Merel Philippart developed the induction cooktop with attention to its visual presence in the kitchen. Black cooktops often create contrast within the overall space. The coloured Makus cooktop was created to integrate more quietly into different kitchen settings. Particular attention was given to the pink edition, developed through research into colour and its potential influence on wellbeing. The coloured Makus cooktop was introduced in 2020, followed by a downdraft model in 2023.

Makus is a Netherlands based design company focused on induction cooktops for contemporary kitchens. Known for introducing the cooktop in color, the company combines product design, engineering, and interior sensibility in a category often defined mainly by function. Its work centers on the integration of technology, material, color, and interaction, with the cooktop approached as a visible part of the living space. Makus collaborates with specialized partners in design and manufacturing to develop products shaped by both use and environment.

Merel Philippart is founder of Makus. A Dutch design brand that develops induction cooktops as part of the interior rather than as technical appliances. The company was founded in 2020 with the goal of creating cooktops that integrate visually into the home through colour, material expression and refined detailing. Merel introduced with Makus the first coloured induction cooktop on the market and expanded its range with an integrated downdraft model in 2023. The brand focuses on products that balance engineering quality with interior aesthetics. Its work is guided by natural colour palettes, soft forms and careful proportions that allow the cooktop to blend into its surroundings. Makus collaborates with designers, engineers and production partners to develop appliances that meet functional standards while contributing to the atmosphere of the kitchen. Makus operates in the premium home appliance segment and serves both consumers and interior professionals. The company is based in the Netherlands and continues to develop new solutions that support the shift toward modern, induction-based cooking environments