Nathan Sheu

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Bio: Nathan Sheu (San Francisco, CA) is a designer and artist who bridges traditional craftsmanship and emerging fabrication technologies. He creates furniture and sculptural objects that explore the intersections of material memory, digital precision, and sustainability. Drawing from his background in woodworking, CAD design, and ecological materials research, Nathan’s practice reflects a deep interest in reimagining the lifecycle of objects.

Statement: His pieces often blend analog techniques—such as hand-turning and joinery—with digital methods like CNC carving and 3D printing, resulting in timeless and forward-thinking works. Sheu’s projects have explored themes ranging from emotional reassurance to ecological regeneration, often using reclaimed or unconventional materials to question assumptions about value, permanence, and form. Through the thoughtful integration of nature, technology, and handwork, his work invites viewers to engage with furniture and objects as living, evolving narratives. Sheu holds a BFA in Furniture Design from California College of the Arts, with minors in Industrial Design, Ecological Practices, and Computational Practices. He currently lives and works in San Francisco, CA, where he continues to develop projects that merge functionality with poetic material exploration.