Rolls Royce Motor Cars drives in new design era with Dukec appointment
West Sussex-based Rolls Royce Motor Cars has announced Domagoj Dukec as its new director of design from October 1 this year, taking over from Anders Warming.
The 49-year-old will assume overall responsibility for all design, including bespoke, which is in more demand than ever from the marque’s clients through the expanding network of private office boutiques and the brand’s global showroom presence.
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Dukec brings more than 20 years of experience in senior design positions and for the last five years has been head of design for BMW.
Warming is taking up a new senior role as Head of Designworks, BMW Group Advanced Design and Design Identity.
Chris Brownridge, the chief executive at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said Warming's wealth of experience and creativity had instructed the group's future aesthetic direction.
"Anders will be greatly missed by the global Rolls-Royce family, but I know he will thrive in his new role," he said.
"To build on Anders’ achievements and take our thrilling future motor cars into the next era, we’re delighted to welcome Domagoj Dukec to the Home of Rolls-Royce.
"I know he will find great inspiration in realising our clients’ dreams and aspirations, while working closely with the immensely creative and talented Rolls-Royce design team. I wish both Anders and Domagoj well in their new roles."