About

MAPYL Studio is run by Toronto based industrial designer Mark Pylypczak. Mark balances his knowledge of design with traditional craft, engineering, manufacturing processes, business practices and overall market needs, which helps inform his approach to product development. As well, working intimately and honestly with materials has helped guide his work and allowed for a comprehensive design approach.

He has collaborated with various furniture manufacturers on projects ranging in scale and complexity. Whether it be seating, desking or an architectural wall system, the design and development process remains central to the final outcome. As well, aligning the internal capabilities of each individual manufacturer with the external needs of the market becomes of core importance when initiating a project.

His design philosophy revolves around systems thinking, understanding that every small decision can affect every big decision, and vice versa. However, within this ethos there is also an acknowledgment that there needs to be a balance between emotional and analytical thinking to create a truly successful result.