Creative professional with 15 years of experience collaborating with prominent contemporary and luxury brands in New York. Expertise in raw material research and development, with a specialized focus on leather, exotic materials, textiles, hardware, sustainability, and synthetics.

Chris Huyke is an accomplished and innovative creative professional with over a decade of experience at the forefront of design and material development within some of New York’s most renowned contemporary and luxury brands. Known for her ability to transform visionary concepts into commercially successful products, Huyke has become a respected thought leader and expert in her field.

Her expertise lies in the intersection of creativity, strategy, and technical know-how. Huyke has a unique ability to take abstract ideas and translate them into practical, high-quality materials that are not only aesthetically captivating but also commercially viable. Her work is distinguished by a focus on developing cutting-edge materials that balance innovation with sustainability, meeting both creative and ethical demands in the modern marketplace.

Throughout her career, Huyke has established a reputation for sourcing and working with a wide array of materials, including leather, textiles, hardware, synthetics, exotics, and sustainable alternatives. She is particularly skilled in identifying and incorporating forward-thinking, socially responsible materials into design processes, ensuring that the products she develops are both forward-looking and aligned with global environmental trends.

Her comprehensive approach to product development encompasses the entire lifecycle of creation, from initial concept to material sourcing, design development, and final production. By blending creative vision with a solid technical foundation, Huyke is able to craft products that resonate with consumers while adhering to high industry standards and practices.

This rare combination of creative, strategic, and technical expertise Huyke a go-to professional for brands seeking to push boundaries, build their identities, and produce high-quality, innovative products that stand out in competitive markets.