Collaborate, Design
Integrate
Stephen Hirt is intrigued by the ability of material to convey meanings.
Hirt creates one of a kind, site-specific pieces for public, private, and liturgical spaces. These pieces are inspired by their surroundings and respond to the challenges of each unique site. The inherited characteristics of a place drive his choice of materials and lead him to choose an appropriate process that together with the material combines to convey a concept within that site.
The diversity of Hirt's design capabilities and his ability to work in a range of mediums affords him a deep creative arsenal. His knowledge of bronze casting, mold making, glass blowing, kiln casting, and metal smithing allow him to richly add to the dialogue between maker and object.
In addition to his own work, Hirt partners with artists, architects, designers, and clients to create truly collaborative pieces.
Clients
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Dekker Sabatini Perich Architects | Albuquerque, NM
Garrett Cord Werner | Seattle, WA
Holly McKinley | Seattle, WA
Patterson Ruehlmann Design and Architecture | Seattle, WA
MIG - The Portico Group | Seattle, WA & USA
Olsen Kundig | Seattle, WA & New York City, NY
Renzo Zecchetto Architects | Los Angeles, CA
Altars, Ambry, Baptismal Fonts, Pulpits, Railing, Sanctuary Doors, Tabernacles
Church of St. Thomas More - Oceanside CA
Our Lady Queen of Angels - New Port Beach CA
St. Gabriel’s Catholic Community - McKinney TX
St. John the Evangelist - Vancouver WA
St. Joseph’s Church – Seattle, WA
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Artist Collaborations
Benson Shaw | Artist – Seattle, WA
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Wiggle Posts
Jim Pridgeon | Artist & Neuroscientist – Puyallup, WA
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Avalanche Lily – Washington State Public Art Commission
Public Art
SEATTLE, WA
Block 41
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Mesh Light Silos, Gate & Chandelier
Seattle Children’s Play Garden
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Dandelions, Front Gate & Kiosk
Woodland Park Zoo
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers
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Lily Pad, Donor Panel, Entry Table
Residential Commissions & Limited Edition Glass Tables
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Art Installations
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Bars and Countertops
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Doors
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Lighting -Entryway & Dining Chandeliers, Sconces, Feature & Room lighting
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Console, coffee, and end tables and benches
Advisory
Fonderie Ocean Societee Anonyme, Thailand
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The foundry casts bronze sculptures for American and European artists as well as larger production run castings for such museums as the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the Louvre in Paris.
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Techniques
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Safety equipment and standards