LOCATED IN
DETROIT, MI
House of RAW®
is a research-based studio specializing in Forecasting Intelligence and Haute Couture Experiences.
Trends are multifaceted signals of the times we are living. Through them, we analyze, decode, and define what is exciting and essential.
There is no need to chase and replicate trends. Instead, we use our cumulative knowledge of them to set the tone and influence the future with solid intentions.
Outside of supporting our select clients, we aim to create a point of exchange through Design Talks, Curatorial Projects, and Haute Couture Experiences.
01
Trend
Reports
Identifying the latest and most noteworthy in color, material, and form language.
02
Trend
Forecasts
A tool to educate and inspire Designers, containing a deeper level of analysis than a Trend Report. Includes considerations regarding societal factors, lifestyles, and behavioral shifts.
Color
Development
Utilizing trend insights to develop color strategies focused on relevance and longevity.
Material
Development
Working with suppliers to develop unique material processes, textile designs, and finishes.
Concept
Development
Formulating relevant and boundary-pushing ideas for all markets.
Curatorial
Management
Acquisition, care, and developement of compelling exhibition content.
Haute Couture
Experiences
Production of next-level consumer experiences for optimal engagement.
Cristin Ríchard
Interdisciplinary Artist
and Designer
Cristin Ríchard launched her career as a Color & Materials Designer for one of the leading international automotive design studios. There, she refined her skill set in color theory, material processes, and the perception of quality. Although many industries are future-focused, the automotive industry is particularly future-driven due to its intricate production timeline which requires the design process of many programs to launch at least five years in advance. As a result, Ríchard developed a passion for researching the latest innovative designs in all sectors of the art and design world, attending trade fairs, and scouting society for its ever-changing fashions, lifestyles, and behavioral shifts. Always looking forward, this practice significantly contributed to her ability to predict trends and their relevance.
Ríchard’s parallel career as a fashion-based, Interdisciplinary Artist is grounded in historical research. She references trend research as a contrasting tool to develop concepts questioning the human experience. Working across different capacities (such as sculpture, installation, video, and performance) reveals many anthropological insights that allow a deeper understanding of society. Essentially, both her artistic practice and research practice fuel one another.
Ríchard’s parallel career as a fashion-based, Interdisciplinary Artist is grounded in historical research. She references trend research as a contrasting tool to develop concepts questioning the human experience. Working across different capacities (such as sculpture, installation, video, and performance) reveals many anthropological insights that allow a deeper understanding of society. Essentially, both her artistic practice and research practice fuel one another.
EXPERIENCES
09.13 - 09.30.2024
Design by Desire
Exhibition
Rossetti. Detroit
Rossetti. Detroit
09.04 - 09.28.2022
Design Visions
Exhibition
Shinola Hotel. Detroit
09.28.2022
Trend Forecast
Shinola Hotel. Detroit
09.23.2021
Forces of Nature
AW22/23 and Beyond
AW22/23 and Beyond
Trend Forecast
David Klein Gallery. Detroit
11.28 - 12.31.2020
Limited Run Drop
Up-cycled Materials
Farmer Street Pop-up. Detroit
11.01 - 12.31.2020
Limited Run Drop
Up-cycled Materials
Detroit Is the New Black. Detroit
9.16.2020
Localizing Luxury
Talk series with Next:Space.
Then and Now - Luxury Forecast
Lisa Spindler Studio. Detroit
9.01 - 9.30.2020
EB/20
Gucci Changemakers Installation
Lisa Spindler Studio. Detroit.
Lisa Spindler Studio. Detroit.
3.22.2019
Point of Return
Performance Installation
The Detroit Club. Detroit.
The Detroit Club. Detroit.