My name is Esther Ollick and I was born in 1980 in Düsseldorf. I’m half Dutch, my mother is from Rotterdam, where I lived for a while as a child. I lived in Cologne Ehrenfeld for ten years before I moved to the Bergisches Land region with my mixed-breed dog Vince in early 2017. I am a trained interior decorator and have been working on the topics of repairing and refurbishing old furniture, interior design as well as everything that goes with it for over 20 years.

After graduating high school I trained as an interior decorator and completed further training as a project manager for trade fair constructions and events in 2009. Furthermore, I am a state-certified prop maker.

I have various sources of inspiration: vintage markets, antique shops, design exhibitions, travel, and of course the internet with platforms like Instagram and Pinterest. Additionally, I am inspired by the stories behind the furniture pieces as well as the people I work for.

I decided to join the Repair Rebels network because I firmly believe that sustainability and the repair of items are crucial for our future. Through the network, I can share my knowledge and experience and promote the importance of repair and reuse together with other enthusiasts.

I have a mixed-breed dog named Vince who accompanies me on many of my projects. Additionally, I am a three-time non-fiction author.