Andrew combines ambitious ideas, rigorous processes, and common sense storytelling to craft beautiful and functional objects that deliver new, heightened experiences. He has led creative moonshots for Fortune 500 brands, developed multi-million-dollar product lines, and helped startups of every size bring their visions to life.
A grounded design generalist, Andrew holds degrees in mechanical engineering and industrial design. His work includes medical devices, industrial products, home goods, personal care items, and furniture.
Steelcase
Senior Industrial Designer - June 2022 to Present
Dedicated designer for the Hybrid Collaboration category, focused on developing concept applications and principles for our new distributed world of work. Lead designer & story developer for multiple Ocular Collection pieces. Also lead designer for an unreleased task seating project. Acted as design technology pillar leader, helping drive new studio capabilities and explorations into new tools & systems.
Hydrangea Studio
Freelance Designer - June 2022 to Present
Provides industrial design services for clients, mostly in the medical devices space, creating concept directions, light-scale 3D models, CMF direction, and visual assets for marketing/funding needs.
Delve
Industrial Designer - June 2019 to May 2022
Developed products for a variety of clients, providing creative ideation & concept direction, functional sketches, use illustrations, 3d models, renderings, and prototypes.Worked in a fast pace consulting environment, collaborating closely with engineering & design teams. Acted as design lead on projects, regularly interfacing with clients.
Auburn University
Masters of Industrial Design
Thesis: Guidelines for Practical Algorithmic Design for Industrial Designers
B.S. in Environmental Design
Georgia Tech
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Minor in Industrial Design
Distinctions
Best of Neocon Gold - Collections for Collaboration
Good Design Award (Contributor) - Remington Limitless Rotary Shaver
Domestika Teacher - Digital Illustration for Industrial Design
IDEA Finalist - Goodmail Digital Mailbox
Auburn University Outstanding Masters Student Award
Autodesk - Design for Automotive (1st)
Autodesk - Design for Audio (3rd)
Autodesk University Design Slam (1st)