Nicholas Bijan Pourfard is an Iranian-American designer known for his simple, yet personality-filled furniture and lighting designs. In just over a year, he has gone from making guitars out of skateboards to creating a full portfolio of pieces, including the highly-regarded Mushroom lamp. Pourfard is inspired by the diverse cultural experiences and resources available to him as an American designer, and hopes to continue pushing the boundaries of materials like glass, wood, and ceramic in his work. He values the relationships he has with the talented craftsmen and artisans he works with, and is inspired by their skills and designs.