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HELLO
I will design to challenge the status quo of the everyday life. Through design I can challenge the structure of our culture, the way in which we interact with each other and the way in which we experience the world.
I believe that design needs to pursue a deeper understanding of us in this moment in time for the evolution of us all.
This evolution engages society on a radical democratization; that is aware of our environment, challenging alternative ways of creation. It is inclusive and focuses on offering opportunities of development, bringing equality and growth in areas of need.
Design represents us; it is our reflection. Let it be one that exemplifies all that is good in us. Let it inspire instead of being a force of consumerism. Let it challenge and change society for a deeper understanding of our role in this world. Let us invent, create and find solutions for us all.
EXPERIENCE
2008-2010 CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
Graduate program of Design
Focused in both industrial and interactive design.
Developed skills in design research and storytelling.
My thesis work analyses the consequences of technology in our everyday lives.
Spring 2010 CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
Teacher Assistant for DC1
Taught across majors, DC1 is a course that teaches perspective drawing and representational techniques.
Summer 2009 PROJECT H
Volunteer
Collaborated in the redisign and prototyping for wheelchair at Whirlwind Weelchairs (SFSU).
Designed sign system for the Alemany Farm Project.
Collaborated in designing and building prototypes for the Kitchen Tables for Refugee Families Project.
Summer 2009 PPR / CCA
WEB Research and Design
Researched purchasing experiences and behaviors within retail spaces both online and in their physical location.
Developed web design for the international trading company PPR utilizing an innovative interface to maximize positive user experiences.
Fall 2009 PROJECT FORM
Research and Design
Collaborated, as part of a student research group with IDEO, to develop a new five year collegewide strategic plan for CCA.
Developed research and experience design for the project.
Presented project at the IDEO office in San Francisco.
2005-2008 BLACKBOX
Founder and General Manager
Worked in rural communities in Mexico for the development of a new handcraft industry.
Designed store, and over a dozen products, such as chairs, tables, textiles, rugs, lamps, jewelry, etc.
Worked with over a dozen communities and more than a hundred people.
2004-2007 BLACKBOX STUDIO
Founder and General Manager
Designed and manufactured the exhibition for he 475 anniversary of the city of Oaxaca.
Designed and manufactured sign system for La Salle high school in the city of Oaxaca.
Collaborated in over a dozen projects with photographers, architects, environmental engineers and various artists.
2003-2004 IDEACERO
Design Manager
Led a group of industrial and graphic designers for the creation of exhibition design in Mexico City.
Designed over a dozen POP and stands.
Awarded for best design at the biggest construction industry exhibition, Expocihac Mexico.
2001-2003 PEPSA
Manager of New Product Design
Designed and engineered house ware and toys.
Developed knowledge in plastic injection molding technology.
EDUCATION
2008-2010 CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
Graduate program of Design
1995-2001 UNIVERSIDAD IBEROAMERICANA
Bachelor in Industrial Design
AWARDS
2008-2010 CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
Merit Scholarship
2005 WTC ARTFEST
Finalist
EXHIBITIONS
2010 CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
MFA Show
2007 MANUEL GARCIA ARTE CONTEMPORANEO
Group Show
2005 WTC ARTFEST
New Media
PRESS / SCREENINGS
2010 GLASTONBURY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Visuals for U2’s Even Better The Real Thing
2009 NATIONAL GEOGAPHIC TRAVELER
2008 TOWN AND COUNTRY
January 2008 pg 95, 128
LANGUAGE
I am fluent in both English and Spanish.
CONTACT
2041 26th street apt 201
San Francisco, CA 94107
Phone 415 490 8644
gusfricke2@yahoo.com
LINKS
CCA
BLACKBOX
MFA THESIS
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