Stephen Burks
Stephen Burks is one of the most recognized American industrial designers of his generation. As founder and design director, he and his New York studio Readymade Projects have been responsible for creative direction and design strategy on projects ranging from retail interiors and events to packaging, consumer products, lighting, furniture and home accessories. He has developed innovative concepts for the renowned international brands B&B Italia, Boffi, Calvin Klein, Cappellini, Estee Lauder, Missoni and Tods, as well as continuing his commitment to sustainable design in the developing world through his association with the American non-profits Aid To Artisans and the Nature Conservancy.
Stephen is a member of the Cologne Furniture Fair international trend board and is a recipient of the Illinois Institute of Technology Alumni Professional Achievement Award, the US Artists Target Fellowship Grant and the Audi Mentor Prize.