Credentials
Robin MutoCurriculum Vitae |
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| Decorative Arts Studio, Inc. DBA Positive Environments 176 Anderson Avenue, Suite 303 Rochester, NY 14607 |
Tel: 585.232.6030 www.robinmuto.com |
Education and Professional Advancement |
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| BFA Interior Design | Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY | 2001 |
| BA Liberal Arts | State University College at Oswego, Oswego, NY | 1975 |
| Certified Lighting Consultant | American Lighting Association, Dallas, TX | 2007 |
Professional Experience |
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| Principal Interior Designer and Owner, Positive Environments, Rochester , NY - Full service design studio specializing in residential, commercial and lighting design. Projects range from contemporary architecture to designated landmark structures. | 1999 - Present | Interior Designer / Positive Environments, Rochester , NY : Independent interior Designer working in the studio of Positive Environments under Christian Leighton, the previous owner of the business. | 1997 - 1999 |
| Decorative Arts Studio, Inc. Rochester , NY / Co-developed partnership with husband, Rick Muto, a muralist. The business focused on decorative paint applications on fine furniture and architecture. | 1977 - 1997 | |
| Decorative & Functional Ceramics, Rochester , NY / Created one of a kind and limited edition dinnerware and vessels. Exhibited nationally in galleries and museum exhibitions. | 1975 - 1992 | |
Teaching Experience | ||
| Guest Lecturer | Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY | 2006 - 2007 |
| Adjunct Professor, Interior Design | Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY | 2005 |
| Ceramics Teacher | Creative Workshop, Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, NY | 1993 - 1994 |
| Ceramics Teacher & Studio Manager | Genesee Co-op Pottery, Rochester, NY | 1975 - 1978 |
Affiliations | ||
| Association of Interior Design Professionals (AIDP) | High Point, NC | 2009 |
| The Interior Design Protection Council (IDPC) | Concord, New Hampshire | 2008 – Present |
| United States Green Building Council (USGBC) | Washington, DC | 2007 – Present |
| American Lighting Association (ALA) | Dallas, TX | 2006 - Present |
| Golden Key International Honor Society | Atlanta, GA | 2001 - Present |
Awards & Honors | ||
| Merit Award | K+BB Design Awards, Kitchen and Bath Business Magazine | 2007 |
| Golden Key International Honor Society | Inducted into organization in Recognition of Academic Excellence | 2001 |
| Exceptional Merit Award | National Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Crafts. Luckenbach Mill Gallery of Historic Bethlehem, PA | 1990 |
| Award of Merit | Clothesline Art Show, Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, NY | 1990 |
Professional Service | ||
| Board of Directors | Arts & Cultural Council For Greater Rochester | 2008 – Present |
| Board Member | Interior Design Advisory Board, Rochester Institute of Technology | 2006 - 2007 |
| Juror | Rochester Finger Lakes Region Scholastic Art Awards, annually | 2005 - 2006 |
| Mentor | Women Helping Girls With Choices Project American Association of University Women | 1999 - 2001 |
| Vice President | Upstate NY Potters Association Rochester Institute of Technology |
1988 -1989 |
Commercial Projects | ||
| Cornell’s Jewelers, Rochester, NY | Lighting design for the remodeling and new construction of the entire store, including retail and offices. The objective of the lighting design was to provide maximum accent lighting for the retail displays with high color rendering for viewing gemstones and to accomplish this using energy efficient light sources that reduce energy consumed and reduce the heat output from existing fixtures. | 2009 |
| Rachel Gracie Photography - Rochester, NY | Design for prominent Park Ave. wedding and portrait photography studio. Interior is designed to reinforce brand-image and includes custom designed light fixtures and furnishings. | 2008 |
| Sagamore on East - Rochester, NY | Designated designer recommended by Christa Construction to assist buyers in customizing individual units. | 2005 |
| Sutherland Auto - Pittsford , NY | Designed offices, exterior lighting, signage and color palette for the conversion of an auto body repair shop and gas station into a car sales and showroom. | 2005 |
| ePassport Project - Sacramento, CA | Developed a prototype interior for a bus that was converted to a traveling office and educational facility as part of the Comunity College Foundation of Sacramento, CA | 2005 |
| Buck & Pulleyn - Rochester , NY | Lighting design for entry, reception, conference rooms, hall and stairwells of advertising agency. | 2005 |
| Big Mini - Rochester , NY | Worked with owner to upgrade an existing deli and restaurant with a combined design package that incorporated interior and exterior finishes with new signage and marketing materials | 2004 |
| Open Sky - Rochester , NY | Designed complete interior and lighting design for a yoga studio in Village Gate. | 2003 |
| Breathe - Pittsford , NY | Designed interior and lighting for a mixed use space that combines a retail store, juice bar, yoga studio, massage rooms and private office for nutritional counseling. | 2003 |
| AE Spa - Rochester, NY | Designed interior for the entry, reception and retail portion of a day spa. | 2001 |
Group Exhibitions | ||
| Undergraduate Student Honors Exhibition | Bevier Gallery, Rochester Institute of Technology | 2001 |
| First Regional Juried Exhibition | National Museum of Ceramic Art, Baltimore, MD | 1991 |
| Rochester Finger Lakes Exhibition | Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, NY | 1991 |
| The Dining Experience: A Craft Expression | Luckenbach Mill Gallery of Historic Bethlehem, PA | 1991 |
| Sixth Annual Monarch Tile National Ceramic Competition | San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, San Angelo, TX | 1991 |
| The Fine Art of Taking Tea | Germanow Gallery, Rochester, NY | 1991 |
| National Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Crafts | Luckenbach Mill Gallery of Historic Bethlehem | 1990 |
| Craft Art from Western NY | Burchfield Art Center, Buffalo, NY | 1990 |
| Rochester Finger Lakes Exhibition | Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, NY | 1990 |
| Fifth Annual Monarch Tile National Ceramic Competition | San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, San Angelo, TX | 1990 |
| One Hundred American Craftsmen | Keenan Center, Lockport, NY | 1988 |
| Rochester Fine Crafts Association | Rochester Museum and Science Center, Rochester, NY | 1987 -1988 |
Articles & Publications about Robin Muto | ||
| Rochester Magazine “Ranching Out” | Article and Photos on the renovation and interior design of a 1950’s style ranch house | 2008 |
| K+BB Magazine, "Black and White" | Article and Photos on award winning bathroom design project. | 2007 |
| Designer Showcase, "Interior Design At Its Best" by Melissa Cardona & Nathaniel Wolfgang-Price | Room from Rochester Philharmonic 2004 Symphony Show House featured along with other top show houses throughout the U.S. | 2006 |
| City Newspaper, "Curtain Call" by Linda Kostin | Article on window treatments for contemporary living. | 2006 |
| Democrat & Chronicle, "A Tour Steeped in History - A Rare Two Day Event" | Article on the Mt. Hope/Highland Preservation District House & Garden Tour. Features photos and interviews with Robin & Rick Muto whose home was included on the tour. | 2004 |
| Ceramics Monthly | Photo and article reviewing the Sixth Annual Monarch Tile National Competition. | 1991 |
| The Sun | Photo and article reviewing the National Museum of Ceramic Arts Regional Juried Exhibition. | 1991 |
| Democrat & Chronicle/Times Union | Photo and article reviewing "The Fine Art of Taking Tea" at the Germanow Gallery. | 1991 |
| Ceramics Monthly | Photo and article on the Luckenbach Juried National Exhibition. | 1991 |
| Democrat & Chronicle | Featured in article on the 30th Annual Clothesline Arts Festival. | 1987 |