17 March 2024
Tillberg Design of Sweden (TDoS), designer of luxury yacht and cruise ship interiors, and now a member of the Viken Group, has appointed Martin Butler as the firm’s creative director.
“In his new role, Martin will be steering design teams toward future innovation while ensuring client needs are met with exceptional creativity,” says Fredrik Johansson, Executive Director of TDoS. “This means overseeing every stage of the design process, from initial concepts to final execution.
“Ultimately, at our company, Martin will be guiding creativity, maintaining quality, and promoting teamwork to achieve outstanding design outcomes that exceed expectations.”
Butler had been an interior project leader within RWD‘s superyacht design division, collaborating with clients such as Feadship and Nobiskrug. He has also previously held roles at BatesSmart in Australia; David Collins Studio in the UK; Matteo Thun and LTW Designworks in Italy; and RMJM in Dubai.
“I have about 30 years of professional experience executing concept designs for the superyacht industry, as well as for high-end hotels, resorts, restaurants, bars and premium airport lounges,” says Butler.
“I am confident that my accumulated experience and skills will provide a new impetus to the company’s development.
“We have many exciting projects ahead in the realm of superyachts and luxury cruise yachts and all other exciting cruise brands. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to become part of the TDoS and Viken Group.”