About Me

Carly Owens
I like to pay close attention to the world around me, how people interact with the objects they use every day, what works well, what doesn’t, and why. I’m naturally curious about how things are made and how they can be made better.
I’m especially interested in furniture and home goods because they sit at the intersection of function and personality. The objects we choose to surround ourselves with say a lot about who we are, and I love thinking about how design can make those objects feel both useful and personal.
At the heart of my design process is problem solving. I’m always looking for ways to improve the objects we interact with and, ultimately, the spaces we live in. For me, good design isn’t just about making something look beautiful, it’s about understanding how it fits into someone’s life and finding a thoughtful way to make that experience better.
Experience
Roll & Hill
September 2025 - Present
New York, NY
Lifetime Brands
June 2022 - June 2025
Garden City, NY
Wilcoxson Brooklyn Ceramics
July 2021 - February 2022
Brooklyn, NY
Industrial Designer
Worked with cross-functional teams to design and develop designer lighting and furniture from concept to production; created 2D drawings, SolidWorks assemblies, and physical prototypes. Managed project mile-stones and communications, reported to senior leadership, and ensured high quality standards while driving continuous improvement.
Industrial Designer
Responsible for the design of new kitchen tools and gadgets from idea through production. Recommend new consumer-driven product initiatives that enhance opportunity for growth in current and/or emerging categories.
Studio Intern
Assisted in the production process for in-store ceramic product line. Aided in daily studio operations such as loading and unloading kilns, main-taining studio glazes, cleaning and mopping the studios, reclaiming scrap clay, and other duties as assigned.
Education
Pratt Institute
August 2018 - May 2022
Brooklyn, NY
Bachelor of Industrial Design
Psychology Minor