Gregory Clark, has shown a lifelong passion for design and the decorative arts, traveling the world creating unique works, including; furniture, shoes, and consumer products for many multinational companies. He was born into a lineage of artists and master artisans, his parents doing antique restoration of museum class furniture and relics. From artisan studios in Egypt, to restoring relics utilizing ancient techniques in Venice, to working in modern production facilities throughout the Far East, Latin America and Europe, his curiosity and love for creating has been unquenchable. Mr. Clark received a degree in Industrial Design from Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), studied engineering at Brown U., and studied Architectural Conservation in Venice. While at RISD he participated in course work with renowned artists including Dale Chilhuly, master Industrial Designer Marc Harrison, and notable furniture designers Tage Frid and John Dunnigan. In 1998 he founded two companies; Gregory Clark Custom Studio to produce furnishings and architectural elements for Interior Designers and Architects, and Gregory Clark Collection where he showcases his Limited Edition and One-of-a-kind pieces. An inventor, with numerous patents, he's always seeking to "advance the art", and uses the finest materials and methods so his pieces will endure the test of time. Gregory’s work is collected internationally, producing roughly 150 pieces per year, often referring to his clients as his "family"