Marc Thorpe

American architect and designer Marc Thorpe (b. 1978) is recognized for a dynamic, multi-disciplinary practice spanning architecture, furniture, and environmental design. Earning his Master of Architecture from Parsons School of Design, Thorpe founded Marc Thorpe Design in New York in 2010, exploring the intersection of modern technology and cultural identity. Thorpe achieved prominence through fruitful partnerships with European and American houses. For Italian brand Moroso, he designed expressive seating including the Husk chair and outdoor woven furniture celebrating Senegalese weaving traditions. He has also developed architectural lighting for Casamania, contract seating for Bernhardt Design, and systemic installations for Venice Biennale.