WantedDesign Member
Discover the unique stories and creative journeys of our WantedDesign members as they share their inspirations, design philosophies, and standout work.
Nicki Huggins
Nicki Huggins Studio
Founder and Designer
I’m a designer, manufacturer and historian of American outdoor furniture. Along life’s way, I’ve been privileged to be a master marketer, a television producer (p.g.a.member) and a featured designer in an American TV renovation show. My hands down most rewarding job is being a mom.
Design Approach and Inspiration
My creative process is informed by storytelling, sustainability, and gesture. What will last, outdoors, 100 years, is the brand’s guiding ethos. Oh, and I’m also really big on comfort. But, what steers me personally is deep belief in the idea of “making a contribution.”
Get to know them better...
What’s the one item in your home that you can’t live without, and why?
NH: Actually, it’s outside my home. I can’t live without my garden. I get lost in it and everything else goes away.
What’s your go-to playlist or song when you need a creative boost?
NH: N.E.R.D., Miles Davis, Deep House Chill, Sixties music, female Spanish language pop, anything with an Indian sitar
If you weren’t a designer, what would you be?
NH: Landscape Architect
My dream
NH: “My brand’s essence is rooted in the re-imaging of forgotten modern American outdoor design while also creating new pieces that weather both changing winds and changing trends. We blend timeless design with enduring and innovative materials and processes to create furniture that’s comfortable indoors or out.”