Ryan Zimmerman

in Erie, PA.

Ryan Zimmerman is a furniture maker from Erie, Pennsylvania. He received a BFA in Studio Arts with a concentration in Wood/Furniture Design from Edinboro University this past spring.

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2017 Entries

Shell Back Chair

By Ryan Zimmerman in Erie, PA.

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The furniture I create features varying irregular, geometric shapes that are the result of combining angular and rectilinear elements. I enjoy working in multiples and producing variations on a common design. This chair series was part of my thesis for my BFA in furniture design. Lastly finished with General Finishes Gel Topcoat, brushed on liberally with a foam brush and then wiped smooth with a rag. After experimenting with a slew of other finishes this has become my go to, it is user friendly, very forgiving and the results are great.

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Modular Stool Series

By Ryan Zimmerman in Erie, PA.

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The furniture I create features varying irregular, geometric shapes that are the result of combining angular and rectilinear elements. With that in mind, I am interested in creating modular 'furniture systems'. These three pieces are identical forms, having no defined top or bottom. Each panel tapers back and forth an inch on either side; this treatment to the perimeter acts as a key for registering the units together into a longer bench form. Lastly finished with General Finishes Gel Topcoat, brushed on liberally with a foam brush and then wiped smooth with a rag.

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Rekkid Cabby & 45 Cabby

By Ryan Zimmerman in Erie, PA.

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The furniture I create features varying irregular, geometric shapes that are the result of combining angular and rectilinear elements. With that in mind, I am interested in creating modular 'furniture systems'. I see these two cabinets a unit. The one is a vinyl record cabinet featuring three irregular drawers. The other is intended to house 45's or 7" records in it's drawer. When brought together they fit together seamlessly, however I much rather prefer the negative space they create. They are both constructed with the same combination of figured cherry and black walnut.

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