HELLO!
Founded in 2013, the owners of Gray Skunk Inc. set out to blur lines between design disciplines. Blake and Judson share a mutual appreciation for the creative process and are inspired by designers outside the boundaries of their formal studies. Whether they are involved in product enhancement, furniture design or architecture, they live for the chance to challenge themselves as designers. Their amazing staff keeps the operation humming day in and day out.
Gray Skunk Inc. is located in beautiful downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
Blake
Owner + Designer
I've always enjoyed the process involved with the act of 'making stuff'. I turned that devotion into a master's degree in Architecture which further developed the design related skill sets I've acquired over the past 15 years. It's quite empowering to be able to materialize ideas and concepts. I love what I do and I've been blessed to be able to devote (considerable) time and energy to Gray Skunk. This truly is my passion and I hope you can see it and feel it in all that we touch.
I also spend quality time with my amazing family - a wonderful wife, a daughter, a son and a couple of dogs. I couldn't have made this dream and vision come true without their support and love - for that I am truly thankful. My partner in crime here at Gray Skunk is alright too.
Judson
Owner + Designer
In Kindergarten, my teacher asked us what we were going to do for the rest of our lives. I panicked, so I chose what my dad was into -- I was going to be an Architect.
In graduate school, I had the opportunity to help design and build a home for a family on the Navajo Reservation through a program called Design Build Bluff. It changed the direction of my life. I realized my true passion is the process of design. After a few years in the field, I nixed the architecture idea, ventured out on my own and started Gray Skunk Inc. with my good friend and business partner.
Logan
Lead Designer
I’m just trying to prove that a degree in art isn’t always a complete waste of money.
Graphic design has been a passion of mine for over 10 years. From logo design to branding to photo retouching, I love it all. My high school never offered any sort of design class so I was forced to teach myself, which only got me so far. Luckily, I was able to pursue design by studying Studio Art at the University of New Mexico after high school and develop my personal style of both graphic design and photography. Several years, 3 graphic positions, and one B.F.A. later, I’m here working my dream job with Gray Skunk Inc.
Brianna
Production + Materials
Ever since I was young, drawing has been my passion. I’ve probably filled a hundred sketchbooks in my lifetime already. It wasn’t until my college years that I realized I could really utilize my talents and transform them into a means of creation and production. I studied 3 years under a talented art mentor, honed my craft, and found my personal style that I love. Now I’m working to build up my reputation and portfolio.
Beyond that, I also love animals and I have a wonderful dog named Finch. I love catching sun rays out at parks or up on Bear Lake beaches. In my down time, I have a plethora of stories that I enjoy developing. I’m so glad to be working with a creative and inclusive team.
Jackson
Assembly + Shipping
For as long as I can remember, all I’ve wanted to do is create. Whether it be music, snowboard tricks, or solutions to serious problems, I’ve always had a desire to create ideas. Fortunately for me, Gray Skunk has been the perfect place to exercise and apply this lifelong asset of mine.
As a life long Salt Lake resident, I’ve spent my years enjoying everything Utah has to offer. From snowboarding in the Cottonwood Canyons to hiking through Zion, I am extremely grateful to be where I am.
Alex
Assembly + Shipping
From a young age, I’ve been ripping apart anything I can get my hands on like toys, microwaves, and even snowblowers. I became addicted to learning about how the technology we use every day operates. This led me deep into the world of engineering, which motivated me to earn my bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Utah. Unsatisfied with the mind melting math, I wanted to learn more about the way we interact with the world so I added to my degree by earning a minor in multi-disciplinary design.
Outside of the shop I enjoy working on personal design projects that range from cosplay props to desk lamps. When I don’t have my face shoved in a CAD software, I love being out in our beautiful city of Salt Lake shredding the Cottonwood slopes or venturing deep into the mountains. I’m happy to be a part of a team that supports me as a person and motivates me to be a better creator.
Charles
Doorbell + Parking Enforcement
I generally come in at least 15 minutes late. I use the side door, that way my boss can’t see me. Then I sort of just space out for about an hour. I just stare at my desk, but it looks like I’m working. I do that for probably another hour after lunch too. I’d say in a given week I do about 15 minutes of real, actual work.
And here’s something else: I have 5 different bosses. So that means when I make a mistake, I have 5 different people coming by to tell me about it. That’s my only real motivation — is not to be hassled. That and the fear of losing my job, but you know, that will only make someone work just hard enough not to get fired.
(From the movie Office Space)
Rest in peace, old friend.
September 25, 2010 - January 13, 2023