Michael Vance Email & Phone Number

Revolutionizing How Furniture is Designed, Produced and SoldThe traditional furniture industry needs a complete overhaul. Items are mass produced with little original design or ability for you to customize. Pieces are constructed from materials that are not sustainable or eco-friendly. The process to make is wasteful from the negative environmental impact of mass manufacturing to the excess unsold inventory made of materials that do not biodegrade. Model No. was created to solve these problems and reimagine how you can access sustainable artfully designed custom furnishings.The Model for ChangeModel No. is revolutionizing how furnishings are designed, produced and sold. Our distinctive approach provides custom, sustainable products with accessible price points that are created on-demand by you.Made domestically, all furnishings are artfully crafted from sustainably sourced materials, such as upcycled food waste, and produced using the latest eco-friendly tech including 3D printing. With just a few clicks online, you can customize products and they are made-to-order and delivered in a few weeks, eliminating long wait times and wasteful inventory

San Francisco Bay Area

A seasoned design leader with professional experience across multiple industries, I am currently living in the Bay Area and working on a variety of projects. After working as an industrial designer on everything from exhibits to furniture, I am incorporating my experiences into branded environments and product design. I believe in a holistic approach to the design process- embracing the built form, evironmental impact, curation, and the development of user experience from every angle.

San Francisco, California

AvroKO has established a new paradigm in the hospitality industry, encompassing a multitude of disciplines while creating thoughtful and engaging interiors, brands, products, and environments. Since its launch in 2001, AvroKO has earned a reputation as one of the most innovative design firms in the field, due in large part to the group’s integrated design process and focus on creating emotionally connected experiences. In the past decade, the firm has grown to four offices (New York City, Bangkok, San Francisco, and London) working on projects across 14 countries in 25 cities, launched 9 company owned-and-operated restaurants, started a furniture and lighting design arm (Goodshop), and developed a separate branding division dedicated to projects of scale (Brand Bureau

Corte Madera, Ca

Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Product Development. Responsible forsupporting the creation of all Furniture and Upholstery items for Restoration Hardware.Contributing to special projects such as New Gallery Design and Hospitality Concepts.

San Francisco

Senior Furniture Designer and Project Manager

Tajonar, Spain.

Industrial Design by Michael Vance Expertise in Furniture Design, Product Design, and Brand Development.Clients:Williams-Sonoma Home. San Francisco, CA.Design and development of Furniture and Lighting for Williams-Sonoma Inc's premier brand.L Plate. Products for Life. Mutilva Baja, SpainCreating a dynamic new brand for the action sports markets.ISI - Idea Solution Innovation. Noain, Spain.Furniture Design for the consumer and hostelry markets.Hotel Avenida. Pamplona, Spain.Complete redesign and renovation of The Hotel Avenida.HV Inmuebles. Pamplona, Spain.Interior and Furniture Design.My Studio ID. Mutilva Baja, SpainApparel Concepts and Accessory Design Development.

Miguel Angel Ciganda. Pamplona, Spain.Furniture, lighting, and product design for the consumer and interior design markets.Product groups include: upholstered sofas and chairs, workspace seating, lighting and accessories.

Pottery Barn Kids, Williams-Sonoma Inc. Director: 1.15.2005 – 6.20.2007. Design Manager: 3.1.2002.Responsible for the design and development of all furniture and lighting for Pottery Barn Kids.Participated in executive level brand development.Set seasonal style directions, identified new business opportunities, managed design teams, and implemented production and sourcing strategies in Asia. Products groups focused on the: Nursery, bedroom, playroom, study, and family room. Collaborated on the design direction of: Accessories, apparel, textiles, room décor, and seasonal toys.Created the premier furniture collections for the launch of the Pottery Barn Teen brand.

Product Manager.ITIF Inc. 9.1.2001 - 3.1.2002Established the San Francisco office for the Toronto based fixture manufacture.Consulting on the design and fabrication of retail fixture programs for clients such as:Key Bank, All Steel, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Gap, and RLX.

Design Manager, Global Store Design.Gap Inc. 2.15.1999 - 9.1.2001Managed the design, production, and rollout of a completely new concept of Gap Brand Retail Environments. Responsible for all retail floor fixtures, hardware, fitting rooms, multimedia, and cash wraps. Led a team designing International Flagship Store key fixtures and multimedia installations.

Design Consultant.4.1.1998 - 1.15.1999Client List:Fuseproject: Javad Positioning Systems: Product exhibition.Mauk Design: Sony Electronics: Comdex 98.Designer.Design Continuum Inc. 9.1.1997 - 4.1.1998Product, Branding, and Environmental Design. Participated in projects ranging from sporting goods, consumer electronics, interior architecture, and retail environments.Design Consultant.11.1.1996 – 9.1.1997Client List:Mountain Hardware: Retail fixture, signage, and exhibition design.Zimmerman & Crowe Design: Levi Strauss & Co., Silver Tab - Vibestyle Concept.Daniel Quan Design: The Pacific Science Center, Seattle, WA. S2 Design: Retail fixtureing.Gift: Handbag and accessory design.Designer.West Office Exhibition Design. 6.1. 1994 - 10.1.1996Designed exhibits and produced fabrication drawings for the New California Science Center, Los Angeles, CA.Other tasks included: model making, photography, research, and large-scale renderings.