Miguel
A loan of $8,500 helps a world-renowned artist produce patented chairs and expand the business.
Miguel's story
I am an artist originally from Venezuela with over 35 years of experience in the fields of art and design.
In Venezuela, I owned several companies and built a career focused on creativity, design, and craftsmanship. Now that I am in the United States, I am working to rebuild that same path and bring my ideas to life through a new business focused on furniture design and manufacturing.
I am an industrial designer and began working professionally in my mid twenties. My journey started when I worked with antique collectors. That experience introduced me to the world of design and sparked a deep appreciation for the craftsmanship behind pieces from different time periods. I had the opportunity to see how design evolved over the years and how functionality and beauty come together in well made furniture.
With this new venture, I hope to continue the creative journey I began many years ago. I want to create functional pieces that reflect my artistic vision and are built for people to use and enjoy. This is just the beginning.