About
Kip Rivera
Obsessively observing and analyzing the world around me to produce better forms and functions.
Passionate about optimizing the human experience while creating products that are an expression of the users personality. Furniture and home goods are a great example of the mix of functionality and personality I like to research. Problem solving is at the root of my curiosity as well as my fascination with what objects we surround ourselves with, especially in our personal spaces, and why. I want to design how can improve our objects to ultimately improve our spaces.
Education
2017-2021
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY
2022-2023
Otherworld
Philadelphia, PA
2021-2022
Conair LLC
Stamford, CT
2017-2021
Pratt Wood Shop
Brooklyn, NY
2018-2020
ZED Custom Arts
Richmond, VA
Summer 2018
JAX Media
Brooklyn, NY
Summer 2019
Jason Krugman Studio
Brooklyn, NY
Summer 2017
Koppisch
Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Industrial Design
Graduated with Presidential Honors
Installation Design
Problem solving logistics of implementing large scale sculptures in a interactive art exhibition
Junior Industrial Designer
Using CAD, 3D printing and concept rendering to create new beauty and grooming tools
Wood Shop Monitor
In charge of the maintenance and ordination of the shops tool and machines while assisting first year student learn skills and safety
Antique Dealer Assistant
Assisting in the identification, purchasing, refurbishing and selling of a variety of antique objects and furniture
Art Department Intern
Part of the props team on the film set of Comedy Central's Broad City season 5
Assisting Modular Lighting Designer
Helping with studio logistics, media and wiring an experimental lighting figures
Textile Design Intern
Learning produce hand dyed silk cloth and assisting in studio maintenance