Bright House

Ellie Richards

March 27 - May 9, 2025

Receptions:

Opening reception: April 4 | 5-8pm

Artist Talk: April 4 | 6:30pm

First Friday Reception: May 2 | 5-8pm 

Bright House invites visitors into a vibrant and imaginative world where art and function converge. Richards’ collection blurs the boundaries between sculpture and utility, showcasing an eclectic array of furniture, lamps, sculptures, and bold home décor. Bright House showcases a collection of works that intervene the conventional experience of utility with imaginative takes on form, color, and concept. This dynamic body of work presents colorful, inventive designs that spark joy and conversation. From textural wall hangings to uniquely crafted lounge chairs, and sculptural lamps that light up not just spaces but also imaginations, Bright House is a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and the intersection of form and concept.

About The Artist

Ellie Richards is a furniture designer and sculptor who explores the interplay between furniture, domestic objects, and their role in fostering meaningful connections between people and their environments. Her work blends the traditions of woodworking and the readymade, to create eclectic assemblages, installations, and objects. Through her work, Ellie explores the intersection of labor, leisure, community, and culture. She has traveled extensively to investigate the role play and improvisation have on the artistic process.



Richards has exhibited her work, both furniture and sculpture, at prestigious venues including the Mint Museum, the Center for Craft, Creativity, and Design, SOFA Chicago, and the Society of Contemporary Craft. Her accolades include Windgate residencies at the Center for Art in Wood, San Diego State University, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as well as a three-year residency at the renowned Penland School of Craft. She currently resides and works in Los Angeles, CA.