CoCo Ree Lemery

CoCo Ree Lemery is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Theatre and Music, University of Illinois Chicago. She is an award-winning artist and designer with expertise in scenic art, product design, and furniture design. Her work bridges consumer retail and immersive environments, guiding students toward creative careers.

She holds a Master of Fine Arts from Savannah College of Art and Design.

Her research integrates theatrical design with commercial product innovation, focusing on creating functional yet aesthetically driven solutions. Notable projects span from Second City Chicago to Warner Bros.

Awards:

• Michael Merritt Emerging Artist Award (2017)
• European Product Design Awards
• International Furniture Design Association Pinnacle Awards
• International Design Awards
• NYCxDesign Awards

As Creative Director, she leads design teams for global brands like Pottery Barn and Williams Sonoma, though no specific labs or grants are detailed.