DESIGNER
Stephen Burks believes in a pluralist vision
of design, which includes the full spectrum
of cultural perspectives. He considers
craftsmanship an innovative tool in industrial
production, involving local artisans in the
production process. A graduate of Columbia
University and the Illinois Institute of
Technology, this committed designer’s
Brooklyn-based studio (Stephen Burks Man
Made) is renowned for its innovative and
inclusive approach. Worldwide, the designer
collaborates with non-profit organizations as
a product development consultant. Stephen
Burks believes that design must be able to
evolve alongside diverse cultures. As a result,
the concept of the Traveler armchairs
designed for Roche�Bobois leads to two
interpretations: one with a “European”
essence and the other reflecting an
“American” influence.
Stephen
Burks
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