Ellen McGarrigle
I'm a furniture, lighting, and decor designer with over 7 years of experience creating standout products for the home.
About
I’m a furniture, lighting, and decor designer with over 7 years of experience creating standout products for the home. I believe that our spaces redefine how we live, and I dedicate my work to enhancing the home environment through thoughtful design and creative innovation.
Currently, I design and provide creative direction for retail companies in the furniture, lighting, and home decor space. I work collaboratively with in-house design teams, engineers, and overseas sourcing partners to manage product development from concept through trend integration to delivery.
- 5 years' experience
- Joined September 2025
Industry experience
- Consumer Goods
- Retail
- Manufacturing
Work experience· 5 roles
Brought in a split role with Schoolhouse following Food 52's acquisition of Dansk. Provided creative direction for Holiday 2023 - Fall 2024 seasons, launching dinnerware, serveware, and tabletop collections. Maintained brand DNA and worked with original Dansk designers to develop products appealing to a contemporary audience.
Designed across hard goods categories for furniture and decor, expanded the brand's furniture assortment by exploring new materials and product types, and managed upholstery fabric selection. Collaborated with design and merchant teams to improve products and diversify assortment across categories. Supported product development for up to 30+ SKUs per season from initial sketch to final production.
Currently working as a freelance industrial designer focusing on furniture and decor product designs and creative direction for retail companies. Collaborate with designers, engineers, and sourcing teams to create standout home products.
Education
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