge that are gradually disappearing.
Drawn to the textures, nuances, and infinite possibilities of these materials, they approach design as a field of experimentation and expression. Cru atelier was born from the desire to unite their skills, their friendship, and their shared vision.
Founded in 2023 by Sarah El Yousefy (left) and Nina Ouchinsky (right), both graduates of the Faculty of Architecture at UCL-LOCI Brussels (2015), the studio is rooted in a shared sensibility for natural matter and a commitment to responsible design.
Over time, they have immersed themselves in a range of ecological techniques, including raw earth, lime and hemp, straw, and natural finishes. This dedication has led them to rediscover rare and ancestral savoir-faire, preserving gestures and knowledge that are gradually disappearing.
Drawn to the textures, nuances, and infinite possibilities of these materials, they approach design as a field of experimentation and expression. Cru atelier was born from the desire to unite their skills, their friendship, and their shared vision.
TEAM
Nina is a multidisciplinary architect and craftswoman. She worked as an architect at Pierre Blondel Architectes, co-founded a wood and metal workshop, and has experience as a scenographer and set designer. She also served as a teaching assistant at the Faculty of Architecture of ULiège.
Sarah is an architect and craftwoman specializing in sustainable construction.
She previously worked at ICI Architects and later as a materials expert consultant at CERAA. She also teaches eco-construction in the Master’s program in Social Ecology at HELB (Brussels).
She previously worked at ICI Architects and later as a materials expert consultant at CERAA. She also teaches eco-construction in the Master’s program in Social Ecology at HELB (Brussels).
Ebéniste et designer étudient à l’Ecole Boulle (Paris).
Aïona Garel, Sacha Druet, Lola De Mesmaeker, Audrey Dulon, Lucie Fabry, Aude Cliquennois, Anaëlle Pouliquen
PRESS
BX1 - 12 March 2026
BX1 Chronique Radio - Les invités du Brunch : Nina Ouchinsky et Audrey Werthle par Aline Walsdorff
L’ÉVENTAIL - March 2026
ARCHI, DÉCO & IMMO p. 107 «Brute et Expérimental» par Agnès Zamboni
MAD BRUSSELS - March 2026
Interview : "Nous voulons repousser les limites des matériaux dans le design et explorer les possibilités qu’ils offrent." par MAD Brussels
PODCAST - March 2026
J’aime quand vous souriez - Episode 23 : Sarah&Nina Cru atelier “Nous fabriquons nos pièces à partir de matériaux crus” par Izaline Nicol
BX1 Chronique Radio - Les invités du Brunch : Nina Ouchinsky et Audrey Werthle par Aline Walsdorff
L’ÉVENTAIL - March 2026
ARCHI, DÉCO & IMMO p. 107 «Brute et Expérimental» par Agnès Zamboni
MAD BRUSSELS - March 2026
Interview : "Nous voulons repousser les limites des matériaux dans le design et explorer les possibilités qu’ils offrent." par MAD Brussels
PODCAST - March 2026
J’aime quand vous souriez - Episode 23 : Sarah&Nina Cru atelier “Nous fabriquons nos pièces à partir de matériaux crus” par Izaline Nicol
AMC n°336 - Nov 2025
DESIGN p. 98-101 «Huit artisanes àl’établi» par Laure Carsalade
SESSUN - Aug 2025
Sessùn Craft Prize 2025 : Rencontres avec Cru atelier
SOSOIR - 08 March 2025
DESIGN p. 24-27 “Collectif au féminin” par Agnès Zamboni
IDEAT (be) - 16 Nov 2024
DESIGN IDEE - «Ecomatériaux : les 10 nouveautés qui vont tout changer» par Agnès Zamboni
DESIGN p. 98-101 «Huit artisanes àl’établi» par Laure Carsalade
SESSUN - Aug 2025
Sessùn Craft Prize 2025 : Rencontres avec Cru atelier
SOSOIR - 08 March 2025
DESIGN p. 24-27 “Collectif au féminin” par Agnès Zamboni
IDEAT (be) - 16 Nov 2024
DESIGN IDEE - «Ecomatériaux : les 10 nouveautés qui vont tout changer» par Agnès Zamboni
PARTNERS
Photo credit : Jules Toulet