http://www.chrismelgar.com/portfolio daily 1.0 2024-12-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1641591048730-JNIGHYZI7JAE0IWFU7OI/1.jpg Portfolio https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735511647847-1NSLWNPQAST6CF30Z3RC/IMG_6214.jpeg Portfolio - What Makes This Home A public art partnership with artist Shawn HibmaCronan, this stainless steel installation by Local Language was completed for 412 Madison, located in Jack London Square, Oakland, CA in 2023. From the artist: “A map-based artwork that features the many thoroughfares that run through Oakland. The artwork's concept is centered around how paths and neighborhoods can become deeply familiar and spatially tied to our memories. It touches on what it means to be local, to know your surroundings, to feel truly at home in a place, and to be able to navigate around that area by one's own internal compass.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735508049170-MJXNHL48A7Z76SF5GWUN/image-asset.jpeg Portfolio - What Makes This Home A public art partnership with artist Shawn HibmaCronan, this stainless steel installation by Local Language was completed for 412 Madison, located in Jack London Square, Oakland, CA in 2023. From the artist: “A map-based artwork that features the many thoroughfares that run through Oakland. The artwork's concept is centered around how paths and neighborhoods can become deeply familiar and spatially tied to our memories. It touches on what it means to be local, to know your surroundings, to feel truly at home in a place, and to be able to navigate around that area by one's own internal compass.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735510454740-76VL5B3Z0Z79KRFGQZWI/image000002.JPG Portfolio - Gaylord Pacific - Whale Sculptures Two life-sized humpback whale sculptures for Gaylord Hotel's new convention center / resort in Chula Vista, CA. For Local Language https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735507980224-BEGMSDQ8KHVFRMPCSP3U/image-asset.jpg Portfolio - Gaylord Pacific - Whale Sculptures Two life-sized humpback whale sculptures created for Gaylord Hotel’s new convention center / resort in Chula Vista, CA. For Local Language https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735507583689-AKAWYODQF9BDI5HFGHYN/image-asset.jpeg Portfolio - Gaylord Pacific - Whale Sculptures Two life-sized humpback whale sculptures created for Gaylord Hotel’s new convention center / resort in Chula Vista, CA. For Local Language https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735512127538-MGH15VJMCU4DO1BZ9UKX/IMG_1952.JPG Portfolio - Extra large prints A set of extra large printed panels, reflecting the nearby Padres stadium - installed at Omni Hotel in San Diego, CA. Via Local Language https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735513022146-APNGSUL6RIOS6267UM5R/thejay-1-426-crop-1_885x635.jpg Portfolio - The Jay Hotel I helped prototype this collection with Local Language for the Jay Hotel in San Francisco, CA. The artwork for the guest rooms and public areas feature a variety of media, such as paper, wood, resin and fabric to reference the historic building's brutalist mid-century architecture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735513964900-OPSBQONNN1G2O8V8OWII/IMG_2968.jpg Portfolio - Pistols in Acrylic Boxes These displays were created by Local Language for Omni PGA Frisco Resort and Spa in Texas. Authentic rodeo culture meets upscale dining at Trick Rider, a vibrant venue whose design pays homage to the famed rodeo stars and Texan culture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735513608102-TZEETZ73KBPU4LAH7986/image-asset.jpeg Portfolio - Spurs in Acrylic Boxes These displays were created by Local Language for Omni PGA Frisco Resort and Spa in Texas. Authentic rodeo culture meets upscale dining at Trick Rider, a vibrant venue whose design pays homage to the famed rodeo stars and Texan culture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1521075565625-DORQ2DU4ODBJXK3WGYY4/1%28proof%29.jpg Portfolio https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735511019581-UA8VX1Y16JXGMT4WR4W0/IMG_9922.jpg Portfolio - Stainless steel sculptural artwork by Local Language This piece was created for Loew’s Arlington Hotel and Convention Center, TX. It is made of prismatic powder-coated stainless steel and wood panel. With Local Language https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735509878569-KE22XECWWJ5A06XEW89Y/IMG_2946.jpg Portfolio - Dior - winter window display update 2024 Seasonal window display for Dior, Santa Clara, CA. For 60 Grit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735510179050-34ELPZPAW5Y6TGDOFO13/IMG_2822.jpg Portfolio - Dior - winter window display update 2024 Seasonal window display for Dior, San Francisco, CA. For 60 Grit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1521075623263-CWU7ZO3EBV2KN2FXU0PJ/1.jpg Portfolio - Spring 2018 Trend Shop - San Francisco Aerial installation and room environment constructed for Urban Outfitters’ flagship store in San Francisco, CA Some unique materials included wiggle-ply and hydro-dipped clear acrylic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1552161158547-G95Z3JDQZEZZXT302914/Landscape4_edit.jpg Portfolio - Planning render - One Of A Kind shop 3D concept for Urban Outfitter’s vintage clothing brand https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1554057721766-T1PQ1YJJL72SVH73PRRY/1.jpg Portfolio - One Of A Kind Shop This project included custom designed glass table tops and bent steel racks with uniquely casted concrete bases https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1554057920587-W7J93MJZOK2VMOG4Q9DV/UO_home_crop.png Portfolio - UO Home Showroom - Los Angeles, CA 2016 I worked with the design and install crew for this showroom at Urban Outfitters in Hollywood, CA https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1569975177635-LOHINXRS3NUMS5QXSMVT/Trend_Lighting.jpg Portfolio - Trend Shop Lighting Special install using filtered LED lights. Changes color based on viewing angle. San Francisco, 2019 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1641592753616-CVULXUFMDG63CO1NFM9A/Portfolio1_edit.jpg Portfolio - Original furniture concepts Rendering for Ferrous Animal furniture pieces - Cairo media console & Córdoba plant stand https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1641592835634-AX6TGC1JWDP38LEM2AM9/Cairo2.jpg Portfolio - Cairo Media Console Uniquely crafted by hand for Ferrous Animal - powder-coated steel and stained/coated birch https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1641592979751-ZYNA930TAFDTW8L78JEH/cordoba_stand.jpg Portfolio - Córdoba Plant Stand Uniquely crafted for Ferrous Animal - powder-coated steel frame http://www.chrismelgar.com/designs-production daily 0.75 2025-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1552161158547-G95Z3JDQZEZZXT302914/Landscape4_edit.jpg Concept Designs & Production - One Of A Kind capsule This 2D render was created for Urban Outfitters, San Francisco, where I was Senior Display Coordinator. It consisted of cast, colored concrete, steel, glass, and natural wood / plant elements https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1552161158547-G95Z3JDQZEZZXT302914/Landscape4_edit.jpg Concept Designs & Production - One Of A Kind capsule This 2D render was created for Urban Outfitters, San Francisco, where I was Senior Display Coordinator. It consisted of cast, colored concrete, steel, glass, and natural wood / plant elements https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639773261497-79RX2MGDQH76Y2IX6N0U/STR015_OOAK_update%282%29.jpeg Concept Designs & Production - Install: One Of A Kind capsule for Urban Outfitters, San Francisco CA Install pics from this brand program, which featured vintage and thrifted clothing. The racks were fabricated by myself, a local metalworker, and a local powder-coater. I cast the concrete forms, constructed wood table bases with custom finishes, and worked with a glass vendor to cut the bespoke table tops. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1747000810933-9T7B5Y9NFGHEMQP7ETB7/image-asset.jpg Concept Designs & Production - Gaylord Pacific - Ceiling Sculpture 3D model for production https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1747061231223-BPVM7DPOB7L3O9CBEABR/image-asset.jpeg Concept Designs & Production - 2D render - Gaylord Pacific Ceiling Sculpture From 3D model for production https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735510795323-5OX78YH9OMQT9BR1POVI/image000003.jpg Concept Designs & Production - Gaylord Pacific Whale Ceiling Installation Two life-sized humpback whale sculptures created for Gaylord Hotel’s new convention center / resort in Chula Vista, CA. Composed of hundreds of translucent acrylic tubes. For Local Language https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735510454740-76VL5B3Z0Z79KRFGQZWI/image000002.JPG Concept Designs & Production https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639772561184-EB5NZ4RMV6EFI6YFALMQ/Elevator_Lobby_Hi.jpg Concept Designs & Production - Render: Twitter Office 2D render from Sketchup model for (at the time Twitter’s) new office in San Jose, CA https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639772674959-5DGO012K0INFY4P4RIQX/IMG_9567.JPG Concept Designs & Production - Install: Twitter Office Installation pic of formed aluminum letters with custom graphics applied. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639772737482-NR18L0GYTLRO7BYPPNVF/Reception_Hi.jpg Concept Designs & Production - Render: Twitter Office San Jose, CA Another 2D render from Sketchup model using the Podium plugin. Reception desk area with graphics to be wallpapered directly to site https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639772758803-SGCXGPRQI5QNA6EP87IB/IMG_9609.JPG Concept Designs & Production - Install: Twitter Office San Jose, CA Install pic of wallpapered graphics https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639773383993-FDST3OYJIFHX15GB07IR/Ext2.png Concept Designs & Production - Render: Original concept for immersive game "Dream Study #114" This concept was generated by a friend of mind for his immersive gaming experience https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639773618081-2DT55FJ76ZX5QAQ7L8TD/Dream+Study+%23114.jpeg Concept Designs & Production - Immersive gaming concept "Dream Study #114" https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1747064718924-YXWF63EH6SSLX7T1SLVM/412Madison.jpg Concept Designs & Production https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735511647847-1NSLWNPQAST6CF30Z3RC/IMG_6214.jpeg Concept Designs & Production - "What Makes This A Home" A public art partnership with artist Shawn HibmaCronan, this stainless steel installation by Local Language was completed for 412 Madison, located in Jack London Square, Oakland, CA in 2023. From the artist: “A map-based artwork that features the many thoroughfares that run through Oakland. The artwork's concept is centered around how paths and neighborhoods can become deeply familiar and spatially tied to our memories. It touches on what it means to be local, to know your surroundings, to feel truly at home in a place, and to be able to navigate around that area by one's own internal compass.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1735508049170-MJXNHL48A7Z76SF5GWUN/IMG_1708.jpg Concept Designs & Production https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/bd2d59be-195d-4f32-9e8b-ee72cc59aef5/Portfolio1_edit.jpg Concept Designs & Production - Render: Original furniture design concepts for my company, Ferrous Animal 2D render from Sketchup model for my original furniture pieces https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639773011647-YS4KKHG9WSKW03ODBROR/Cairo2.jpg Concept Designs & Production - "Cairo" media console. Treated birch & powder coated steel Welded and crafted by myself. Local powder coater for steel finish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/1639773138400-SMFHAZV1JEBXCPM1QC4J/cordoba_stand.jpg Concept Designs & Production - "Córdoba" plant stand. Powder coated steel http://www.chrismelgar.com/about daily 0.75 2015-07-02 http://www.chrismelgar.com/contact daily 0.75 2019-03-09 http://www.chrismelgar.com/about-1 daily 0.75 2025-04-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55909c6ce4b093588c632a0b/f2f075d6-9da6-44bf-9622-97f0f6d23f46/2022.jpg About