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The renowned Belgian car designer was responsible for the appearance of the models of the Hyundai, Kia and Genesis brands.
Luke Donkervolke took over as chief designer of the Korean auto giant in late 2015 (Photo: Hyundai Group promotion)
Luke Donkervolke reportedly retired as the first designer of the Korean automotive group for “personal reasons” and AutoNews informs that the waiver became effective on Wednesday, April 29.
“It has been an honor and a privilege to help shape the future of the Hyundai, Kia and Genesis brands”Donkervolke wrote of his departure from the office.
“The company’s bold and progressive attitude allowed me to push the boundaries in design”added the Belgian.
Hyundai Kona (Photo: Hyundai promo)
Donkervolke came to Hyundai in 2015 from the Volkswagen Group. Among other things, he signed to design models like Kona me Palisadesand helped shape the car with just the premium brand Genesis.
The Belgian is credited with the look of the model. Genesis G80 and G90as well as SUVs GV80.
AutoNews Says Hyundai Will Not Appoint New Group Design Chief For Now, And Will Continue To Design Hyundai And Genesis Brand Models Sang Jup Li, while the Kia brand design will continue to lead Karim Habib, who joined the Korean manufacturer in 2019.
Hyundai Palisade (Photo: Hyundai promo)
Luke Donkervolke began his career at Peugeot in 1990, and two years later he transferred to the Volkswagen Group, where he signed the design for the first generation of Skoda Octavia and Fabia.
He has also worked on models such as the Audi A4 Avant, the Audi R8 Le Mans racing, as well as the Lamborghini Diablo VT, Murcielago and Gallardo.
This 55-year-old man also designed the fourth-generation Seat Ibiza, but also the luxurious Bentley Flying Spur.
Genesis G90 (Photo: promo Genesis)
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