Graduating with the highest honor from the Pratt Institute in New York with a degree Industrial Design (1987), Kenneth Cobonpue is a story of success. His time spent in New York led him to an apprenticeship and additional studies in Italy and Germany. Cobonpue is known for his innovative designs, which incorporate locally sourced materials with creative handmade assembly processes. Kenneth Cobonpue has made a name for himself, producing highly unique and original products that have been featured in a multitude of films, television shows, and celebrity homes. Time magazine has awarded him the nickname, “rattan’s first virtuoso.” Cobonpue has received an immense number of awards, some of which include the grand prize at the Singapore International Design Competition, Designer of the Year in 2014 by Maison et Objet Asia, the American Society of Interior Design Top Pick Selection, and many more. He has worked on projects like the Trump Ocean Club in Panama City, the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Amelia Island, FL, USA, The Rare Restaurant in Desert Palm, Dubai, and the list goes on. Kenneth Cobonpue’s designs are original and sought by everyone around the world. He is currently the creative director at Hive, a Phillippines-based furniture and lighting company.