Ryan is an industrial designer based in the San Francisco Bay Area with a diverse background in designing thoughtful, functional products across industries from advanced medical devices to everyday consumer electronics. With a deep understanding of both design and manufacturing, he takes through a hands-on, process driven approach to problem solving.
Raised in a family-owned plastic machining shop, he developed a solid foundation in fabrication and understanding of material properties from an early age. This upbringing instilled in him a respect for craftsmanship and a strong grasp of how things are made. It continues to influence his work today. His ability to bridge the gap between design and manufacturing enables him to create solutions that are both innovative and practical.
His design philosophy centers on the balance between creative exploration and functional practicality, leading to designs that are visually compelling, intuitive and purposefully engineered.
