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Asher Rodriquez Dunn is an Assistant Professor of Industrial Design at Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). He is also founder and owner of Studio Dunn, a furniture and lighting design firm, and co-founder of Keeseh Workshop and Anchor Providence. His work emphasizes nostalgic reinterpretations of lighting design and community-driven creative spaces.
Education: BFA in Industrial Design from RISD (2008).
Research/Practice: Focuses on innovative lighting design (e.g., Pillaret Trio Table Lamp, Sorenthia collections) and fostering accessibility for creative entrepreneurs through shared workspace initiatives. Combines industrial design with social enterprise models.
Awards:
- Forbes 30 Under 30 (exact year not specified)
- Best New Designer at 2010 International Contemporary Furniture Fair
Advising/Grants: No specific student advisement or grant details provided in text. Operations focus appears centered on his firms and workshops.
Labs/Teams: Leads Studio Dunn (product design) and manages Keeseh Workshop (community education space) and Anchor Providence (affordable creative workspace provider).
