Design relies on process.
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Michael received a Bachelors of Science degree from the University of the Arts, Philadelphia (2001). -While studying he co-founded Fibrid, a thesis project turned startup which focused on the potential of molded fiber material in the housewares market.
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Upon graduation the Kohler Co hired Michael as the Industrial Designer of an Advanced Concept Development triad focused on new product and business initiatives.
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Currently Michael is the Managing Director of Milder Office Inc, a furniture design and production company. -Michael continually takes on an array of freelance projects from graphics to product to furniture with some being displayed as artworks.- He also has been an academic guest lecturer and critic at both Undergraduate and Graduate levels.
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Whether brainstorming with a client, fabricator or end user, Michael takes an approach which is collaborative thus his designs are a result of an open dialogue and observations. -His works maintain a minimal aesthetic while ranging from witty to ecological to hyper-functional, however most often resulting in a newfound appreciation for ubiquitous materials and objects.
Anthracite
291 Fourth Street
Studio 2
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Clients
Tom Ford
AT&T
Altoids
Built NY
Kelly&Co.
Crest Hardware
Stella Accessories
ChuteRooster
Platters, LLC
Benchworks
Essex Travel
1+1 Engineering
