Merkled Studio is a Portland, Oregon-based design and manufacturing company specializing in contemporary furniture, fixtures, and products for residential and commercial spaces.
Approach + Values
Merkled is a process-driven studio that values collaboration, simplicity, quality, craftsmanship, and materiality.
We design, fabricate, and assemble all of our products in-house, while also working closely with a valued network of local vendors.
All of our products are proudly crafted in the U.S.
Custom Services
In addition to our curated product line, we specialize in collaborative problem-solving to create custom furniture, products, and interior fixtures. With a strong background in design, fabrication and manufacturing, we work closely with clients, designers, and artists to bring ideas to fruition.
Who We Work With:
We partner with a wide range of professionals, including individual clients, designers, and artists, on both small and production run projects
Our Services Include:
- Custom Furniture, Product, and Interior Fixtures Design & Fabrication
- Design Consulting for Production Methods, Material Selection and Local Vendor Sourcing
- Technical Manufacturing Drawings
- Prototyping & Prototype Consulting
About
Founded in 2009 Merkled Studio is the company of designer + craftswoman Kari Merkl
Kari has been designing and creating objects of function for over 20 years. Her study of architecture eventually led her to the world of industrial design. This background in spatial aesthetics has informed her sense of conceptual design and hands on fabrication, allowing her to move freely between both worlds. Her work reflects her own appreciation for materials, mechanics and craft.
*Certified WBE (Women Business Enterprise)
*Founder of LWD (League of Women Designers), Portland, OR / Chicago, IL
*Photo credit Ali Gradischer