My name is Michael Kuiken– and I am a maker. I collect skills like trading cards and am always creating something. Furniture and lighting are my primary interests, but I am captivated by any project that calls for a careful attention to craft.
Summa Cum Laude
Iowa State University – College of Design May 2014
Graduated with a grade-point average of 3.90 or better
Highest 2% of Design Seniors
Iowa State University – College of Design Spring 2013, Spring 2014
Art & Design Annual Exhibition
Gallery 181 – College of Design – Iowa State University November 2013
Bonsai Pendant and Three-legged Table accepted in show
Innovation Incubator
Iowa State University – Industrial Design August 2013
One of three senior students selected to further pursue a project to market
Dean’s List
College of Design Spring 2012, Fall 2012, Spring 2013, Fall 2013
Attained a grade-point average of 3.50 or better for at least 12 credit hours of course work
Attention to Detail Award
Fashion Without Fabric April 2010
Outfit recognized by judges for Attention to Detail Award.
Best of Design Show
April 2010
Rupert the Cardboard Beaver was on display in the juried Best of Design Show in the Furlong Gallery.
Juried Student Fine Art Exhibition
May 2010
Knitting Pins accepted and on display for summer exhibit.
Industrial Designers Society of America - Student Treasurer for the 2012-2013