Work.

A collection of work samples that encompass Kyle Nagelkirk’s work in startups, corporate design studios, freelance and as an independent artist.

A unique ability to blend analytical and creative thought process while considering project constraints.

Making complex ideas simple and making sure simple ideas don’t get complex.

Making and simplicity are at the heart of Kyle Nagelkirk’s work.

Skills: Product visualization, analog and digital prototyping, research, CAD, Interdisciplinary team work, follow through.

A decade of experience including start up, corporate, freelance and entrepreneurship.

Kyle Nagelkirk is constantly asking why. He is willing to push against the norms and seek out innovative solutions.

A focus on user needs. Kyle Nagelkirk is well adept at participating in user research. Including on site observational work and focus groups.

Kyle Nagelkirk is able to efficiently convey the story behind design concepts.

From concept to production an eye is kept on the details.

Experience

Kyle Nagelkirk freelances under the business name mmin.
Kyle spent 2016-2021 at Snap-on Tools as an Industrial Designer. While there he had a track record of working across multiple teams to bring physical and digital products to market.
For 2 1/2 years Kyle led design projects within the high end bedding industry. Mattresses, adjustable bed foundations and pillows were the main projects.
As an intern Kyle Nagelkirk assisted with Industrial Design projects.
As an intern Kyle worked on projects for the office furniture market.
Kyle had had an abundance of tools at his disposal from a young age. That combined with a deep appreciation for mechanically based hobbies drew him into design and the arts. Some notable projects from his younger years include a lowrider bicycle with a frame built from scratch and a 1963 Ford Fairlane that was restored when in reality it was better suited for the scrap heap.