LinkedinIsis founded Spitfire Industry in 2016. Before that she studied sculpture at PAFA/Upenn and industrial design at Pratt Institute, Keio University and RCA/Imperial with a three year hiatus as a bicycle framebuilder in between. Her designs have been shown in international exhibitions, won national and international awards, and been featured in the New York Times, CNN, Dezeen, the BBC and more.
Isis loves working on things that will serve a clear and useful purpose in the world. Her favorite design challenges include mechanical problem solving and material research. In addition to running Spitfire, Isis is a visiting lecturer at Parsons, NYU and Pratt Institute. Outside the studio, she enjoys racing small sailboats, cycling, fine art, mountains and underground music.
Divya Chaurasia is an industrial designer, with a background in engineering and user experience. With a Masters in Industrial Design from Pratt Institute and Bachelor’s in Technology from Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, her work has a strong focus on user-centered research, sustainable practices and design for manufacturing.
Inspired by the everyday pursuits of people, she is deeply intrigued by the connection that humans have with the objects around them and uses it to create functional products.
Sherry Chiu is an industrial designer and Student Chapter Liaison of IDSA's Women in Design NYC Chapter. She earned her Master's in Integrated Product Design from the University of Pennsylvania, and her Bachelor’s in cognitive science and marketing at Northwestern University.
The common thread through it all is a deep curiosity for why people think and act the way they do, and how to craft stories and brands into a captivating narrative. While her experiences have also led her through the worlds of packaging and home goods, she is constantly rethinking our interactions with daily objects and how to inject humor and play in the process.
Teddy’s ultimate ambition is to inspire positive change through design and innovation. Through his work, he paints a picture of a future where technology, design, and culture converge to create a more sustainable and hopeful world, compelling us all to think differently about the possibilities that await us.
Taylor Coughlin is a Boston based graphic designer, consultant and artist. With experience in freelance design, in-agency, and corporate in-house work she is well-versed in a variety of clients and projects. She specializes in brand identity, working frequently in packaging and UX/Web design. In addition, she is a fine art painter and photographer exploring land and cityscapes with a love for all things design.