Brian FitzSimmons | Design Director – Product Design, Brand Development & Commercialization

fitzsimmons.designer@mac.com • 646-354-8998

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Martha Stewart: Fine Furniture Collection

Creative Direction | Art Direction | Furniture & Product Design | CMF Design | Manufacturing Liaison

Direction: Elevate the Martha Stewart brand's legacy in home decorating through a refined collection of case and upholstered furniture designed for the high-end residential market and editorial settings. The goal was to capture Martha’s timeless lifestyle vision where comfort meets elegance, bringing exceptional quality, enduring style, and authentic storytelling into consumers' homes.

Design: Grounded the design process in consumer insights and competitive market trends, combined with Martha’s personal guidance on color, material, and finish (CMF) choices. Led the creative direction and product design for a diverse range of furniture, collaborating closely with production partners in High Point, NC, to maximize traditional craftsmanship and manufacturing expertise for impeccable construction and striking aesthetics.

Dividend: Successfully launched a robust collection of hundreds of products with strong multi-seasonal offerings. The line received widespread acclaim across national magazines, influencer platforms, and fine furniture distributors, further cementing Martha Stewart’s reputation for fine living and exceptional home furnishings.