Exhale Host

Chiara is an artist and researcher with a special interest in body-related practices and community building. Chiara works at Exhale on Saturdays.

Exhale Host

Sekai is a cultural programmer, workshop facilitator, writer, and artist. Her work explores Blackness, womanism, decoloniality, and faith. Sekai works on Mondays and Fridays.

Exhale Host

Zhana is a interdisciplinary designer/artist with an interest in Islamic and western occult practices, astrology, and the tarot. She works on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Creative Director & Project Lead

Ailisha oversees the entire Exhale project as the leader and creative director.

Programme Maker

As one of our programmers, Andreea is responsible for devising events that help students connect and engage with each other.

Exhale Host

Shuang Xu is an artist, designer, and researcher whose work focuses on cultural narratives, situated landscapes, and migration histories. She works on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Studio Expert – Creative Writing

Harriet is a writer, editor, and artist working in the arts and cultural field. Harriet is in the studio on Tuesdays.

Studio Expert – Drawing & Architecture

Michiel is a visual artist with a background in architectural history and theory. Michiel is in the studio on Thursdays.

Studio Expert – Storytelling

Yelizaveta is a critical spatial practitioner working at the intersection of art and architecture. She is in the studio every other Friday.

Studio Expert – Textiles

Rosalie is a textiles artist and the founder of Rosalie Key Atelier. She is in the studio on Mondays.

Studio Expert – Design

Chiara is a designer and interior designer. She took care of Exhale’s interior design. She is in the studio on Wednesdays.

Project Manager Building & Logistics

Pieter is responsible for managing the build-up of the Exhale building and everything that comes with it –– from permit to construction.

Project Manager Building & Systems

Donny is responsible for managing the build-up of the Exhale building and everything that comes with it –– from permit to construction.

Programme Maker

Marié’s role focuses on developing workshops for students that centre well-being, creativity, and social connection.

In-house Photographer

As our in-house photographer, Iliana is responsible for all the campaigns and photography associated with Exhale.

Programme Maker

Alongside the programming team, Kerrin develops the creative and cultural programme at Exhale.

Furniture & Interior

Alongside Merlijn, Lodewijk is responsbile for ensuring the project’s interior is realised.

Furniture & Interior

Merlijn is responsible, alongside his work partner Lodewijk, for making sure the interior designs become reality.

Content Creator

Georgie is responsible for managing social media, running the website, and general creative communications across Exhale.

Lighting & Interior Design

David advises on interior material choices and spatial composition as well the overall lighting design.

Campaign Lead

Jaimy shares responsibility for all communications and campaigns about Exhale you see passing by online and on Campus.

Exhale Host

Ana is a host at Exhale, working on Mondays and Wednesdays.