Charlotte & Alexander are supported by over 30 experienced team members, including designers, architects, sales, delivery and installation experts. Every member in the Caspaiou team is passionate about design. We blend our understanding of European aesthetics and local nuances, adding a signature touch to help you create unique interiors.
Alexander van Veen
OWNER & CEO
Alexander was born and raised in the Netherlands, where his mother, and the original founder of Caspaiou, had an extensive career in the fashion industry. Even though design runs in his veins, he studied law and practised in Rotterdam, where he met his wife and business partner, Charlotte. He uses his astute insights, learnings and agility in his role at Caspaiou. From growing the team to 20+ professionals to completing projects worldwide and doubling the size of the showroom, Alexander ensures Caspaiou offers an unparalleled level of service and offerings from some of the world’s best brands.
Charlotte de Vink
OWNER & COO
Charlotte has been instrumental in the design & interior firm’s exciting growth trajectory. She inherited her keen eye for design at a very young age from her mother, who took her on visits to beautiful interior design showrooms throughout the Netherlands and Belgium. Her ability to combine European aesthetics and local nuances comes from her passion for travel, nature, and drawing inspiration from the people she meets. From managing business operations to leading a passionate team, a day in Charlotte’s life, is truly a journey of design discovery.
Osca
Project & Interior Design Manager
Osca graduated in Business and proceeded to work at KLM and Nestle, before taking over her mother’s interior design company in 2003. In 2008, she moved to Dubai as a freelancer, and set up Sofa Studio to focus on affordable interiors for expats. With the aim of helping homeowners furnish their forever home, she worked at the ODD Piece before joining the Caspaiou team, of which she has been an instrumental part.
Walid
Project & Architecture Manager
Walid’s role is a crucial one at Caspaiou. It’s dedicated to monitoring different project aspects like technical design development, budgeting, procurement management, overseeing the ensured code compliance, and approving construction documentation.
Zahid
Finance Manager
Zahid has been at Caspaiou since 2018. His career began as an Accounts Trainee, and steadily progressed through various pivotal roles, including Accounts Assistant, Accountant, Accounts Manager, Financial Controller, and ultimately, Finance Manager. Zahid has earned his ACCA membership from the prestigious Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK).
Raïsa
Sales & Operations Manager
Raïsa
Sales & Operations Manager
Raïsa received her Bachelor’s in Fashion Business. Her varied work experience – in hospitality, team management, and sales – took her to Kenya, Tanzania, and the Netherlands (for Diesel and IKEA). Now, she manages, motivates and expands both the sales and operations teams at Caspaiou.
Oussama
Architect
Oussama
Architect
Having worked as an interior design engineer in the past, Oussama’s career has largely focused on furniture and interior design. After receiving his Academic Master’s in Architecture in 2015, Oussama went on to win the Junior Interior Decorator Award, at Algeria’s national competition, that same year. With 7 years of work experience in interiors, Oussama is passionate about style, aesthetics, and design.
Lalitha
Architect
With a career in Architecture and Interior design that spans over 9 years of residential and commercial projects in UAE & India, Lalitha has been recognized for her strong design and technical knowledge. Her work was part of the winning team for Best Self-Built Pavilions – Peru and Malaysia – by EXPO 2020. As interior designer at Caspaiou, she has handled multiple projects starting from our very own expanded showroom to luxury residential projects.
Maryam
Senior Designer
Maryam spent a decade working with international design leaders on luxury residential and hospitality projects from London to Beijing. Her career took her to Jordan, the UK and Oman before relocating to Dubai. Maryam holds a BSc. in Architectural Engineering and an MFA in Interior Design. She is an accredited Interior Designer by the British Institute of Interior Design, and her work was shortlisted for the Society of British Interior Design International Design Excellence Awards in 2020.
Zabrina
Sales Design Consultant
Jenica
Executive Assistant
Prior to Caspaiou, Jenica worked in finance at the Bank Of Makati, Inc. and Dubai Precast LLC. In her impressive 9 year work experience, Jenica has held positions of Bank Loans Assistant Authorizer, Document Controller in Procurement/Finance, Admin Officer. After being our Operations Coordinator, Jenica uses her exceptional organizational skills as Executive Assistant.
Meriam
Administrative Design Assistant
Meriam
Administrative Design Assistant
Meriam has been part of the Caspaiou team for more than 7 years now. With an impressive work experience in interior design and construction/trading, she is proficient in sales communications and project management. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
Lori
Marketing Executive
Lori started her career at an agency/publisher in Amsterdam as a graphic designer, before moving on to becoming an online manager. Discovering her love for creative environments and online marketing at Premium department store de Bijenkorf (Selfridges) and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Lori relocated to Jordan and later to the UAE. At Caspaiou, she combines all of her passions – creativity, interiors, and marketing – in her role as Marketing Executive.
Joey
Logistics, Procurement, and Inventory Management Coordinator
Introducing Joey, our Logistics, Procurement, and Inventory Management Coordinator at Caspaiou. Joey studied Logistics Management in Rotterdam. After travelling though Asia, he joined our team in Dubai in December 2023. In his multifaceted role, Joey oversees all logistical movements, procurement processes, and inventory management, ensuring the seamless flow of products from suppliers to Caspaiou and onward to our valued clients.
Thibaud
Installation & After Sales Coordinator
Thibaud is Caspaiou’s Installation & After Sales Coordinator, combining a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management with hands-on experience in the production and construction industry. Known for his problem-solving mindset and adaptability, he is dedicated to ensuring seamless installations and exceptional after-sales service.
Khaled
Warehouse, Delivery & Fit Out Supervisor
Khaled oversees and coordinates daily warehouse activities. This includes receiving and storing goods, assisting with the management of inventory levels, ensuring the efficient delivery of goods, supervising staff and securing the warehouse. Having spent 15 years at Caspaiou, Khaled is diligent, solution-oriented, and has a keen eye for perfection.
Hasnain
Warehouse & Delivery Coordinator
Hasnain
Warehouse & Delivery Coordinator
Originally a graduate of AC technical from Pakistan, Hasnain now receives goods in the warehouse, organises and maintains the storage facility, and delivers orders to clients. He is known to be an all-rounder at the Caspaiou warehouse, where he has worked for more than 8 years now.
Shahzaib
Warehouse & Delivery Technician
Originally from Pakistan, Shahzaib is one of Caspaiou’s Warehouse and Delivery Technicians. He receives goods in the warehouse, organises and maintains the storage facility, and delivers orders to clients. With prior experience in a marble lifting company, he is proud to have spent the last 2 years at Caspaiou.
Rashid
Warehouse & Delivery Technician
At Caspaiou, Rashid is in charge of receiving goods in the warehouse, organising and maintaining the storage facility, and delivering orders to clients. Originally from Pakistan, Rashid has been with Caspaiou for 8 years now, and is known for prioritising customer satisfaction above all else.
Maroof
Warehouse & Delivery Technician
Maroof receives goods in the warehouse, organises and maintains the storage facility, and delivers orders to clients. Originally from India, he came to Dubai in 2015 and started out as a technician with a fit-out and interior company. Having worked almost a year at Caspaiou, he is appreciated for his hard work, responsibility, and dedication to customer service.
Haseeb
Warehouse & Delivery Technician
Meet Haseeb, a valued member of Caspaiou’s Warehouse and Delivery team. Responsible for receiving goods, organizing warehouse operations, and delivering orders to clients, Haseeb ensures the smooth functioning of our storage facility.