Brecht Wright Gander

Brecht Wright Gander treats functionality as a ground for aesthetic play. His wide- ranging curiosity fuels his research-driven practice. With unyielding confidence, Gander engages a multitude of unconventional materials in ways which cause them to spark, become molten, desiccate, oxidize, exhale and twist. He describes his unique works as "a culmination of many collisions."

Produced through experiment and experience, his sculptural works often hide their functionality on first appearance. "Structurally balanced, architectural, a bit dramatic — I didn’t do much but translate this into different materials and finishes," he says.

With a BA from Skidmore College in foundational philosophy and years of experience working for firms focused on high-end design and build outs, Gander launched his own studio in 2017 to fully explore his intrepid approach to conception. Since then his truly unique, hand-made designs have succeeded in gaining attention, whether it be shock, awe, or admiration.

Gander has been featured in Sight Unseen, Apartment Therapy, Design Milk, and the New York Times. In addition, Gander was a finalist for "Emerging Designer of the Year" in 2018 at NYC x Design.